Why choose this Venice tour ?

Venice by night is steeped in mystery and the ghosts of the past! This 1.5-hour evening Legends and Anecdotes walking tour takes you on a journey to the city’s hidden corners, with an expert guide who recounts some anecdotes, stories and other legends as you walk. Recoil at gruesome facts about Biasio, the child-killing butcher of Venice; see from outside the beautiful and reputedly haunted Bovolo staircase; and hear strange and sinister tales about Venice.



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What makes Venice Legends, Anecdotes and Ghost stories tour a unique experience ?

Learn about the many stories and legends that took place in the area of the Rialto bridge

Discover the amazing architecture of Contarini Palace with its spiral staricase known as “Bovolo” (Venetian word that means snails) and elarn about its legend.

Many ghost stories refers to palaces, some of them now converted in hotels and our guide will entertain you with many stories and anecdotes related to people that have lived in here.

We go down this small alley, called Rio’ Tera’ degli Assassini (the street of the murderers), perfect setting for the many “scary” stories that took place in this secret corner of Venice.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Please make sure to check your email prior departure.
  • During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions.
  • Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves walking.
  • 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


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

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    Private Tour : Private tour conducted exclusively for you, your family and friends. Tour in English, other languages on request.
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    Small group tour : Enjoy a small group tour limited to 20 people. Tour in English.

Venice Legends, Anecdotes and Ghost stories tour Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Small Group tour with max 20 people or fewer
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

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Special Instructions:

    • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
    • Emergency phone number on the day of the tour and after office hours: + 39 3400502444
    Please note: Avventure Bellissime opening hours are Mon to Sat 8.30am – 5.30pm April to mid October. Other months: 9am – 5pm Mon to Fri, 9am – 3pm Sat, public holidays closed.
    • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Please make sure to check your email prior departure.
    • It is client’s responsibility to check if the provider of the service has sent any communication up to the day prior to the tour departure – Failing in checking your email inbox might incur in extra costs involved with the excursion you have booked, and that will not be refundable.
    • Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress accordingly

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Avventure Bellissime.
  • 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 828 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.