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Private Tour from Milan: Venice Full Day Trip by Train

4.5(15)Milan1 hour
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Description

Discover the most beautiful places in Venice in just one day during this magnificent private trip from Milan. Travel in comfort on a high-speed train and hit all the major attractions, from Piazza San Marco to the Grand Canal, with a private guide at hand to give you a rich historical account of the city and the world's most beloved lagoon. Step off the train and into a world like no other. This walking tour of Venice is designed for travelers arriving from Milan, offering the perfect introduction to the city’s timeless beauty, rich history, and one-of-a-kind charm—all in just a few hours. Meet your expert local guide at the meeting point inside Venice Santa Lucia Train Station, then set off on foot to explore Venice’s most iconic landmarks and hidden corners. As you wander through winding alleyways and over charming canals, your guide will reveal the layers of Venice's history, from its Byzantine roots to its role in art, trade, and architecture.

Tour Options

Private Tour from Milan: Venice Full Day Trip by Train

Itinerary

180 min

After a 2.5 hours train ride from Milan, start your tour in Venice! Grand Canal, the largest canal in Venice, built in Venetian-Gothic style. Venice’s canals, which cross the city like streets, are one of the most notable feature of Venice. The largest is the Grand Canal, which divides the city in two, with its four kilometers in length. You will also have the chance to see the Sanctuary of St.Lucy.

30 min

Campanile di San Giorgio dei Greci, or the 'leaning clocktower', was designed by Simone Sorella and completed in 1592. It apparently started tilting from the beginning of its construction. Like its adjoining church, the bell tower was built by and for the Greek community in Venice, primarily sailors and merchants.

30 min

The widest street in Venice. The entire route, which is made up of wide streets connected by bridges, was created during the 19th century to create rapid pedestrian access between Rialto and the railway station, demolishing the buildings that would otherwise delimit a long tortuous path between narrow streets .

30 min

The Rialto bridge is the oldest of the four bridges spanning the Grand Canal in Venice. It is famous for both its architecture and its history. For years it was the hub of Venice's economy.

30 min

St. Mark's square is the principal public square in Venice and is one of the most fascinating squares in the world, so much so that Napoleon Bonaparte defined it as "the most beautiful hall in Europe". Near the square there is the Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, commonly known as St Mark's Basilica, is the cathedral church of the Patriarchate of Venice. The interior of the domes, the vaults, and the upper walls were slowly covered with gold-ground mosaics depicting saints, prophets, and biblical scenes.

30 min

Called the Bridge of Sighs by locals, this emblematic monument of Venice was built in the 1600s and connects the Doge's Palace with the historic prison on the other side of the canal. It was given this name because tradition has it that, at the time of the Serenissima, the prisoners, crossing it, sighed at the prospect of seeing the outside world for the last time.

30 min

The Church of San Zaccaria is a 15th-century former monastic church in central Venice. It is a large edifice, located in the Campo San Zaccaria. The present church was built between 1458 and 1515. The facade is a harmonious Venetian mixture of late-Gothic and Renaissance styles.

30 min

The Ponte dell'Accademia is one of only four bridges to span the Grand Canal in Venice. It crosses near the southern end of the canal, and is named for the Accademia di Belle Arti di Venezia.

30 min

The squero of San Trovaso is one of the oldest and most famous Venetian squeros. The squero is the classic shipyard where small-sized boats such as gondolas are repaired. Have a peek at how a gondola is made or repaired!

30 min

Reach the beautiful Campo San Pantalon to admire the beautiful painting by Banksy commonly referred to as "the shipwrecked/migrant child".

30 min

Campo Santa Margherita is a city square in the sestiere of Dorsoduro of Venice. It is located near university buildings and serves as a gathering place for students at the end of the day.

180 min

Piazzale Roma is a square at the entrance of the city, at the end of the Ponte della Libertà. Piazzale Roma and nearby Tronchetto island are the only places in Venice's insular urban core accessible to ground motor vehicles, such as automobiles and buses. At the end of the tour, take the train back to Milan (2.5 hours).

Highlights

Venice visitor fee
Private Guided Tour
Transport by train (2nd class)

What's included

Included
Venice visitor fee
Private Guided Tour
Transport by train (2nd class)
Not included
Pickup and dropoff in Milan
Food and drink

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The day before the tour we will send a mail and Whatsapp message with train ticket and all information.
  • Travel time is included to the total duration
  • Important: train ticket will be purchased 48 hours in advance. In case of cancellation up to 48 hours prior departure theticket costs will be fully charged.
  • Tour operates in all weather conditions

Reviews(15)

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Randal_G
June 3, 2026
Private Tour of Venice with Tural

First time we had a private tour and what a difference. Tural is local, knows the best ways to get around, and knows all about Venice especially the history. We highly recommend Tural. What a knowledgeable and nice young man!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your private tour of Venice with Tural. Having a knowledgeable local guide can truly make all the difference, and we're thrilled that his expertise, passion for Venice, and friendly personality helped create such a memorable experience. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we will be sure to share them with Tural. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Italy for another unforgettable adventure in the future!

