In 832 AD, two merchants smuggled a saint’s body out of Egypt, hidden in barrels of pork meat to get past the guards. That relic changed Venice forever — and the basilica built to house it still dominates the city’s most famous square. This audio walking tour takes you through stories like this across 13 stops in the heart of Venice, from the Bridge of Sighs to a 14th-century tavern still serving wine near the Rialto. Along the way, you’ll hear how Casanova pulled off the only escape from the Doge’s Palace prison, why a three-ton bronze lion may have traveled the Silk Road from China, and where to find a spiral staircase hidden behind an ordinary Venetian façade. Walk at your own pace through Venice’s maze of alleys and canals. Pause for a spritz or coffee whenever you want. Available in 9 languages, this tour is the perfect orientation for those who are first time visitors to Venice and want to view the main attractions and hear the stories behind them at their own pace
10 minutesAdmission free
A palace, a courtroom, and a prison — all in one building. Get an overview of this building...
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Hear about all the distinct buildings that make up this famous square and why Napoleon called it Europe’s finest drawing room.
30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map
Discover hidden gems like an Italian theatre, named “The Phoenix” because it keeps burning down and rising again and a spiral staircase like no other
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End near the Rialto bridge, explore the shopping area and discover a historical tavern
15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map
Pass by (no stop)Admission free
Pass by (no stop)Admission free
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | Refund |
|---|---|
| At least 1 days before | 100% |
| Between 0 and 1 days before | 0% |
Ratings from Viator 4.5 (2) · Tripadvisor 4.0 (4)
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