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Venice Carnival Tour of Must-See Sites with Local Guide & Frittelle Tasting

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About this activity

Venezia is not only the city of Bridges but owes its fame also thanks to its famous Carnival. The City turns into a huge masquerade ball. Masks of all kinds adorn every corner of the city and together with an expert local guide you will immerse yourself in the history of this event.  A 3-hour walking tour that will give you the privilege to discover the wonders of the city completely full of colors and costumes in every place and  if you wish, at the end of your walking tour , you could taste the famous Carnival’s “frittelle”, a typical dessert of the Venetian Carnival that can be tasted only in this period  of the  year!

Highlights

    What's included

    • Local guide
    • Professional guide
    • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
    • Professional art historian guide

    Not included

    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
    • Frittelle tasting not included in the price

    Itinerary

    1. St. Mark's Square

      San Marco Square, heart of the City and the central area where the Carnival takes place. You will find a huge stage where you will see shows of all kinds, organized by local cultural associations or improvised by street artists. The Venice Carnival is a journey through history, a perfect combination of art, culture, entertainment and trasgression. All tourists are involved in wild dances, sounds and music.The Carnival is organized every year on a single theme that forms the basis of the whole spectacular event and if you are lucky you will attend in Piazza San Marco to the typical "Flight of the Angel", a girl with white clothes will drop from the bell tower symbolizing a dove . Normally it's organized in the morning time. Immersed in this magical atmosphere it’s impossible not to be enchanted by the marvelous buildings that frame this unique Square. The Doge’s Palace, the Basilic and the Correr Museum are the incredible scenery of San Marco Square which at this time of the year takes on greater majesty and beauty. Do not forget your camera and shoot beautiful pictures ! it will not happen again in life such a incredible scenery!

      1 hourAdmission includedSee on map

    2. Fondamenta Nova offers to the most attentive tourist a great overview on the North Lagoon Islands

      1 hourAdmission free

    3. Rialto Bridge

      The two last stops of your tour will be also the most evocative ones: discovering the places that gave birth to the most famous Italian explorer Marco Polo and enjoying a walk on the Rialto Bridge full of stalls with typical venetian products

      At the end of the tour if you wish your guide can show you one of the most famous pastry of the city where you could taste the typical dessert of the Venetian Carnival "the Frittelle" Do not miss this wonderful opportunity! Explore Venice, its history and its most famous places sorrounded by the magnificent joyful and festive atmosphere of its Carnival!

      1 hourAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    San Marco Square next to the Lion Pillar

    The map shows Venice. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • 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
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • • Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

    Cancellation and refunds

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

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    Private Tours of Venice
    Product code
    88259P23

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