Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Venice, Italy
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover a side of Venice many tourists never see on this real secret Venice walking tour. Join your Venetian guide for a stroll through authentic local neighborhoods and past captivating hidden gems. Delve into the history and lore of the Jewish Ghetto, Cannaregio, and San Polo districts, stopping to admire its quiet canals and tiny artisan workshops that still make traditional handicrafts.
- Take a break from the crowds by visiting Venice's quieter districts
- Learn about the history of the city and daily life today from your guide
- Visit little-known treasures plus famous sights like the Rialto Bridge
- A small-group or private tour for a more intimate experience
What's Included
- Pickup in front of Hotel Antiche Figure (read carefully the booking info)
- 1 City Map per person
- Local guide
- Local taxes
- 2 hours walking tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Hotel Antiche FigureSanta Croce, 687 Fondamenta San Simeon Piccolo, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy
In front of "CHIESA DI SAN SIMEON PICCOLO" opposite the Train Station, the church with the big green dome - next to Hotel Antiche Figure. We will have a board with your name.
End point
- Rialto BridgePonte de Rialto, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy
The tour will end near Rialto bridge.
Itinerary
Your walking tour starts in Campo San Geremia, a picturesque square in the quiet, tucked-away district of Cannaregio. Experience Venice as locals live it, far from the usual crowds of tourists. Listen to the story of the square’s unusual and comic history. You’ll be in a group of only 15 people maximum (or a private group if option selected), so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions.
Cross over Cannaregio’s tranquil foot bridges into the Jewish Quarter—the origin of the word “ghetto.” Step inside the church of the Madonna dell’Orto, famous for its Tintoretto paintings. Learn why the stunning facade of the Palazzo Mastelli del Cammello is nicknamed “Camel House.”
Get a peek at a historic gondola factory as you wind your way toward one of the city’s star attractions: Rialto Bridge. Listen to your guide recount stories about the traditions and little-known stories behind the 16th-century landmark. The tour ends here in the heart of Venice, but you’ll be well-positioned to continue exploring on your own.
Cross over Cannaregio’s tranquil foot bridges into the Jewish Quarter—the origin of the word “ghetto.” Step inside the church of the Madonna dell’Orto, famous for its Tintoretto paintings. Learn why the stunning facade of the Palazzo Mastelli del Cammello is nicknamed “Camel House.”
Get a peek at a historic gondola factory as you wind your way toward one of the city’s star attractions: Rialto Bridge. Listen to your guide recount stories about the traditions and little-known stories behind the 16th-century landmark. The tour ends here in the heart of Venice, but you’ll be well-positioned to continue exploring on your own.
Ponte degli Scalzi (Pass By)
1
Campo San Geremia
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ponte delle Guglie (Pass By)
2
Ghetto Ebraico
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Cannaregio
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Chiesa della Madonna dell'Orto
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Palazzo Mastelli o del Cammello
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Squero dei Muti
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Ponte Chiodo
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Ponte di Rialto
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Campo San Giacomo
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Mercato di Rialto
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- For the Group tour: Make sure to check out the meeting point in advance. In front of Hotel Antiche Figure. Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station Area. If something is not clear let us know immediately during the booking procedure.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 2,048 reviews
Gail_J, Mar 2026
Nick was a fantastic guide. Lots of wonderful stories and highly recommend this tour to get a look at Venice beyond the main tourist spots.
Paul_R, Mar 2026
A great tour hosted by a knowledgeable guide, highlighting interesting locations and anecdotes about Venetian locations.
Tracy_B, Mar 2026
What a wonderful tour. Our guide was Matteo and he was incredible. Wonderful insight on Venice, lots of fascinating history and he pointed out so many interesting things that I had walked right past in previous days. Matteo was kind, warm, funny and made sure everyone in our group was keeping up. Such a great guide and fantastic value for the cost.
Thank you Matteo!
Joann_C, Mar 2026
This tour will not show you the typical tourist attractions, however, if you want to see less visited canals, alleys, etc., and get recommendations for places where the locals eat, this is a good tour for you. We also visited what was historically the Jewish ghetto, which was quite interesting.
Cindy_A, Mar 2026
Very informative and interesting! I loved the hidden gems of venice. Our tour guide was very personable and gave great dinner recommendations.
David_S, Mar 2026
lot of walking but REAl hidden sights you may never have found without guide saw a lot of jewish ghetto
Mark_R, Mar 2026
It was nice to see something off the grid! Tomasso added a lot of interesting commentary. It was obvious he was very familiar with Venice!
Steven_D, Mar 2026
Great walking tour. Keep track of places for your return. We got great advice on food and sightseeing.
Gregory_S, Mar 2026
Great way to see the less traveled and crowded parts of Venice. Covers several areas and you will learn about the history of Venice
Grant_G, Mar 2026
Georgia was great tour guide. Had a wonderful time with her. Very knowledgeable and interesting. Good day.
