Why was Venice built on water? And when was it built? How could it survive unconquered for 1,000 years, with the most stable and long-lived political system after the Roman Empire? Why does St. Mark's Church look so Oriental? What were the achivementes of the Venetian Painting? Is Venice sinking?...

People are left astound and bewildered by this unusual city. Often, however, they leave with many questions unanswered.

In the morning you will see the most important museum we have in Venice in the city: the Doge's Palace. Visiting the former house of the Government of the ancient Venetian Republic you will learn about the origins of Venice, the main events which characterized the 1,000 years of her independence, the peculiar political system that Venice created, and the main artists of the Venetian School of Painting. You will also see the Bridge of Sighs and the ancient Prison of Venice.

After the palace you will see the Basilica of St Mark and admire the 9.000 square feet of golden mosaics.

There will be time for lunch if you want (we can suggest and book for you the best restaurants in the area).
In the afternoon you will enjoy a boat tour to admire the city of Venice and it's Lagoon from the water perspective. This is when you will realize how huge is the Lagoon and how many different aspect it can offer.

You will then reach the Island of Murano, famous for its glassmaking. Until 17th Venice retained the monopoly of high quality glass production, and the skill of the glass masters is still today unequalled. You will see one of the best know furnaces where the authentic production takes place (it won't be just a demonstration, as most of the tourist factories offer). You will have some time for shopping and the you'll ride back passing by the old and glorious Shipyard and the island of Lido.