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Venice by Private Water Taxi: Hidden Canals & Grand Tour

Venice, Italy

Glide through Venice’s secret canals and iconic sights on board a private water taxi. A stylish and unforgettable journey through the heart of the floating city.

Cancellation policy

Review the supplier policy below before booking.

Duration 1h 30m

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Spanish

Group size

1–10 travelers

Full description

 Discover Venice from its most authentic perspective — the water.
Step aboard your private water taxi and explore the city’s majestic beauty and hidden corners in total comfort. Led by a licensed guide, this 90-minute private boat tour takes you from the iconic Grand Canal to the peaceful, lesser-known canals, with spectacular views over the Bacino di San Marco.

Along the way, you’ll hear fascinating stories about Venice’s art, history, and architecture, passing by landmarks such as the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, and charming residential areas only accessible by boat. The tour is fully customizable, with hotel pick-up and drop-off at your preferred location.

Whether it’s your first time in Venice or a special occasion, this exclusive experience offers a refined and unforgettable way to see the floating city.

Itinerary

Pick-Up Directly from Your Hotel. Start your journey with a convenient hotel pick-up (if your accommodation has water access). Hop aboard your private water taxi and get ready to explore Venice from the most authentic perspective — the water.

Introduction to Venice from the water. As you glide through the canals, your guide will share fascinating stories about Venice’s history, legends, architecture, and daily life. It's the perfect way to understand how this floating city came to be — and why it remains so unique.

Cruise Along Grand Canal & Hidden Canals. Enjoy a scenic ride along the iconic Grand Canal and venture into Venice’s quieter, lesser-known canals. You’ll admire elegant palaces, picturesque bridges, and hidden courtyards, before reaching the wide open views of St. Mark’s Basin.

Drop-off at Preferred Location. Your tour ends wherever you choose — at your hotel, a restaurant, or another iconic spot in Venice. The drop-off is fully customizable to suit your plans.

Custom Itinerary on Request. This is your private tour — so feel free to make it yours! Whether you want to see specific landmarks, explore quieter neighborhoods, or combine the tour with another experience, I’ll tailor the itinerary to your preference

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Transfer
  • Top-rated local guide (licensed tour guide – registration no. 06000001)
  • Pickup from your hotel or any location in Venice’s historic center
  • Private water taxi for at least 50 minutes (total tour duration: 1.5 hours)
  • Drop-off at any location within Venice

Not included

  • Gratuities

Important information

Meeting point

Venice, 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. Unfortunately Water taxis are not wheelchair accessible. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before the tour starts to ensure a smooth and high-quality experience.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms are set by the operator — please check with them before booking.

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