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Venice express walking tour: Guided exploration of prominent architecture & major sights
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3 Ratings
Venezia
Embark on a 90-minute guided exploration of Venice’s unmatched architectural wonders. Uncover the city’s primary attractions including San Marco’s Basilica, Ducale Palace, and the Santa Maria Formosa Church. Take a leisurely walk along the Mercerie and trace the path once trodden by Marco Polo.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Piazza San Marco - The principal public square of Venice, with the description of the history of the main monuments: St. Mark’s Basilica, The Doge’s Palace, the Campanile, the Clock Tower and the Procuratie.
- Chiesa di Santa Maria Formosa - It was erected in 1492 under the design by Renaissance architect Mauro Codussi. It lies on the site of a former church dating from the 7th century, which, according to tradition, was one of the eight founded by San Magno, bishop of Oderzo. The name “formosa” relates to an alleged appearance of the Holy Virgin disguised as a voluptuous woman
- Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo) - One of the largest churches in the city, it has the status of a minor basilica. After the 15th century the funeral services of all of Venice’s doges were held here, and twenty-five doges are buried in the church.
- Casa di Marco Polo - Marco Polo was an Italian merchant, explorer, and writer, born in the Republic of Venice
- Merceria - Commercial lifeline between Rialto and St.Mark’s
What's Included
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Local guide
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
Location
Calle larga de l'Ascension
Next to St.Mark's Square, between the entrance of Museum Correr and the Post office
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Carole_b
Sep 11, 2023
Loved this your! - Loved this walking tour! Our guide Sylvana was very knowledgeable and answered many questions. So very interesting!
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Serge_g
Dec 7, 2021
Great experience and... - Great experience and friendly guide with a sense of humour and plenty of extra stories to tell when asked about Venice. Great!
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Onair546328
Oct 14, 2019
Great taste of Venice tour - Excellent guide who spoke very good English. The early morning tour misses all the big crowds later in day and is therefore much more enjoyable
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