Overview
See another side to Venice on a 4-hour private tour of the churches and cloisters around the Venetian Lagoon. Scout out places of worship on islands such as San Lazzaro degli Armeni and San Giorgio Maggiore, and hear about the nuns and monks who once lived and prayed there. Transport is by private boat, which seats up to five people.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
Fuel
Hotel pickup
Private boat
Captain
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Private guide
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Abbazia di San Giorgio Maggiore
1 hour
The beautiful Palladian façade of the church invites people to visit the whole island, also called the “cypress island” as the first settlement of a Benedictine community. The island offers a breathtaking view of Venice from the top of the bell tower.
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San Lazzaro degli Armeni
1 hour
A little jewel of the lagoon, San Lazzaro degli Armeni island, dedicated to San Lazzaro, patron of leprous, in fact the island was first a leper hospital. After few centuries of decay, at the beginning of the 18th century, a community of Armenian monks, settled here. They turned the old building into a monastery. The islands became an incredible cultural center, world famous for the collection of books and the typography opened in 1789.
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San Francesco del Deserto
1 hour
Recognizable by a small cypress Wood, in the middle of the lagoon between Sant’Erasmo and Burano. Since 1227 it has housed a friary founded by San Francesco from Assisi on his way back from the Holy Land during the 5th crusade. It is here that the “Miracle of the birds” took place.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Cruise: Churches and Cloisters on the Islands of Venice
Can I cancel Private Cruise: Churches and Cloisters on the Islands of Venice for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- Fuel
- Hotel pickup
- Private boat
- Captain
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Private guide
Which places does it visit?
It visits Abbazia di San Giorgio Maggiore, San Lazzaro degli Armeni, San Francesco del Deserto.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Operated by Destination Venice
