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!
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!
Ready to taste the best food in Venice? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Venice.
Island Escape: Day Trip to Murano, Mazzorbo & Burano
135 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!
You’ve probably heard that Venice is well-known for its influence during the renaissance era, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!
Get to know Venice the local way in a day! From starting with a gondola ride and finishing with a glass of Chianti in a tiny wine bar, there are plenty of intriguing things to do in Venice in 24 hours! Below you can explore some fantastic suggestions for what to do in Venice in a day to create Insta-worthy moments. Morning: Breakfast and a gondola ride Getting lost is one of the best things to do in Venice! Start at Rialto Bridge and follow your nose towards St Mark’s Square. Wind your way across the bridges and allow the ebb and flow of this stunning city to guide you through quaint shops, mask markets, and tiny canals. Have breakfast along the Grand Canal, ride a gondola beneath the Bridge of Sighs and admire the stunning yet crumbling architecture from the laid-back water's edge. Afternoon: Lunch and island hopping After a super chilled lunch in St Mark’s Square, it’s time to catch a water taxi to the surrounding islands. You may like to head to Murano to shop for glass, learn the craft of glass blowing with a private workshop or explore the art of mask making. Visit the island of Lido for a taste of residential life in Venice before making your way back to the Grand Canal. Evening: Dinner and a tiny wine bar Nights in Venice are particularly atmospheric as the city has very little artificial street lighting. Stroll through the cobbled alleys, have dinner at a romantic waterside café and get a little lost again. There are plenty of tiny wine bars to discover - some as small as two tables - and you’ll be rewarded with a surprise finds and one-of-a-kind bars as you explore the quiet squares by moonlight.
What other travelers love about our local experts
David
About local
26 July 2025
Get lost in Venice with Loris
Venice is a city you want to get lost in, but in a smart way perhaps. Loris helped us to achieve this goal by crafting a personalized tour through the city with our 10 - 14yr old kids. He kept all of us fully engaged, telling us stories about the history of certain places, and particular things we had to pay attention to. All in all a great experience.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Venice
Glenn
About local
24 July 2025
Great experience---strongly recommend
Loris was great! He was very knowledgeable about the city, the local restaurants, and shop owners. He was also very sensitive and mindful of an allergy that we had in our group. He was able to work around that and provided an amazing Venetian experience. Anyone who loves food and drink, in non-touristy settings, this is for you.
The 10 Tastings of Venice
James
About local
13 July 2025
After being transferred to 3 different guides and them trying to negotiate a different time to what we requested, we were finally allocated Mina as our guide. And he did not disappoint!! He was incredibly knowledgeable, took us to all the popular tourist points but also took us down roads that were more local with less people. We tried some local food and he showed us where they sell the best Aperol! Thank you so much, Mina, for bringing Venice to life for me and my family!!
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Venice
Jackson
About local
13 July 2025
Great tour and recommendations
Loris ran a great tour of Venice. We saw some great hidden spots, got good explanations of history and politics, and were able to take some nice coffee, gelato, and Spritz breaks along the way. He was also able to give us some great recommendations for the rest of our time in Venice and Italy.
