Welcome! Venice Sightseeing kickstart Tour with local guide, small group

We’ll start our tour from the historical Rialto area, defined by historians “the Wall Street of Europe in the Middle Ages”. We’ll discover the secrets of Rialto and I’ll unveil the venetian point of view about the Rialto bridge and its spectacular view on the Grand Canal. We’ll discover why masks and Carnival are so important in Venice and then away from the crowds, we will take a walk to discover the unique layout of the city: bridges, fancy private palaces, narrow alleyways, large and small campi(our squares), elaborate stone well heads. Finally we’ll reach the most beautiful square of the world, Piazza San Marco, to see the famous architectures (the Doges’ Palace, Sansovino Library, the Bridge of Sighs, the Bell Tower, Procuratie) only outside. Here I will share with you some secrets and details that generally people don’t notice.
If you are a curious traveller and it’s your first time in Venice for sure you’d like to have answers to all these questions:
Why was Venice built on water? When was Venice built? Why does St. Mark’s Church look so Oriental? Is Venice sinking?

I will lead you through the millennium of life of the Serenissima Republic. So, let’s discover the past full of charm of this unique city and its intriguing present.

We will discover together the ancient area of ​​the Carampane. Did you know that there was a red light district during the Serenissima Republic? We will discover the history and incredible stories of the ladies used to live in the area. We will take a look to the “nizioleti” street names and we will see how intriguing they are

You will meet Lucia, your guide, at the well in the middle of the campo (kind of square). We will start to discover the city with fundamental information, such as its subdivision, origins, water supply and its rules for loving and respecting the city!

According to the days and time we can discover the Rialto market area, the most colorful area of Venice with its many secrets. Let’s take a look to the ancient system of measurement of fish and let’s discuss how the area is suffering the low number of venetians still living in the islands

Let’s grab a photo of the main canal in Venice: The beautiful Grand Canal of Venice and let’s discover its history and details

An amazing view from a hidden corner to discover the secrets of the Rialto bridge: why was it built, when, where the name is coming from? Let’s take a look to incredible decorations: you can’t imagine wha they are!

Let’s see one of the hidden jewels in Venice: according to the days can be for example scala Contarini del Bovolo. Let’s discover where the name is coming from, why the family decided to built it, why is so hidden

Get amazed by the unique view of La Salute Church in Dorsoduro. Do you know the real story of the black plague? Let’s stop in front of the Grand Canal to take a look to the other side of Venice: the artistic Dorsoduro district

Let’s explore San Marco Square, your guide will show you some details and secrets of the Doge’s Palace, the San Marco Basilica and the main monuments of the most beautiful square of the world:
the bell tower, the clock tower, the loggia, the Marciana library, the procuratie, the former royal palace during the foreign dominations and columns with unique decorations I will reveal to you the secrets (only outside). We will admire the unique view of the main entrance to the city of the past while also discovering the terrible legends that increase its charm.
We will end the tour in this fascinating place and I will provide you with details and directions for the continuation of your visit to Venice

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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

• Welcome! Venice Sightseeing kickstart Tour with local guide, small group
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• Unique view of the Rialto bridge
• Many tips and suggestion for your stay in Venice
• Visit to the historical area of Rialto
• photo stops
• A great lover of Venice for helping you to fall in love with the city on the water

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• This Tour is Provided by Lucia Venice Walks & Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
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