From Florence: Venice, a Day Trip by High-Speed Train

From Florence: Venice, a Day Trip by High-Speed Train

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Enjoy a trip to Venice from Florence by Fasy-Train, explore the canals and bridges, visit the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Basilica, and the Bridge of Sighs, learn about the history of Venice.

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Highlights

Discover the city of Venice on a day trip from Florence
Explore the city's canals and bridges on a vaporetto ride
Visit the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Basilica, and the Bridge of Sighs
Learn about the history of Venice from your guide
Enjoy a gondola ride through the city's canals (optional)

Description

Take a full-day tour of Venice from Florence by fast train. Admire an open-air museum and a unique shopping opportunity with its artisan districts. Experience the thrill of traveling on the vaporetto (water bus) as you reach the Rialto Bridge and Piazza San Marco, crossing the Grand Canal, the main street of Venice. Start with a convenient pickup service from city center hotels and transfer to the Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence and board the fast train to Venice. When you arrive in Venice, meet your guide and set off to explore the city. Venice, composed of 118 islands connected by over 400 bridges, is a timeless myth. Our knowledgeable assistant will share insights about the city’s history and famous figures, including Casanova, Antonio Vivaldi, Silvio Pellico, and allegorical masks like Arlecchino and Pantalone. For an optional experience, consider taking a ride on a Gondola an ancient and typical Venetian boat. Venice is renowned not only for its monuments but also for the Carnival, during which all inhabitants dress in costumes representing iconic characters. Don’t miss these must-see attractions: Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Ducal Palace. As you return to Florence, carry with you the evocative images of this unique city, a memory to share with friends.

Includes

Round-trip fast train tickets from Florence to Venice Vaporetto (water bus) tickets Tour Leader for the whole trip Pick-up and Drop-off at hotel (inside the city center) by air-conditioned minivan

Important Information

Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking. Consider the weather and dress appropriately. Gondola ride is optional and not included in the tour price. Keep your belongings secure, as Venice can be crowded. Arrive at the train station in Florence on time for departure.