San Giorgio Maggiore Venice: Private Tour with Panoramic Views
Discover Palladio’s church, stunning views from the bell tower, and a Murano glass exhibit—on a peaceful, private tour of San Giorgio Maggiore.
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Duration 2 hours
Duration supplied by the experience provider.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Spanish
Group size
1–15 travelers
Full description
Escape the crowds and step into a world of art, architecture, and breathtaking views. Explore Palladio’s masterpiece, admire Venice from above, and discover a stunning glass exhibition on the serene San Giorgio Maggiore island.
Leave the hustle and bustle of St. Mark’s Square behind and cross the lagoon to the tranquil San Giorgio Maggiore island, a hidden gem of Venice. This private tour offers a unique journey through history, art, and breathtaking panoramas.
Your tour begins with a short vaporetto ride to San Giorgio Maggiore, where we’ll admire the stunning Palladian church, an architectural masterpiece that dominates the Venetian skyline. Step inside to discover artworks by Tintoretto and other Renaissance masters before taking a special elevator ride to the bell tower, where a spectacular 360° view of Venice and its lagoon awaits.
Next, we’ll visit a temporary exhibition on Murano glass, hosted in a historic setting on the island. This is a unique opportunity to admire contemporary glass art and explore the craftsmanship that has made Venetian glass world-famous.
At the end of the tour, you can choose to return to Venice or continue your journey to Giudecca, another fascinating island known for its artistic spaces and local charm.
This exclusive private tour is perfect for art, architecture, and photography lovers, offering a peaceful and enriching Venetian experience away from the usual crowds.
Language Option:
This private tour is offered in English, German, Italian, or Spanish. Private tours are fully customizable and reserved exclusively for your group.
Itinerary
Meeting Point – Riva degli Schiavoni. We’ll meet near St. Mark’s Square, at Riva degli Schiavoni, where we’ll catch a vaporetto to the serene island of San Giorgio Maggiore.
San Giorgio Maggiore Church. We’ll explore the Palladian church, a true architectural masterpiece with its harmonious classical proportions, impressive façade, and magnificent interior. Inside, we’ll admire works by Renaissance masters, including Tintoretto’s Last Supper.We’ll explore the Palladian church, a true architectural masterpiece with its harmonious classical proportions, impressive facade, and magnificent interior. Inside, we’ll admire Tintoretto’s Last Supper, a dramatic and masterful interpretation of the biblical scene.
Bell Tower – The Best View in Venice. An elevator takes us to the top of the bell tower, where a stunning 360° view opens up over St. Mark’s Square, the Grand Canal, and the Venetian Lagoon—without the usual crowds.An elevator ride takes us to the top of the San Giorgio Maggiore bell tower, offering a breathtaking, crowd-free view over St. Mark’s Square, the Grand Canal, and the Venetian Lagoon. This is one of the best panoramic spots in Venice!
Contemporary Glass Exhibition. Our next stop is a temporary exhibition dedicated to Murano glass, set in a historical venue on the island. Discover innovative glass artworks and gain insights into the evolving craft of Venetian glassmakers. We’ll visit a temporary Murano glass exhibition hosted in a historic space on the island. Discover modern creations and learn about the evolution of Venice’s glassmaking tradition.
Return to Venice or Continue to Giudecca. After the tour, you can return to Venice or continue on to nearby Giudecca Island for more hidden gems and local charm.
What’s included
Included
- Guide
- Transfer
- Local top-rated guide (licensed tour guide - registration number 06000001)
- Pickup from the hotel or any other location in the historical center of Venice
Not included
- Water Bus Tickets: ATickets can be purchased on-site.
- Ticket for the churchtower elevator (8 euro). Reductions may apply.
- Gratuities are at your discretion
Important information
Meeting point
Cannaregio, 2040, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
Don’t forget
The tour is offered in English, Italian, Spanish and German.It is a private tour: it will be a customized private experience with your group only.Accessibility: the experience is meant to be inclusive and accessible: if you are a traveller with motor, sensorial or cognitive disabilities, please let us know in advance and we will make our best to meet your needs. The tour can be arranged as wheelchair accessible on request: unfortunately the access to the elevator is not wheelchair accessible (8 steps). Please arrive at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before the tour starts to ensure a smooth and high-quality experience.I recommend wearing comfortable shoes
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