- Piazza San Marco - Embark on a journey through the hidden gems of Venice, wandering off the beaten path between St. Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge. Your adventure begins at campo San Moisè, just steps from St. Mark’s Square, where you’ll dive deep into the city’s rich history. Follow your guide as they lead you through a labyrinth of narrow alleys, charming squares or ‘campi,’ and regale you with captivating tales of Venice’s past and the local Venetian dialect.
Take a moment to stand before the magnificent La Fenice opera house, where you’ll uncover its remarkable yet tumultuous history. Marvel at the Bovolo Staircase, a Renaissance masterpiece and one of Venice’s most exquisite architectural treasures. This captivating and intricate spiral staircase is a part of the Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo, dating back to 1499 and nestled near Campo Manin
- Benefit from a personal audio system and headset for informative tour commentary
- Embark on a guided walking tour of Saint Mark’s Square and Castello regions.
- Enjoy a 30-minute shared Gondola ride, expertly steered by a Gondolier.
- Tours offered in English
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Set off on an incredible journey through the timeless attractions of Venice. Your adventure commences at the celebrated St. Mark’s Square, a venue of architectural spectacles such as St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and the magnificent Renaissance clock tower. Stroll around the sophisticated residential zone of Castello, crossing over appealing bridges and delving into scenic alleyways.
Discover the concealed treasures of Campo Santa Maria Formosa and Campo San Giovanni & Paolo, where the imposing Basilica looms next to historical spots including Marco Polo’s dwelling and the famed Malibran theatre. Our proficient guide will enhance your understanding of Venice’s dynamic history and architectural phenomena, which will enrich your tour.
The walking expedition culminates at St. Mark’s Square, guiding you via the bustling Mercerie shopping street.
Afterwards, soak in the authentic Venetian spirit on a gondola departing from Campo San Moisè. Drift elegantly down the magnificent Grand Canal.
- Children up to 2 years old do not pay, only if they do not occupy a seat on the gondola
- The gondola ride is not private but is shared with other participants.
- Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 individuals.
- Once you arrive at the meeting point, you must enter the Aliguna Ticket Office, show the voucher, which we will send you via whatsapp, and receive the tickets. If you have any doubts, you can ask our desk colleagues
- When you book, pass us your whatsapp number, we will send you a voucher, via whatsapp, which you must present on the day of the tour.
- The itinerary is subject to change in case of inclement weather.
- The seat on the gondola cannot be chosen but will be assigned by our gondolier
- IMPORTANT: The tour is not private, it is a shared tour
- Important, we ask you to arrive 20 minutes before the departure of the tour, rightly so because you have to show your voucher at the ticket office, and receive the tickets from our colleagues, ok
- if you don’t arrive in time, or you miss the meeting point you will lose the tour. If you miss the tour, you will not get a refund
- The gondola tour has a maximum capacity of 5 people, the walking tour up to 15 people
- 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.
