The Secrets of Venice - Private Tour
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Overview
In addition to the most famous places in Venice (such as St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge) I will guide you through the most hidden and non-touristy parts of the city, where we can analyze its history and construction. I will focus on architecture and its culture with entertaining anecdotes and legendary discoveries. We will take a walk through alleys, bridges and fields observing a part of the city that you probably would not see without getting lost. During the excursion I will share my experiences and curiosities to make you feel at home.
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Tour at a glance
What's included
- Licensed local tour guide
Itinerary
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1
Ghetto Ebraico
The Jewish community during the Serenissima Republic. The meaning of the word "ghetto" venetian term that has nothing to do with its use...
15 min Admission free -
2
Fondamenta Dei Ormesini
One the most common hang out places for the Venetians. Let's discover why!
Pass by (no stop) Admission free -
3
Chiesa della Madonna dell'Orto
Wonderful and hidden gothic church.
5 min Admission free -
4
Casa del Tintoretto
Birthplace of the artist Jacopo Tintoretto.
5 min Admission free -
5
Squero dei Muti
Old gondola factory.
5 min Admission free -
6
Chiesa dell'Abbazia della Misericordia
An ancient and beautiful corner of Venice.
10 min Admission free -
7
Mercati di Rialto
The traditional Venetian local market.
15 min Admission free -
8
Palazzo dei Camerlenghi
The commercial importance of Venice.
5 min Admission free -
9
T Fondaco Dei Tedeschi by DFS
What is a Fondaco?
Pass by (no stop) Admission free -
10
Ponte di Rialto
The first bridge over the Grand Canal located on the most important place in Venice!
15 min Admission free -
11
Piazza San Marco
The most beautiful square in the world.
Pass by (no stop) Admission free -
12
Basilica di San Marco
Resting place of San Marco.
15 min Admission free -
13
Palazzo Ducale
The palace of the Venetian power.
15 min Admission free -
14
Ponte dei Sospiri
The prison bridge.
15 min Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Absolutely fantastic. Entertaining, fun, informative, polite and super knowledgable. Our absolute highest recommendation!
Could not recommend Nico & this tour more. Definitely book this tour if you are interested in Venice outside of the high tourist areas, and definitely if you if you want to understand the architecture and how Venice today came to be. His deep knowledge of the history of Venice as well as his ability to guide us based on what we found interesting was fantastic. He was enthusiastic, you can tell he truly loves and respects the city. Thanks Nico!
Nico provided a great walking tour and history of Venice. Not just telling you about the history, but showing you places all around the city. Because it's a smaller tour you move quickly and see a lot. Nico is a native of Venice and knows it well. I really enjoyed learning about his city. It's a great way to immerse yourself in Venice.
My husband and I were traveling to Italy with our 13 yo and 10 yo daughters. This tour was the absolute best way to start our time in Venice. Nico is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible. He was easy to communicate with and met us promptly at our hotel. He was happy to adjust the itinerary according to our interests. The city can be a little confusing to navigate even with Google Maps. Our 2 hour tour helped us get our bearings and see the highlights of the city while avoiding tourist traps. As a native Venetian, he knows the city inside and out. Nico’s information about the city’s history made everything come to life. We would’ve missed a lot of cool and interesting things had it not been for the tour & our kids loved it too! Would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to make the most of Venice!
My daughter, niece and I started our trip to Venice with a tour with Nico and it was amazing! He was so much fun and so knowledgeable. My niece was there to attend a pre-med program and he was so helpful to take us by where she would be staying on the second part of her trip and tell us all about the history of the hospital and make lots of recommendations for great places to eat nearby. My daughter had a broken foot and Nico was wonderful to take us to all the best places and show us some easy routes to get around while she was on her walker/rollator. We hope to visit again and will definitely do another tour with Nico!
Our guide was so knowledgeable, accommodating and really entertaining. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our tour.
Niko is a one of a kind guide. Lots of passion in the explanations. Lots of knowledge and tips and he feels the customer... he gives a warm and friendly attitude. True, maybe he is not the cheapest guide, but... yes, the best. This is not my first time in Venice but after the explanations and the non-standard places I felt that it was actually my first visit to Venice. My wife and I just fell in love with it.+39 340 269 2866
I booked a private walking and boat tour with Nico for myself and my parents during our first trip to Venice. Nico was super responsive over email to ensure we were aligned on our ideal tour and scheduling a day and time that worked for us since we only had a couple of days in Venice. Nico met us at our hotel and took us to a great mix of the main tourist sites and off the beaten path places that were a joy to discover. He provided plentiful information on the history of Venice, the sights he took us to and indulged our very many questions! We also had some time cruising the canals on a private water taxi which afforded us the opportunity to see Venice from both the water and land. My parents and I all agreed that our tour with Nico was not only the highlight of our time in Venice but the highlight of our two week trip throughout Italy. Nico's personality, his knowledge and flexibility made our time with him such an amazing experience - hopefully my next trip to Venice includes another tour with Nico to discover more hidden gems in Venice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 2h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day.
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Within 48 hours, once the supplier confirms.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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