St Marco, Basilica & Rialto Bridge

Duration: 2 hrs

Cost: $29.50pp

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This two-hour walking tour is an absolute must if you're a first-time visitor to Venice! Visit St. Mark's square and learn the history that lies behind the walls of its most famous landmarks;the Basilica an its Byzantine heritage, the Doge's Palace and its adjoining prisons, that retain the true secrets to comprehend how a city built on swamps became one of the most enlightened cities in the western world.

Your comprehensive two-hour walking tour highlights all the important monuments, from San Marco Square to the Rialto Bridge. You'll learn the history behind the famous landmarks, plus visit the famed basilica of St. Mark's without having to stand in long queues.

Then, leave the square and crowds behind to discover the "real Venice ", enter a labyrinth of narrow passageways and alleys where an enchanting city of meandering canals punctuated by delicate bridges awaits you. Explore the lively Campo Santa Maria Formosa with its outstanding Gothic Palaces and at the Scuola di San Marco learn about the famous trade schools of Venice that provided the foundations of the great mercantile empire.

Then, you'll discover the 'real Venice', a magical city of meandering canals crossed by delicate bridges. Through the sights and informative historical commentary provided by your guide, you’ll learn how illustrious Venetians such as Marco Polo made Venice such a vibrant and influential power. You’ll see Marco Polo's House and hear tales of this legendary globe-trotting Venetian.

Admire the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo "the Pantheon of Venice", enter an old merchants warehouse and see the most beautiful well-head in Venice.

And, of course, discover how Venice is today and how it is to live in the most unique city in the World, though not the most practical.

The tour conveniently concludes at the Rialto Bridge.

Skip the Line! Book your Original Venice Walking Tour ahead of time to take advantage of jumping the line at St. Marks Basilica.

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St Mark's, Bridge of Sighs, Grand Canal and Rialto

Duration : 2 hrs

Cost: $32.45pp

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This guided walk is a must if this is your first visit to Venice. Discover the intricate labyrinth of streets and canals of this enchanting city why it is has remained in a medieval time warp forever until today

This tour focuses on Venice's major highlights. From the grandeur of St. Mark's Square and basilica, you will enter a labyrinth of narrow alleyways to encounter La Fenice Opera House. You'll stumble onto a concealed square near Fortuny Palace for a spectacular view of the Grand Canal, and see a beautiful Venetian folly, the Bovolo staircase, before reaching the Rialto Bridge.

 

Venice in One Day - Combined Walking and Boat Tour

Duration : 8 hrs

Cost:$76.70pp

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On this tour you'll see all the highlights of this magical city on this combined walking and boat tour. Plus, you'll skip the long lines at St. Mark's Basilica – don't waste time waiting in lines when you’re on vacation!

Your comprehensive introduction to Venice begins with a two-hour walking tour highlighting all the important monuments, from San Marco Square to the Rialto Bridge. You'll learn the history behind the famous landmarks, including the basilica’s Byzantine heritage and the adjoining prisons of the Doge's Palace. Plus, you'll visit the famed basilica of St. Mark’s without having to stand in long queues!

Leaving the crowds behind, you'll enter a labyrinth of narrow passageways, alleys, canals and delicate bridges. Highlights include Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Marco Polo's House, an old merchant's warehouse and the most beautiful well-head in Venice, before finishing the tour near the Rialto Bridge.

In between the Venice walking tour and boat tour, you will have free time (depending on the time of year).

Next, enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Grand Canal of Venice. Along the way you will learn the history of the stunning palaces and churches that line the famous canal, as well as anecdotes about the famous people who have resided on Venice's most important 'street'. Savoring a glass of sparkling prosecco wine, you'll also enjoy a fascinating tour of the minor canals of Venice.

Skip the Line! Book your Venice in One Day tour ahead of time to take advantage of jumping the queue at St. Mark’s Basilica. Don't waste time waiting in lines!

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Doge's Palace + Secret Itinerary Walking Tour

Duration : 2 hrs

Cost: $33.62pp

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Let the Doges Palace and Secret Itinerary Walking Tour through Venice lead you to the most sumptuous and splendidly decorated rooms of what used to be 'the brain' that governed the Republic of Venice. You'll learn how the Venetians guaranteed loyalty of their bureaucrats, visit the Casanova's cell and be entertained by his legendary escape and visit the torture chamber. Along the way, your English speaking guide will provide you with informative commentary as well as discussing the infamous council of ten.

Afterwards, enjoy a tour of the highlights of the Doges Palace including the lavishly decorated chambers featuring works by Tintoretto, Titian, Veronese and many others. You will cross the Bridge of Sighs and learn about the diverse roles played in society by the Doge and his counselors who helped create the many institutions that made Venice the most modern and liberal state in Europe.

Skip the Line! Book your Venice Secret Itinerary Walking Tour ahead of time to take advantage of jumping the queue at the Doges Palace. Your entrance ticket to the Doges Palace is approximately 16.00 euros and payable to your guide on the day of travel.

