Secret Venice Walk, Artisan Alleys & Hidden Stories

In evidenza

Itinerario

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   St. Mark's Square

   Begin your journey in the beating heart of Venice. Surrounded by masterpieces of Italo-Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture, this iconic square is an open-air museum. Admire the ornate Basilica di San Marco, the imposing Doge’s Palace, the elegant Procuratie Vecchie and Nuove, the soaring Campanile, and the mesmerizing Clock Tower. Your guide will unravel the fascinating significance of each landmark, connecting myths, politics, and religion into a rich narrative tapestry.

   20 minuti•Ingresso gratuito•Vedi sulla mappa

2. 2

   Campo Santa Maria Formosa

   From the grandeur of the Republic to a lesser-known gem, this charming square reveals Venice’s eclectic character. Discover the playful origins of the church's name and admire the unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture in one of the city’s oldest parishes.

   10 minuti•Ingresso gratuito•Vedi sulla mappa

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   Nicknamed the “Pantheon of Venice,” this grand square

   Nicknamed the “Pantheon of Venice,” this grand square is the final resting place of many doges and military heroes. Here you’ll encounter the Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo and the stunning Scuola Grande di San Marco, once a charitable brotherhood and now a striking Renaissance landmark. Hear tales of power, faith, and rivalry as the stones come alive with the voices of the past.

   20 minuti•Ingresso non incluso

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   Marco Polo's Home

   Venture into the quieter Castello district to stand near the modest home of the world’s most famous explorer. Let your guide transport you to the Silk Road as they recount Marco Polo’s epic journey to the East—and how it changed Venice forever.

   10 minuti•Ingresso non incluso•Vedi sulla mappa

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   Once a vibrant hub for opera and drama, the Teatro Malibran carries centuries of cultural legacy. Learn how this 17th-century theater has survived fires, floods, and fascinations, echoing with the voices of divas, dramatists, and dreamers.

   10 minuti•Ingresso non incluso

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   Conclude your walk by strolling through the Mercerie, Venice’s historic shopping street that has connected Rialto to San Marco for centuries. Today, it bustles with boutiques, artisans, and echoes of medieval merchants, tying the city’s economic pulse to its noble past.

   20 minuti•Ingresso gratuito

Punto d'incontro

Please meet your guide in front of the wooden souvenir kiosk, just behind the Correr Museum in Piazza San Marco, next to the entrance to the post office.

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Prelievo

• Tutti si incontrano al punto di partenza

Da sapere prima di partire

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour does not include entrance to the main sites and will completely take place outside (only external comments of the various sites will be provided)
• Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. All customers must be able to autonomously walk, climb and get off the steps
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
• Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of guests to run
• Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled
• Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
• There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, in the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• 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.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• Please follow the instructions to the meeting point as on the voucher.

Cancellazione e rimborso

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Annullato e rimborsato per intero se il meteo lo rende rischioso
• Annullato e rimborsato per intero se i partecipanti sono troppo pochi