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Free things to do in Venetsia
You don't need a big budget to enjoy Venetsia. These experiences are completely free to attend — though many still require you to reserve a spot in advance because capacity is limited.
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Why this shortlist
Free walking tours are the single most popular free activity in Venetsia, and we list every reputable one in town. Many are tip-based, which means you pay what you think the tour was worth at the end.
Aside from walking tours, look for free museum entry days, open-air concerts, and self-guided routes with downloadable maps.
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Free things to do in Venetsia


Venice ACTV 75-Minute Ticket

Absolute Venice - Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica & More with Priority Access

St. Mark's Basilica Night Tour with Optional Doge's Palace

Underground Venice: Legends & Ghosts of Venice

Vaporetto Pass: Venice Public Transport Ticket (ACTV)
Alkaen12 €

Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

Venice Chocolate Tasting Tickets

Mask Decoration Workshop in St. Mark's Square

Murano & Burano Islands Private Boat Tour with Glass Blowing

A Venetian Experience: Guided Walking tour

Tickets to Peggy Guggenheim Collection

St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour With Gondola Ride

La Fenice Opera House: Skip The Line + Audio Guide
Alkaen14 €

Shared Water Taxi Transfers: Venice Marco Polo Airport to/from Venice City

Venice Guided Walking Tour with Gondola Ride

1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise on the Grand Canal

Peggy Guggenheim Collection: Fast Track Ticket
Alkaen18,5 €

Venice: Classic Gondola Ride
Alkaen39 €

Venice Walking Tour with St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour

Venice: Vivaldi "Four Seasons" Concert
Alkaen32 €

Marco Polo Airport: Alilaguna Boat To/From Venice City Center
Alkaen18 €

Palazzo Pisani: Venice's Highest Rooftop Terrace
Alkaen20 €

Marco Polo Airport: Water Taxi To Venice City Center
Alkaen39 €
Before you book
FAQ
- Are tip-based tours really free?
- Yes — there's no obligation to tip. Most guides survive on tips, though, so €5–€10 per person is the norm if you enjoyed it.