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Top 10 tours in Venice
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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Venice
406 reviews
3 hours | City highlight tours | Venice
Want to see the best of Venice? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Venice!
Ready to taste the best food in Venice? Join your foodie host for a food tour in Venice and satisfy your cravings for local food and culture. Enjoy 10 delicious tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Venice.
Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Venice. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Dorsoduro where you’ll experience a different Venice, like a local with a local by your side!
Island Escape: Day Trip to Murano, Mazzorbo & Burano
148 reviews
6 hours | Day trips | Venice
Picture this: a scenic boat journey from Venice to explore three stunning islands—Murano, Burano, and Mazzorbo—each offering unique charm, picturesque views, vibrant villages, and rich cultural heritage. It’s not a dream; it’s a Withlocals day trip, with a local host guiding you through this unforgettable experience!
Magical Venice by Night: Private Gondola Ride with Onboard Local Guide
825 reviews
1 hours | city highlight tours | Venice
Ready to experience Venice at its most enchanting? Step into your own private gondola and let your expert gondolier navigate the moonlit canals while an engaging local guide sits by your side, sharing Venice’s hidden stories, legends, and rich history. With evening coming on and fewer people around, you’ll move through peaceful canals and under warm lights, enjoying a quieter, more intimate Venice.
The Ultimate Venice Day Trip: St. Mark’s, Doge’s Palace, Murano & Gondola Ride
961 reviews
7 hours | day trips | Venice
Are you curious to know what treasures you can find in Venice? Let a local show you around! On this private day trip, experience Venice from a local perspective, enjoy a classic gondola ride, and discover the stories and unique details that make this city a must-visit.
Picture this, a night out in Venice hopping from hot spot to hot spot, discovering local nightlife while tasting typical local drinks perfectly paired with delicious local bites. Sounds like a fun night? Join a local nightlife expert and discover how the locals unwind in Venice.
Want to capture the best of Venice through your lens? Join a local photographer and discover the city's most iconic spots and hidden gems, all while getting professional shots along the way. Experience Venice like never before and walk away with memories in the form of beautiful photos!
Traveling to Venice with kids? We’ve got you! See the best of Venice on a family friendly tour and discover the city through your kid’s eyes. Your private tour includes fun activities, entertaining stories, a tasty treat, and unforgettable memories that your whole family will cherish forever.
Full Coverage Venice: Rialto, San Marco & Hidden Gems
1552 reviews
5 hours | city highlight tours | Venice
Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Venice, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Venice.
"What a perfect introduction to Venice. Lucrezia’s passion for sharing her city with us through stories, curious facts and locations was engaging. It’s things like the early digital clock in the piazza, the specially carved cat water bowls at the town water cisterns and the ugly faces on the church bell towers that have stayed with us as we walk the streets and alleyways. Lucrezia taught us to read the sights and clues we’d normally walk past to bring the history of Venice to life.
She was also able to link our movie goers knowledge of Venice to life through pointing out set locations and sights for well known James Bond and Spiderman scenes.
Lucrezia’s tips on where to get the best tiramisu, gelato, fresh food, and the best Venetian restaurants to dine at have made us feel a little like seasoned locals.
Leading up to our trip Lucrezia helped us understand how to get around with the public transport boats, and at the end of our tour she explained the best way to visit Murano and Burano.
Thank you Lu for making our stay in Venice so rich in meaning and experience. "
"Wandering Venice with Claudia was like being with an instant friend. She picked a variety of super fun and off the beaten path spots. We glided smoothly around the campos and she wove in a ton of history through personal stories. Food was fantastic. Our 2 teens really enjoyed everything too! "
"Adair far exceeded our expectations. She was very knowledgeable and explained in detail what we were seeing. Designed the tour to our interests, our abilities, and the time. We ate at a local restaurant and she suggested several local dishes that were delicious."
KathleenAbout local AdairVenice, November 15, 2025
Enjoy the Best of the Venice Like a Local
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Private & Personalized Tours in Venice with a Local
When you hit the road and land in a new city like Venice, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.
Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Venice spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Venice.
The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.
But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Venice, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Venice awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in Venice, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Venice. Get ready to explore like a local!
"Fantastic tour with Alexandra! Highlight of our visit to Venice. Alexandra is a really lovely, very knowledgeable guide who brought us to sample so many delicious foods and wines! We learned so much about the best local areas to explore and felt like we were with a good friend who was very passionate about her beautiful city! I would most definitely recommend Alexandra for any tour and will definitely book her again if we are lucky to visit Venice again!"
lynnAbout local AlexandraVenice, November 15, 2025
5.0
Food Tour in Venice
"Marina was an amazing guide and perfect for our first night arriving in Venice. She was informative and made us feel welcomed. The food selection and drink were also fantastic. I am so happy we booked with her as it was a great start to our honeymoon.
I also want to include that she gave us other good recommendations and we were able to try most and I have to say they were all delicious and good restaurant selections.
Thank you, Marina! The tour was so worth it!"
"Adair was awesome. She knew so much about the city and the food. She also arranged a boat to pick us up and take us to Murano. Highly recommend using her and we will next time we are back in Venice. "
"Very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the area. Grew up in Venice. We would highly recommend her!!"
Amy and mike, John and claudiaAbout local RomyVenice, October 25, 2025
5.0
Venice Food Tour
"Claudia was amazing. The tour the very well detailed to the history and culture of Venice. The bridges, alleys, buildings and canals were simply amazing. We enjoyed our tour very much."
"Giadia, was great, in communication, flexibility, knowledge and charm. Really, we can’t imagine a better guide for Venetian insights for local cicchetti spots ( small bites) and wine. My husband is vegetarian, which can be challenging in Venice, but Gladia handled that so that his experience had options that worked for him. She also gave us a list of links of her favorite spots in Venice.
We highly recommend arranging Giadia to give a tour early in your trip, so that the rest of your visit you can steer clear of tourist spots and find where locals dine. "
"Valentina was a great guide! She pointed out things of interest that we would have never known or noticed without her guidance and it made our time in Venice so much more meaningful."
ColleenAbout local ValentinaVenice, October 22, 2025
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