Things to do in Veneto, Italy: The Best Night Tours

This is an incredible exclusive After-Hours Semi-Private Tour of Saint Mark's Basilica, after the Basilica has officially closed to the general public. The crowds will have gone, and the custodians will have closed the entry doors to the rest of the tourists, except for you. The doors will reopen exclusively for this privileged access tour, that will leave you as the only witnesses of the Golden Church of Venice in the magic of night. With our guarantee of just 6 people per group, a professional expert guide will lead you on an incredible intimate journey through the magic of the Basilica as evening has fallen and it is only for your eyes to witness. In the quiet of night, its incredible splendour will shine as the thousands of square feet of golden mosaics will light up in an astounding light show. Again, only for you to see. This is guaranteed to be a truly unique, dramatic, once in a life-time experience, that you will surely never forget.

Inclusions: Small Group of 6 people max, Professional Guide, Privileged and Exclusive After Hours entrance

Exclusions: Food and Drink, Gratuities (optional)

This 1.5-hour evening walking tour will provide you access to Saint Mark’s Basilica, one of the most spectacular cathedrals in the world, after closing time. Enter this Byzantine treasure trove with just your guide and the church custodian, out of hours. Leave the crowds outside, while you discover the peace and serenity of this spiritual location, what was once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice.

Inclusions: Exclusive access for Venice Events' groups to Saint Mark's Basilica after hours, Small groups of 15 people or less, Includes Saint Mark's Square, inside Saint Mark's Basilica and its breathtaking mosaics, the Crypt, normally not accessible and the Pala d’Oro alterpiece, Professional local guide for 1 h 30 min

Exclusions: Admission to the upper floor of the Basilica and the treasury, Optional gratuities, Hotel pick up and drop off, Food and drink

An original and fun orientation walk of Florence at night for young, budget-minded travellers aged between18 to 39 something to meet new friends while discovering the city with a local team including an Italian aperitivo.

Inclusions: Local guide, Aperitivo time (one drink + all you can eat buffet food), info about the city, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Extra drinks can be purchased in loco, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

As the sun sets, Venice shows its most intimate side. Enjoy the dreamlike beauty of Venice by night, while discovering hidden gems among dark and mysterious "calles". This is a night tour you will remember: Venice is even more beautiful at night when the most amazing monuments of the city and the most secret hidden gems are enlightened by dim street lights. Loose yourself in the myriad reflections created by the buildings in the waters of the Grand Canal and immerse your soul in the magic that pervades Venice after sunset You will enter the intricate maze of narrow streets that wind through Venice to discover ancient stories, legends and mysteries that will be revealed to you in this unique tour of Venice at night. You will walk thorugh the most significant corners of Venice at night when churches and ancient palaces are silhouetted against the magic night sky.

Inclusions: Tour Leader & Nature and Interpretive Guide

Exclusions: gratuities

Experience a Venetian night in the city’s coolest areas - Cannaregio and Rialto districts -, local style! This private tour includes the perfect mix of drinks, bites & trendy vibes. With your friendly local by your side, you’ll visit the hotspots where locals unwind & party. This is the best way to spend an evening like a true local!

Inclusions: Private Tour, Local Guide, Small bite(s): 1 or 2 depending on your pick, 3 alcoholic drinks: wine, local drinks

Exclusions: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off, Extra food and drinks

The tour starts with a hidden square, off of the beaten track, where tales of murder and mystery accompany this evening experience of Venice. Walking through the Castello area, you will discover anecdotes of Venetian Doges, noblemen and unrequited love, learn about the ghostly sounds to be heard outside of the Malibran theatre and tales of tragic deaths, whilst strolling through the darkened alleys. Heading over to the Saints Giovanni and Paolo Square, learn the story behind the graffitti on one of the most famous buildings in Venice, and then stroll along the windy and foreboding Fondamenta Nuova, located opposite the cemetary, and discover the story of the unburied child that is said to still be seen in the murkey lagoon. An authentic walking tour covering areas of Venice after dark, hidden squares and darkened alleys, that otherwise you might not have the courage to visit. The tour concludes in the Cannareggio area

Inclusions: Guided tour of the Cannareggio and Castello districts;, Fully qualified local guide;, Tours are provided with these languages: Tuesday English / Spanish; Friday English / German; Saturday English / French.

Exclusions: Optional gratuities;, Hotel pick up and drop off;, Food and drink.

Venice by night is steeped in mystery and the ghosts of the past! This 1.5-hour evening ghost walking tour takes you on a journey to the city’s hidden corners, with a ghost-expert guide who recounts six spooky ghost stories and other legends as you walk. Recoil at gruesome facts about Biasio, the child-killing butcher of Venice; see from outside the beautiful and reputedly haunted Bovolo staircase; and hear strange and sinister tales about the Venice of old as you explore the shadowy squares and empty streets. Not for the faint-hearted!

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Small Group tour with max 20 people or fewer

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified

Enjoy an exclusive romantic 30-minute private gondola ride by night through the canals of Venice. Discover the city from the water, as it was meant to be seen. See picturesque canals and enchanting Venetian architecture and share the ride with a loved one

Inclusions: 30-minute private gondola ride by night, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: transportation to the meeting point, live guide

Experience Venice waterfront at night. Board the Bora boat nearby St. Mark's square, leave it behind, relax and enjoy the view. See St. Mark’s waterfront at night with its lights and palaces reflected on the water, enjoy the silence surrounding the boat while floating and slowly approaching San Giorgio island with its Palladian white marble facade church and the Redentore church a little further on Giudecca island. Proceed to the island of San Servolo and San lazzaro degli Armeni. Cruise along Lido island to San Nicolò church, where Crusaders gathered before sailing to Istanbul. Pass silently in between the island of La Certosa and Le Vignole to get to the Arsenal on the north-east side of Venice. Admire churches and bell towers, all reflecting lights and shaped by other shadows. Venice is really a mystic place and you will never forget this experience. Share it with your friends, your family or someone special.

Inclusions: Pick-up from your hotel in Venice by our representative, Fuel, Bottled water, Captain, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Private guide

This combined walking tour is the perfect way to discover Venice after dark. Divided into two parts, the first part of this special evening tour, you will wet your tastebuds and discover the delights of the original Venetian Aperitif. You will be accompanied to authentic taverns in the Rialto area, allowing you to taste Venetian delicacies and local wines. You will then continue your tour of Venice by night, visiting hidden corners and suggestive locations with tales of murder, mystery and unrequited love. An authentic walking tour covering areas of Venice that otherwise you might not have the courage to visit alone

Inclusions: Guided walking tour of the Rialto area, Wine tasting and typical cicchetti in 3 venetian bacari, Guided walking tour of Cannareggio and Castello, Live tour commentary in English, French, German or Spanish

Exclusions: Optional gratuities, Hotel pick up and drop off, Extra food and drinks