With over 417 bridges, Venice is rightly called the ‘City of Canals.” Over 72 of those bridges are private. There are more than 350 gondolas that keep moving tourists on its 177 canals.
Venice was built on an archipelago of more than 100 islands and wooden piles were sunk into the soft soil to act as its foundation. The city sinks at a rate of 1-2 millimeters every year. And you can wander through the canals of Venice on a cruise.
Just hop off the boat and explore the attractions that pique your interest. Then, hop right back on and skip the ones that don’t. A sightseeing vacation has never been this seamless. See the Doge's Palace, Piazza San Marco, the beaches of Lido, and much more. Or if you want to explore Florence, you can enjoy a round-trip train ride from Venice. It’s one of the best things to do in Venice if you have an extra day to spare during your sightseeing tour!
April to October is the best time to visit Venice and enjoy its spectacular sights along with its beautiful neighborhoods. However, if you want to avoid crowds, you can plan a trip from October through late February.
Venice bus tour offers you the convenience and flexibility to get off at the nearest designated stop. No tour guide, you set your own itinerary. You’ll find all the stops are located strategically at all the major attractions, making your touring as hassle-free as possible. And then, when you’re ready to continue, return to a designated bus stop, show your pass, and hop back on the bus and onwards towards your next attraction. So, go ahead and make a whole loop of the route once you have your tour ticket, get familiar with the city and pick out your favorite places to visit and then return to them during your stay.
That will depend on the tour provider. You’ll find that hop-on hop-off tours can be either live or audio-guided. Many will have a pre-recorded commentary that’ll share fascinating information about the history of Venice, its culture, and many places of interest. You’ll find that the audio commentary will be provided in various languages. English, French, German and Spanish are the most commonly used, but others may be available. Check the specific product page for full details of all the languages offered.
You can visit the relevant product page and check the Useful Downloads section to find the latest information as routes, stops, and timings change frequently.