Venice by Private Water Taxi: Hidden Canals & Grand Tour

Tour Overview

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.

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.

What's Included

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

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Your Itinerary

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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