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Private Walking Tour of Venice’s Mysterious Corners

Venice, Italy
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Step off the beaten path and unearth the soul of Venice with this private walking tour of its lesser-known corners. Discover intriguing sites linked to figures like Marco Polo and Vivaldi, and explore the historic Arsenale shipyards. Your small-group experience reveals unexpected canals, quiet bridges and secret squares that most visitors overlook.
  • Venture beyond St. Mark’s and Rialto to uncover the city’s hidden soul
  • Gain insider stories about Venice’s famous explorers, musicians and forgotten districts
  • Experience local life in quiet canals, artisan quarters and the Arsenale shipyards beyond typical sights
  • Enjoy a relaxed pace with a small group and personalized attention

What's Included

  • Professional local guide
  • Admission fee to Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto: 3 EUR

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Saint Mark's Basilica
    P.za San Marco, 328, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

    In front of St Mark's Basilica.

End point

  • Dorsoduro, 30100 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

    Tour ends at the last attraction visited.

Itinerary

1

Saint Mark's Basilica

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Rio Tera' dei Assassini

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Santa Croce

12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Dorsoduro

12 minutesAdmission 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. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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From $859.00

per person

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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