Venice: Hidden Gems Walking Tour with a Local Guide
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 6 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the San Marco district of Venice with a local tour guide. See unique highlights including the spiralling Scala Contarini del Bovolo, the Teatro La Fenice and more. With countless hidden gems, beautiful streets and canal views at every turn, this off the beaten path walking tour is the perfect introduction to Venice. Start by meeting your guide at the Venice Tours office located at campo san gallo. From there, you'll pass by fascinating sights such as Campo Manin and Campo Sant'Angelo. Be ready to take snaps of the San Moisè Church and enjoy its Baroque style architecture, adorned with sculptures. Afterwards, continue exploring Venice at your own pace with a sightseeing app. From iconic landmarks including St Mark’s Basilica to Doge’s Palace and more, you’ll uncover more of the Floating City.
Inclusions
What's included
- Guided tour available English, German, French, Spanish or Italian
- Audio commentary available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese and Russian
- Vox City sightseeing app, includes 2 self-guided walking tours
- Venice guided walking tour
What's not
- Entry to attractions
- Public transportation tickets
- Headset and mobile device
Itinerary
Admire the iconic spiralling staircase, which was famously featured in Orson Welles' 1952 adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello. Built in the 15th century, the staircase's name translates to 'of the snail'.
This courtyard is named after Daniele Manin, who led part of the Risorgimento in the 19th century. The movement aimed to unite Italy against the Austrian Empire.
Enjoy this secret corner of Venice, a charming narrow street filled with apartments and the luxurious Hotel Corte di Gabriela.
Located nearby the famous Rialto Bridge, this fascinating alley's name translates to 'Street of the Blind'.
This square is situated in the heart of the city and lined with several palaces. Its name is taken after a church which was closed and later demolished during the Napoleonic era.
This historic opera house is one of the most famous and important theatres in Italy. Composers such as Rossini, Bellini, Donizetti and Verdi held many operatic premieres at this iconic location.
Constructed in the 7th century, this Baroque style church is well-known for its façade, adorned with intricate statues.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the Venice Tours office, Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, close to San Marco Square. Your guide will be wearing a dark blue 'Vox City' uniform.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 30 travellers
- Operated by
- Vox City International Ltd
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The guided walking tour is approximately 2 hours long. Please arrive 5 minutes early if possible so you do not miss the tour departure
- Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes
- To access your sightseeing mobile app, scan the QR code on your voucher. Download the app and audio guides prior to arrival
- On certain dates, visitors staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a 5€ access fee. Visit the City of Venice website to learn more
- Meet your guide at the Venice Tours office, Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, close to San Marco Square. Your guide will be wearing a dark blue 'Vox City' uniform
How it compares in Venice
- Its from-price is 84% below the median of the 1991 experiences we list in Venice.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 370 of 1991.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Venice
Venice floats on a lagoon of more than a hundred islands, a city of canals, palaces and bridges with no cars, where every walk ends somewhere unexpected.
The Grand Canal sweeps through the city in a great reversed S, lined with palaces and crossed by the Rialto Bridge. Near its mouth, Piazza San Marco gathers St Mark's Basilica with its golden mosaics, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the tall brick campanile. Water buses and gondolas show the city from the angle it was built to be seen.
Top-ranked sights in Venice: St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco), St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco), Grand Canal.
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