Venice Guided Walking tour

Outdoor visit of the most characteristic and important places for the history of Venice. Route: St Mark’s Square, Santa Maria Formosa, Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, Marco Polo’s House and Malibran Theatre and return to St Mark’s Square.

Starting in Saint Mark’s square, this atmospheric walking tour will then whisk you away from the crowded streets into the treasure filled pockets of the Castello area.
A qualified guide will walk you through the hidden squares, winding canals and historical buildings providing you with a perfect introduction to the origins, symbols, traditions, architecture, and life in current day Venice.

The tour starts with a historical introduction of St. Marks’s Square, and its architectural delights, allowing you to discover the history of the majestic St. Mark’s Basilica, the illustrious Doge’s Palace, once the seat of the power of the Republic of Venice, and the extraordinary, renaissance clock tower.

Leaving the square, you will be guided into the residential Castello area, allowing you to discover this part of Venice in all of its elegance, through its labyrinth of narrow alleys – “calli”, many bridges, winding canals and wide picturesque squares – “campi”.

You can expect to discover campo Santa Maria Formosa, one of the largest squares in Venice with its church, named after its visitation of the Holy Virgin.

Campo Santi Giovanni and Paolo where you will be able to admire the famous church, the resting place of several Doges; and the equestrian monument of Bartolomeo Colleoni, an Italian mercenary Captain.

The former residence of Marco Polo in Corte Seconda del Milion, probably the most famous Venetian merchant.

The Malibran theatre (only external) is also part of the itinerary.
The theatre of San Giovanni Grisostomo was built in only four months at the end of 1677.
It was renovated many times and the renovation of 1919, gave us the theatre, as we know it today.

Throughout the tour, our local guide will provide you with historical facts, point out architectural places of interest, and share fascinating anecdotes on how Venice has developed over the ages, and how Venetians live today.

The one hour and 30 minute tour concludes in Saint Mark’s Square.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• 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

• French Tour
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  External Walking Tour of Saint Mark’s and Castello’s areas
• German Tour
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• English Tour
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• Spanish Tour
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  External Walking Tour of Saint Mark’s and Castello’s areas

• Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary
• Professional guide
• Pick up from centrally located meeting point
• Tour provided in English, French, German, Spanish

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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MEETING POINT:

15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension 1258 – 30124 next to the post office San Marco (opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica).
Look for the yellow sign “Meeting point” on the wooden kiosk and the Turive assistant.

• Please be at the meeting point 15 min before the departure time;
• Parents will need to have an ID for the children on the date of travel to prove they are under 6;
• Not wheelchair accessible.

It is your responsibility to be at the meeting point punctually.
All the late arrivals or no show are NO REFUND.

Emergency Number:
Office 0039 041 5239979
Mobile 0039 349 3054767

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Venice Events srl.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 7 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.