Small-Group Tour: Best of Venice Walking Tour and Grand Canal Water Taxi Ride. See the best of Venice by land and by sea while with this combo small-group tour. Cruise past the opulent palaces and churches that line the Grand Canal on a water taxi ride, and then disembark to explore some of the city’s lesser-known attractions by foot. For a grand finale, head to St Mark’s Square and enjoy skip-the-line access to the magnificent St Mark’s Basilica. Numbers are limited to 10 people to guarantee a personalized experience. Book and Save 10%: Small-Group Tour: Best of Venice Walking Tour and Grand Canal Water Taxi Ride.