- Dorsoduro / Accademia - While crossing the “Ponte delle Meraviglie”, The Bridge of Wonders, very close to the Academia Galleries, your guide will tell you the incredible legend of the 7 sisters who lived here long time ago
- Squero di San Trovaso - The classic wooden shipyard where gondolas were built and repaired.
- Fondamenta Zattere - Wrapped in the moonlight you will walk along the wonderful Zattere pavement which head to Hospital for the Incurable, built to give hospitality to people suffering from what was then called the French disease: syphilis, today it hosts the Academy of Fine Arts.
- Palazzo Dario - “the palace that kills”, currently closed to the public, which hold too many unpleasant events of his first owner and all the ones who came after him and found death!
- Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute - Last stop will be Santa Maria della Salute church, considered one of the most beautiful churches of the City whose dome is visible from all over the city
- Punta della Dogana - Famous for its singular pointed shape that reminds the bow of ships and from where you can enjoy one of the most amazing views of the City.
- Pick up from designated meeting point
- English-speaking local guide
- gratuities (optional)
- Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
Explore the mystical aspects of the Dorsoduro district as you delve into its legends and enigmas. The journey begins from the Accademia Bridge, launching you into a realm of fascinating tales. As you cross The Bridge of Wonders, your guide will weave the incredible saga of the seven sisters that resided there. Next, you’ll venture by San Trovaro Squero, a place known for gondola construction and repair. A stroll down the beautiful Zatter pavement under moonlit skies leads you to the Hospital for the Incurables, currently housing the Academy of Fine Arts. Immerse yourself in the mystery surrounding the city’s most eerie and intriguing building, CA Dario, ‘the death-bringing palace’, harboring the secrets of the tragic fates that befell its initial owners. Your final stop is the Santa Maria della Salute Church, its iconic dome visible across the city, situated at Punta della Dogana, renowned for its unique ship-bow-like shape, where you can appreciate one of the city’s most breathtaking views.
- 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 a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
