With so many amazing sights, Venice’s architectural and cultural heritage is best appreciated during a guided tour where all the research has been done for you! And the best way to savour the delightful sights is to travel by foot through the narrow streets and bustling squares of this venerable city.Pause to take in the extravagant buildings which frame the Piazza San Marco. There are so many wondrous sights to take in that your eyes will not know where to look first! The towering Campanile of St Mark's Church and the glittering Italo-Byzantine architecture of the Basilica fight for your attention.At the end of the walking tour, you are offered the chance to visit a glass-blowing factory and learn of the time-honoured tradition of Venetian glassmaking and design that continues today. Known for its skilful and elaborate use of colour and design, Venetian glass remains hugely popular. You will not only be tempted to buy a keepsake of your time in Venice but will also be enthralled by the process that goes into making this beautiful product.Have a walk outdoors (tickets not included) through the most characteristic and important places in the history of Venice, celebrating more than 1600 years of life. Travel back in time while you admire Saint Marks Square (Basilica of Saint Marks, Ducal Palace, Bell Tower, Clock Tower, and Procuratie), Santa Maria Formosa, and Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo - The "Pantheon" of Venice, the Great School of Charity, the Captains of fortune, Marco Polo’s House, and Malibran Theatre. Enjoy anecdotes of how past and recent history cross each other in this beautiful corner of Venice.Return to San Marco through the Mercerie, a vital connection between Rialto and San Marco and the main street for shopping.Afterwards, board a gondola and glide gently through the narrow canals. The gondola is a symbol of Venice, as emblematic of the famous city of canals as it is mysterious in its origins. Experience a 30-minute gondola ride that takes you along the Grand Canal (S.Maria della Salute area) and minor canals (Fenice area) where you can admire the famous Venetian architecture as well as take in iconic historic landmarks from a unique perspective.Important informationOn certain dates, most travellers staying outside Venice who wish to visit for the day must pay an access fee directly to the Municipality of Venice. For further details (including exceptions) and to find out on which days this fee applies and how to register or make payment, please visit: https://cda.ve.it/en/. The fee is not required if you are only visiting the islands of Murano, Torcello and Burano