John_M, Mar 2026
Wonderful tour through the ghetto and the off-the-beaten-path Venice. Guide was outstanding, and the walk was manageable for anyone. Some of my favorite memories and photos are from this tour, and will do it again if we are ever again in Venice.
Rachel_F, Mar 2026
An interesting two hour walking tour around Cannaregio. Nico was super knowledgeable and educated about the history of Venice, the tour was well paced, lots to take in. Hard to see images on the ipad though
Steve_M, Mar 2026
Excellent guide gave great info on Venice. You get to see the bits off the main tourist trail. Excellent communication
ORNA_H, Feb 2026
Fascinating tour, Sebastiano was great, interesting walk through the Jewish ghetto and the history of the community in Venice
Colleen_C, Feb 2026
We loved this tour. Nicolo was a wonderful guide. He made the tour fun.
We learned a lot about the area. The walk was not too difficult but there are a lot of bridges for anyone with trouble walking this is probably not the tour for you.
Amanda_L, Feb 2026
Worth every penny, this tour was a great way to understand and orientate yourself in the city. Sebastiano was such a great guide, he had a genuine passion for the city and for us to enjoy the tour, he made the tour so interesting and fun. His recommendations were five star and we are so pleased that we booked this tour.
Kerry_K, Feb 2026
Highly recommend this tour. We appreciated having a quick orientation to the whole city on a map for context and a little dramatic stage setting before setting off on our walk to Cannereggio. Sebastiano was a fantastic guide, knowledgeable and charismatic and patient with everyone's questions. The tour had a comfortable pace, and the listening devices made sure we didn't miss any of Sebastiano's interesting and funny narration. He even kept our teenager's interest throughout. Well worth it!
Linda_P, Feb 2026
Excellent guide, great information shared with opportunities to take photos. This felt more like a private tour than one with a timed agenda. I recommend this highly!
Elizabeth_C, Feb 2026
It was a part of Venice I never would have gone to on my own, away from the noise and tourist areas around St. Mark’s. The tour guide was excellent.
Deborah_H, Feb 2026
Thank you Mateo for a very interesting tour bringing history to life with a mix of fun facts. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn about some of Venice’s hidden spots
Judith_M, Jan 2026
Great tour! Giovanni was very knowledgeable and we highly recommend. Got see parts of Venice that we otherwise wouldn't have.
Sam, Jan 2026
We had a truly memorable day with Nico and cannot recommend him highly enough! He was so knowledgeable and interesting while also being great fun and bringing the history of Venice to life! He also gave us great recommendations for restaurants.
TraceyAnn_G, Jan 2026
Nico was an excellent guide — personable, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. The tour was interactive and felt personal, and it was clear how deeply he loves Venice and its history. Along the way we even passed his elementary school and Alice’s (who was in training) high school, which added a wonderful local touch.
The tour covered a wide range of topics, from how the city actually functions — water supply, transportation, and daily life — to the history of the ghetto in the 1400s and even mafia activity from about 40 years ago. It was thoughtful, informative, and full of insights you won’t find at the Doge’s Palace, but instead answers the questions you naturally have while wandering the city.
After the tour, Nico was generous with recommendations and guidance. He’s a fantastic representative of Venice — pragmatic, honest, and passionate about what needs to happen to preserve the city and keep it alive for the future. Highly recommend.
Mary_P, Jan 2026
Two hours to learn of Venice from someone raised here, to learn of their city, their neighborhood, a bit of its history, and much of its character. This tour, even in the rain, was a pleasure.
Erika_M, Jan 2026
Sebastian was knowledgeable and this tour was excellent! Really gave authentic insight to the history of Venice and lots of recommendations. A perfect tour to start our Venician vacation!
Susan_M, Jan 2026
Georgia was a great tour guide it was a very interesting tour that all the family enjoyed. At the end of the tour she showed us how to get the ferry to Murano which was very helpful.
Kim_S, Jan 2026
Highly informative and interesting tour. Sebastiano was a great guide on this comprehensive 2 hour tour. Thank you!
Sarah_H, Jan 2026
Thought we would hear more about life in Venice but we only got those details when asking specific questions. Felt very general and didn’t hear anything you couldn’t have googled quickly or figured out with context clues. Guide was very kind and suggested a street to look for food on (Sebastiano).
Daniel_C, Jan 2026
Fantastic tour with a very knowledgeable guide. Showed us wonderful parts of Venice that we would not find without this tour.
Donna_C, Jan 2026
We enjoyed our hidden Venice tour away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets of Venice. Sebastiano, our guide shared knowledge, history and stories about Venice in the past and offered suggestions to enjoy Venice today.
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