Venice: A 5-Day Adventure in the City of Canals

Vladimir Balayan

11 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the enchanting city of Venice. Explore the colorful island of Burano, marvel at the intricate glasswork in Murano, and indulge in delicious Venetian cuisine. Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, and the Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo. Immerse yourself in art at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Gallerie dell'Accademia. Get lost in the labyrinthine streets and bridges, and experience the magic of Venice like never before.

Trip to Venice

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$108

$ 4

Colorful houses dot this lively fishing island with seafood restaurants, a lace museum & bell tower.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

14 - 17 min

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Museum exploring the history & craft of Venetian glassmaking, from the 15th century to the present.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

8 - 11 min

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Known for its unique glass art, this island features studios, demonstrations & souvenirs for sale.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$15

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 2

$121

Opulent museum surroundings for Venetian artworks & antiquities dating back to the 13th century.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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Iconic square & gathering place dating back to the 12th century & dominated by St. Mark's Basilica.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Gothic-Renaissance church filled with artworks, including a famous altarpiece by Bellini.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

7 - 10 min

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Vast, art-filled Gothic edifice, burial place of 25 doges, with a ceiling decorated by Veronese.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$25

1 - 2 min

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Ostaria al Ponte - ex Antiche Cantine Ardenghi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$58

Day 3

$182

Spectacular domed baroque church with unique octagonal design & sacristy housing 12 works by Titian.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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Art museum, in a triangular former customs house, exhibiting international contemporary artworks.

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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$20

17 - 26 min

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Ornate Gothic palace buildings hosting exhibitions with duke's rooms, prison & armoury tours.

10:45 AM - 12:45 PM

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$64

13 - 20 min

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Set on an island, an art-filled, bright white church by Palladio giving Venice views from its tower.

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 4

$162

Byzantine shipyard founded in 1104, today used for cultural events, exhibitions & trade fairs.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

12 - 18 min

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Arched bridge named for sighs of prisoners crossing it en route from the Palazzo Ducale to prison.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Iconic cathedral with a cavernous gilded interior, myriad mosaics & an on-site museum.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

16 - 23 min

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18th-century waterside palace with a 20th-century art collection & an interior sculpture garden.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$30

3 - 4 min

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Photography is popular at this wood-&-metal bridge over the Grand Canal adorned with padlocks.

2:00 PM - 2:20 PM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$62

Day 5

$153

Restored 15th-century palace with a spiral staircase, a film location for Orson Welles' Othello.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$18

8 - 12 min

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Museum of 13th- to 18th-century Venetian artwork, with paintings by Titian, Canaletto & Tiepolo.

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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$25

11 - 16 min

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Imposing Gothic-style church completed in 1330s, housing 2 works by Titian along with his tomb.

11:15 AM - 12:45 PM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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Ornate, 16th-century art museum featuring works by the dramatic Renaissance artist Tintoretto.

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Budget breakdown: $728 In total

Activities & Food:$724

Transport:$4