Venice: Ghosts & Murders - Mysterious Tales of San Marco Area
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Venice, Italy
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Go beyond typical sightseeing and uncover Venice’s darker side without missing the stories hidden in plain sight. This guided experience brings the city’s eerie past to life, leading you through atmospheric streets while sharing chilling legends and lesser-known histories. Explore iconic locations from a new perspective and enjoy a more immersive, story-driven way to experience Venice.
- Uncover Venice's the chilling stories
- Marco Polo’s House and Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo visits spotlight haunted landmarks
- An expert guide leads the way
- Small-group experience capped at 10 people ensures an intimate atmosphere
What's Included
- Top rated, licensed, Venetian Tour Guide
- 1.5 hour walking tour in the centre of Venice
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Campo S. Bortolomio, 5310, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
The guide will be waiting for you just outside the FARMACIA in Campo San Bartolomio. https://maps.app.goo.gl/NRCRKF2Ba3PzfBcE6
End point
- St. Mark's SquarePiazza San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Itinerary
1
Casa di Marco Polo
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Venice
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Piazza San Marco
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 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
4.8
based on 101 reviews
Tamara_N, Apr 2026
Was a great tour and our guide Annalisa was a fantastic storyteller. Was a nice break from a typical “museum” tour. Highly recommend!!!!
Janella_S, Apr 2026
The "spookiness" is the least of this tour. The information about goings-on in Venice is the most interesting.
Helen_H, Apr 2026
This was a fantastic walking tour, Annalisa was excellent, the ghost stories were told well and very interesting. You see parts of Venice you wouldn't normally find.
Alexandra_C, Apr 2026
claudia was a delight as was this tour! a good mix of history of the city you wouldn’t hear of elsewhere along with a good variety of ghosts stories and legends - i would recommend!
Staci_F, Apr 2026
It was a very informative tour! Not so much ghost or spooky but good stories, tall tales & legends and history of Venice! I would recommend this! It was great! Gigi was so informative and personable.
Brooke_T, Apr 2026
We really enjoyed this tour! Our guide Anna was wonderful, a fantastic storyteller who brought Venice’s history and legends to life. She took us to several hidden areas with incredible views that we would never have discovered on our own. The stories we learned were both fascinating and chilling, adding a whole new dimension to the city after dark. You can really feel her passion and deep connection as a true Venetian. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique and memorable experience in Venice!
georgina_M, Apr 2026
very interesting & great guide very insightful tourguide. A great way to explore the city of venice!
Paul_J, Apr 2026
Our guide was great at finding places to chat w the small group. She was personable and a good story teller.
Molly_H, Mar 2026
It is a great tour with stories of a different side of Venice. Definitely worth the steps to hear the tales
Michael_O, Mar 2026
A fantastic tour around the quiet and narrow streets of Venice hearing stories of its dark and deadly past. Our guide Anna was wonderful, informative and just fun to be with on this 90 minute walking history tour. I would strongly recommend.
James_S, Feb 2026
If you are looking for a way to see the "dark side" of Venice, look no further! My husband and I took the Ghost, Murder, and Mysterious Tales of San Marco tour, and it was easily the highlight of our trip.
Our guide, Annalise, was absolutely incredible. She has such a charming personality that immediately made us feel at home, even as she was leading us into the city’s most eerie corners. You can tell she really loves the history of Venice, but she delivers it with a flair for the dramatic that keeps you hanging on every word.
Rebecca_T, Feb 2026
This was our favorite tour that we did in Venice. Annalisa is a wonderful story teller. She took us to spots off the beaten path and kept us engaged and entertained with a blend of fascinating facts and amazing storytelling. It was beautiful to see Venice at night. Highly recommend!
Sabrina_S, Jan 2026
Claudia was a delight. We enjoyed the walk and the stories. She was very engaging and welcoming and we learned a lot. It’s chilly after dark wear a scarf.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad Claudia made the walk so enjoyable and that you had a fun and informative experience.
Kristy_C, Dec 2025
We loved Annalisa! My 11-year-old daughter was particularly taken with her wonderful storytelling. It’s truly one of the best tours we’ve been on (and we’ve been on a lot). Don’t miss it!
Monica_M, Dec 2025
Camilla was excellent and we loved each of the stories. I’d highly recommend as an activity in Venice. What could be better - ghosts in an ancient city!