 

Visit Canareggio Tour

Duration : 2 hrs

Cost:$29.50pp

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Enjoy a pleasant stroll with a local expert guide to discover the peaceful residential district of Cannaregio. Home to the Jewish Ghetto, Cannaregio offers a glimpse of the hidden Venice, well off the beaten track.

"Ghetto" is a Venetian word meaning "foundry" because the Jewish quarter was built replacing a foundry. This name now means "Jewish District" all over the world.

On the Cannaregio and Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour you'll discover the lively and vibrant atmosphere of this residential part of the city, where the few Venetians left in town still live! You'll encounter imposing palaces, important churches, enchanting canals and bridges as you make your way through a labyrinth of narrow streets and alleyways.

The walking tour through the Cannaregio district includes many detours to see the homes of famous Venetians such as the painters Tintoretto and Titian. You'll hear delightful anecdotes and stories about past residents of this picturesque area of Venice, and enjoy sweeping views of the northern lagoon. Your guide will discuss the vital role that the Venice lagoon played in the history of this city built from fear.

After your fascinating walking tour through the Cannaregio district, you'll spend the second part of the tour exploring the famous Jewish Ghetto, a city within a city. You'll learn how the Jewish community lived here over the centuries, and the role they played in the history of Venice.

Entrances to the Jewish museum and synagogues are not included, as they are strictly controlled by the Jewish community (they can be visited after the tour or with one of our specialized guides).

Hidden Venice Walking Tour

Duration : 2 hrs

Cost: $26.89pp

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Want to explore Venice off the beaten track without getting lost?

From the old red-light district to some of the oldest houses in Venice, this walking tour shows you Venice at its rich and stimulating best! You'll discover the real Venice, past and present, and take a guided visit of the Frari church, most important church in Venice after the Basilica of San Marco hidden away in the San Polo district of the city and its masterpieces by Bellini, Titian and Canova. as well as an imposing funeral monument by Canova.

We'll walk through a labyrinth of streets and narrow passageways in the old artisans quarters of Venice and listen to numerous stories of the illustrious merchants and their acts of cruelty.

Explore the lively and colorful market area of the Rialto and learn of the legend of hunchback of San Giacomo. Pass-by the old locandas and bars, where the merchants would sojourn and encounter the famous Venetian courtesans in the old red light district of Venice, that is home to the notorious Ponte delle Tette.

During this walk, you will also see an old prison for tax evaders and learn about daily life in Venice of old, and what life is like today for modern-day Venetians.

 

Ghosts & Legends Tour

Duration : 1.5 hrs

Cost:$26.89pp

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Venice by night is a place of romance and mystery. This Ghost walking tour of Venice features an itinerary that will take you on a journey through the hidden Venice where you will not only hear six intriguing ghost stories that will bring a chill to the night's air, but you'll also be entertained by legends of sea monsters and the Venetians themselves that will include the legend of Marco Polo's wife.

In addition to the ghost stories and legends this walking tour includes an itinerary that will pass-by many architectural treasures that are hidden away in the back-streets of the Hidden Venice. Your adventure will start at the Rialto bridge, from where you'll descend into the labyrinth of the hidden Venice, crossing sleeping canals and abandoned campi, it will feel as if you have Venice to yourself as the only sounds you'll hear will be the echoes of distant footsteps.

In between the Ghost Stories, you'll hear other gruesome tales from Venice's past including stories about an old prison where the poor in-mates lived in rat-infested cells that flooded during high tide. We'll take a stroll along the narrow alleyway called the street of the Assassins to recount the murders that have taken place there, as well as exploring an old campi that use to home to one of the numerous cemeteries in Venice. You'll also explore a secret passageway, one of the few surviving that were used by the inhabitants of palaces to flee from the authorities (subject to water-levels)..

This walking tour will also include architectural gems and follies lost in the back-streets of Venice that will include the delightful Bovolo staircase built for a wealthy Venetian at a time when many Venetians still traveled around the city on horse-back. The elaborate staircase enabled the wealthy nobleman to ride his horse up to his private apartments within his palace..

Following a winding route through the labyrinth of back-streets you'll enjoy a very intimate experience of the Hidden Venice on this walking tour. An enchanting route with many surprises along the way. The tour finishes near the Rialto bridge where you'll enjoy a fine view of the main bridge over the Grand Canal.

 

PhotoSleuth Tours - Off the Beaten Track

Duration : 4hrs

Cost: From 75€pp

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On this unique photography tour we will move around the parts of Venice less traveled starting in Castello the largest of the six Sestieri of Venice.

You will learn how to capture the spontaneous emotions, expressions and interactions among people that tell the story of Venice and the people who celebrate it with you. There are photo opportunities on every corner and each location we visit offers its own unique photographic challenges and we will explore different styles of reportage story telling.

Your guide is a professional photographer and a life long inhabitant of Venice