Venice highlights historical walking tour

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Venice highlights historical walking tour

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£24.00

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Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German

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Duration: 2 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Enjoy a walking tour and a journey back in the past
Take a walk through historically significant locations in Venice
Admire the façade of Basilica di San Marco – the Golden Cathedral
Complete your tour at Rialto Bridge and its medieval market

What to expect

Get off the beaten path in Venice, away from the crowds. With a guide, explore the lesser-known areas of the San Marco district and discover the fascinating history behind them.

Embark on an enchanting walking tour through the heart of Venice, where the seamless blend of history and architecture creates an unforgettable journey. Begin your adventure by wandering past some of Venice’s most iconic landmarks without stopping, soaking in the city's majestic aura.

You'll marvel at the spiraled elegance of the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, experience the historic ambiance of Campo Manin, and wander the enigmatic Calle degli Orbi. Admire the opulent façade of Teatro La Fenice and the sacred architecture of the Church of San Moisè.

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What's included

Local guide
Walking tour

What's not included

Entrance fees

Where

Venice Tours Srl, Close to San Marco Square, Calle San Gallo, 1093/b, 30124, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Meeting point:

The office is close to San Marco Square. Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find the Olivetti Museum, turn right passing under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight on, towards "Campo San Gallo". Venice Tours Office is in the square San Marco, 1093/B. Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the departure time.

What to remember

Know in advance:

The tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide
Please note that on certain days between 18th April 2025 and 27th July 2025, every visitor to Venice is required to pay, directly to Venice Municipality, an access fee, unless otherwise excluded. Please check all the information and procedures for registration or payment on the dedicated website of Comune di Venezia

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Provider

Venice Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5 /5

Based on 53 reviews from verified customers

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Value for money

4.4/5

Staff

4.5/5

Service

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

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TUI Musement Traveler
Verified booking
5
4 October 2025
Very informative, staff extremely friendly and helpful, well worth the money. The guide was easy to understand and well informed. would highly recommend.
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TUI Musement Traveler
Verified booking
5
15 May 2025
Thoroughly enjoyed our tour through this historic city. It was well organised and very informative, covering the hidden secrets of Venice.
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Fiona M
Verified booking
5
29 February 2024
Travelled as a couple
The tour started with a 3D experience, which was an interesting way to see how Venice developed. The walking tour was very interesting and we visited areas that were different, which was fantastic.
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The Simpsons
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5
15 January 2024
Travelled as a couple
Excellent guided tour. Very easy to find the office going off the directions given. Experienced this out of season therefore just myself and husband on tour. Not sure if experience in season.
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TUI Musement Traveler
Verified booking
5
9 June 2024
Valentina was an exceptional guide. Very informative and a thoroughly enjoyable tour in beautiful Venice. Thankyou
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TUI Musement Traveler
Verified booking
5
5 June 2024
Our tour guide was pleasant throughout. Very knowledgeable and we gained a greater insight as to the history of Venice. Tour stops were interesting and offered plenty of photo opportunities. Good slow pace to cater for all. Well worth it.

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