3-day itinerary · Venice
3 Days in Venice: First-Time Highlights
This plan suits first-time visitors seeking a mix of landmark sightseeing, cultural experiences and time on the water. Start with Venice’s signature sights, explore island crafts, then discover quieter corners and local flavors.
Customize this with AIDay 1: Landmarks and gondolas
Begin with landmark history, take in Venice from a gondola and finish with a classical concert.
Morning
Legendary Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's with Exclusive Access
Explore Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica with a guide for an introduction to Venice’s landmark history and culture.
Afternoon
Grand Canal Gondola Ride with Storytelling & Gondola Gallery™
Glide through canals by gondola and listen to storytelling, pairing a signature Venetian experience with a perspective from the water.
Evening
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Listen to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons performed by I Musici Veneziani, adding a musical dimension to your first day.
Day 2: Island crafts and lagoon
Combine island exploration with hands-on mask making and a sunset boat experience.
Morning
Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat
Explore Murano and Burano by private boat with a small group, extending your introduction to Venice beyond its central sights.
Afternoon
Venetian Carnival Mask Making Class in Venice, Italy
Make a carnival mask with a Venetian mask maker, turning local craft traditions into a hands-on cultural experience.
Evening
Venice Sunset by Typical Venetian Boat with Prosecco
Take a sunset cruise aboard a typical Venetian boat for an outdoor finale centered on the lagoon.
Day 3: Hidden corners and local culture
Round out the highlights with a guided walk, an introduction to Venetian flavors and an opera performance.
Morning
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Walk with a native Venetian guide to discover hidden Venice, balancing major highlights with a more local perspective.
Afternoon
Venice Like a Local: Food, Wine & Spritz Tour with Traghetto Ride
Taste cicchetti, sip regional wines and cross the Grand Canal by traghetto for a flavorful introduction to Venetian traditions.
Evening
Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice
Experience Musica a Palazzo’s traveling opera performance, closing your first visit with an immersive cultural evening.
Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.