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
130 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
Andre
About local
22 April 2025
An enthusiastic storyteller
We had a marvellous afternoon with Elena. She is friendly, enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable about both history and general life in Venice. I have been to Venice at least twenty times before, but I learned so much new about Venice from Elena. I will definitely book another tour with her when I come back to Venice (which I certainly will).
Off the Beaten Track in Venice: Dorsoduro Tour
laurie
About local
12 April 2025
So personalized!
This was my second time Giada She asked many questions before the tour to make sure she covered what I was interested in. Loved the church of Saint pantalone. Would never have found it without her.
Off the Beaten Track in Venice: Dorsoduro Tour
Gene
About local
5 April 2025
Best Tour Ever!
This is not our first time in Venice, so we wanted something different, and so chose the food tour. Claudia exceeded our expectations in every way! In addition to teaching us about traditional Venetian foods, she taught and showed us lots of hidden gems and even took us up to a rooftop view of the city. And adapted it to aboid the super high steps of Rialto Bridge.
Claudia is very friendly, smart, well educated and super fun!! It was like taking a tour from one of our family friends. I can highly recommend Claudia for the food tour but she will be great no matter which tour you choose.
The 10 Tastings of Venice
Margaret
About local
4 April 2025
Amazing Food Tour in Venice
I have to start by saying our time with Alex was our favorite part of our two days in Venice. She showed us the world of local Venice cuisine and embraced our adventurous food pallates. From showing us the best "Trammezino" and explaining how the Euopean tea culture impacted the local Italian treat to delicious fried anchovies in cheese, to the BEST hot chocolate cake we've ever tried. Alex was knowledgeable, engaginging, informative and a joy to spend time with. We look forward to more tours with her if we return to Venice.