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Brian_S
June 1, 2026
Perfect Venice Day

This was a fabulous tour! Sneh was a tremendous guide for the day. I can’t imagine trying to see all of the highlights and lowlights of Venice on one’s own without a friend like Sneh. I couldn’t recommend this more highly for a perfect, customizable-on-the-fly, and packed day. The tour company also was extremely helpful with travel logistics and communications in advance of the trip.

Operator response

Thank you for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable day in Venice with Sneh. Exploring Venice can be overwhelming, and we're thrilled that Sneh helped you discover both the iconic highlights and the hidden gems that make the city so unique. We're also pleased to hear that our team was able to assist with the travel arrangements and communication before your trip. Providing a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish is always our goal. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Italy for another unforgettable experience in the future!

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Ronald_E
May 21, 2026
Perfect tour for a perfect day in Venice.

Tural was our guide and he did an amazing job. We covered so many beautiful areas of Venice and he was informative every step of the way. He made sure we saw both the very touristy landmarks as well as the favorites of the locals, showing us where to buy things we were looking for in the areas not targeting tourists with higher prices. He had a pleasant, calm demeanor but was clearly excited about sharing all of the great things about Venice with us. We could not have been happier to have had Tural as our guide and he made it a perfect day. Thanks so much!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Tural. He is passionate about sharing both the famous landmarks and the hidden corners that make Venice so special, and we are thrilled that his knowledge, enthusiasm, and local insights helped make your day memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we will be sure to share them with Tural. Thank you for choosing RomaeTravel, and we hope to welcome you back to Italy again soon!

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Louis_V
April 3, 2026
Amazing Private Tour of Venice

Our tour guide Shen was an excellent guide for us in Venice. He was very knowledgeable about all aspects of Venice and showed us much of the city. We could not have seen it the way we did without him.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re really happy to hear that you had such a great experience in Venice with Shen. He’s truly passionate about the city, and it’s fantastic to know his knowledge and guidance made your visit so special. Venice can be overwhelming to explore on your own, so we’re glad you were able to discover it in a more meaningful way with him. We hope to welcome you again in Italy in the future!

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MaryBeth_F
November 9, 2025
Sneh was an amazing...

Sneh was an amazing guide. He shared the history of Venice while we explored the sights. He ensured we did everything on our wishlist, including visiting the shop of a glass artist. Highly recommend Sneh’s tour.

Operator response

Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your time in Venice and will be sure to tell Sneh!

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Ken_B
November 8, 2025
Seek out Sneh forbyiur Venice tour.

Sneh was absolutely incredible. His passion and deep knowledge of Venice were astounding. His command of the history of Venice must rival that of anyone there. What was truly impressive was his knowledge of the local businesses. He made sure to steer clear of tourist traps and supported the true local residents. When we return, we will seek him out - you should too.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your time in Venice and will be sure to tell Sneh!

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jbrea201
October 20, 2025
Not worth the money

Very crowed not worth the money for a walking tour. The water smells horrible, very hard to take pictures just a complete nightmare to be honest.

Operator response

We’re truly sorry that Venice — one of the world’s most visited and photographed cities — had the audacity to be popular on the day of your tour. As for the water… well, the city has been floating on it for over a millennium, and it does like to make its presence known from time to time. We completely understand that navigating centuries of history, beauty, and the occasional whiff of lagoon life can be overwhelming.

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Lawrence_W
June 16, 2025
Great Tour

Great tour, communication was great. We received our train tickets by email and met Albi and Sneh in Venice. Took the back streets to avoid the crowds.

Operator response

Thank you for your nice review we're happy you enjoyed your time in Venice!

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AzaleeSuzanne_T
May 24, 2025
Venice private tour

Our private guide Elshad was amazing. Very patient, kind, respectful, thoughtful. He made us feel safe at all times always staying close for protection. Showing us the highlights of Venice, shopping at our leisure. To top it off carried our purchases. He also took us to reputable shops and made sure prices were reasonable for the area. He went above and beyond to meet our needs and waited patiently as we shopped. We had lunch at an amazing out door restaurant that served the best pizza. After our tour he took us to our seats on the train with our purchases. Highly recommended this tour. If we return to Venice would love to have him again as our guide!!

Operator response

Thank you for this amazing review, we will be sure to tell Elshad!

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Lisa_C
February 23, 2025
A+ experience

This was a great way to see Venice. Personal tour with someone to take you through all the winding streets and show you all the local spots. Mehmet was great!

Operator response

Thank you for your review, we will be sure to tell Mehmet!

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