Will_H, Dec 2025
This was a great experience! It was a fantastic way to see Venice by night, and to see areas and sights we might otherwise have missed. Our guide was very informative. The tales weren't exclusively ghost stories, but also gave a lot of background and insight on the history or Venice and the community.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re glad you enjoyed exploring Venice by night and appreciated the mix of stories and local history. We hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Robert_S, Nov 2025
What a great way to experience Venice. We didn’t know there’s so much walking space. I think October is the perfect time to visit.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your lovely review, dear Rob! We’re so glad you enjoyed discovering the hidden walking paths and mysterious stories of Venice. It truly is a magical place, especially in October. We hope to welcome you back for more enchanting tales soon!
Greetings from Venice
Amy_S, Nov 2025
We did this the evening of our arrival in Venice & it was a great way to get a bit acquainted with the alleys & how to get your bearings. The stories were fine, definitely nothing scary or creepy, but interesting. The guide pointed out suggestions for eating and was very nice.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're really glad the tour helped you get familiar with Venice’s alleys right from your first evening. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the stories and appreciated the guide’s tips and kindness. We hope the rest of your stay in Venice was just as enjoyable, and we’d love to see you again on another tour!
Timothy_S, Nov 2025
Fun walking tour. The guide was great. She also took the time to share lots of information about the area with us after the tour.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, dear Timothy! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and that your guide made the experience even more memorable by sharing extra insights after the walk. We hope to welcome you back for more fascinating stories in Venice!
Sharon_H, Oct 2025
A nice stroll around the maze of Venice. There didn't seem to be very many tales to tell though, perhaps Venice has not had so many terrible encounters. Still interesting anyway.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Sharon, thanks for reviewing our tour in Venice.
We appreciate your feedback about the stories — we’re always working to add new tales and insights to make each tour even more engaging.
We hope to see you again soon for another wonderful walk through Venice’s hidden corners!
Warm regards
William_D, Oct 2025
Anna was great! She had everyone’s attention during the whole tour. She was fun and entertaining. I would recommend this a tour and especially with Anna
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We’re glad to hear that you had a good time with us. It’s always our goal to provide an authentic and fun experience, and we’re thrilled that we succeeded.
Morgan_S, Oct 2025
Annalisa was an INCREDIBLE guide. My husband and I both agreed this was the best ghost tour we have done. Her story-telling was intriguing and she kept our attention the entire time. We felt the Venetian spirit during this tour and would recommend it to anyone!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Annalisa and that it captured the true Venetian spirit. Your kind words mean a lot to us and will surely encourage Annalisa and the entire team. We hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable experience in Venice!
Cynthia_V, Oct 2025
Anna was a great guide. Very informative and interesting topics. She made it very fun and was a marvelous addition to our trip.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We’re so happy you enjoyed the tour! Thanks for choosing us
Robert_F, Oct 2025
Annalisa was an incredible host and guide. Her stories and legends about Venice’s history were fascinating and informative. She is very friendly, professional, personable, and a skilled story teller. We would gladly tour with her again.
Allyson_P, Sep 2025
Excellent! Annalisa was an awesome guide! Pace was great for everyone and she was an excellent story teller. I would highly recommend!!!
Patricia_R, Sep 2025
A creative way to see the city at night. We had so much fun and learned a lot that most probably never hear. Thank you, Ivana!!!
Diane_S, Sep 2025
We found this to be very interesting. Our guide Angelique was great and very informative. Would recommend.
Steven_E, Sep 2025
My tour guide was Claudia, who was simply amazing. A true Venetian giving a tour of the amazing city.
The tour gave a great insight to the city with the following.
- Haunted history of Venice.
- History of Venice.
- Cuisine of Venice.
- The Literature of and about Venice.
- Life in Venice and culture of the city.
- Insight to movies and celebrities in Venice.
I also got a nice restaurant recommendation and farewell after the tour.
mlbarnes2, Aug 2025
She was phenomenal! It was very informative. She was an excellent guide. She made it interesting and relevant.
nicola_l, Aug 2025
Ok but not what I had hoped for, I thought it was going to be more fun stories with a jump scare now and again! Be prepared for walking with no water stops! Take water with you! I wouldn’t take children as our teens got bored very quickly.
The hooks at the 4 bridges was the best story for us
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