3-Hour Guided Tour of History, Art and Legends in Venice


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From $48.76

Price varies by group size

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 3 hours

Departs: Venice, Venice

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Venice is a unique and loved city all over the world. There are two ways to discover it either with a private tour or in a group. This excursion offers the service of a private tour at the price of a group tour that will be kept small in size.We will discover not only the most popular and touristic places but the tour will immerse you in the true atmosphere of the city. There are many mysteries and specificities of Venice, many are often overlooked but deserve to be discovered.


What's Included

Certified guide

What's Not Included

Food and beverages


Traveler Information

  • INFANT: Age: 0 - 4
  • CHILD: Age: 5 - 13
  • YOUTH: Age: 14 - 16
  • ADULT: Age: 17 - 60
  • SENIOR: Age: 61 - 90

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia
The first stop and meeting place is the train station. The station, like every city place, has a particular and fascinating history. In fact, it stands on the remains of a female convent and offers a perfect introduction to the city. In fact, from here we will begin to understand the layout of Venice and how to get around the city by vaporetto.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa di Santa Maria di Nazareth - Chiesa degli Scalzi
Very close to the station there is a fascinating and mysterious church. One of Baldassarre Longhena's masterpieces and considered a national monument, a magnificent example of Baroque art.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palazzo Labia
One of the most famous buildings in the city. Located in the Spanish quarter, now the regional headquarters of RAI, it was the site of great parties and social events. It is periodically open to the public to show Tiepolo's masterpieces.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ponte di Rialto
One of the symbols of the city, the oldest bridge to cross the Grand Canal. Architectural masterpiece offers a total overview of the history of Venice: here we will talk about the market, art, trade, goldsmithing and there will be the opportunity to take unforgettable photographs.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza San Marco
The most famous place in Venice. Each corner deserves a very long description. Nicknamed "the most beautiful living room in the world", the square of San Marco is the liveliest and most cheerful place in the city with its treasures, the famous basilica, the bell tower, the Doge's palace and the clock tower. We will not only see the most famous and photographed places but, also, we will find hidden treasures from the sight of many tourists.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa San Simeon Piccolo
Monument that introduces the sestiere of Santa Croce, more than a building it is a compendium of art history including multiple styles. Napoleon was also fascinated by it.

• Admission Ticket Free

Monumento a Paolo Sarpi
Monument to one of the most important figures in Venice. Paolo Sarpi was a man of great intellect. Theologian, mathematician, scientist, man of letters, historian and doctor. A very important character for his political influence that will make anyone understand the spirit of the Venetians well.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ca' d'Oro
As the name implies, the facade was originally decorated with the most precious metal. Today it is the seat of the Franchetti Gallery which includes works by Mantegna, Tiziano, Carpaccio and other great masters.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Basilica di San Marco
One of the most famous churches in the world. Only the facade is the most photographed place in Venice. Here, among the magnificent mosaics that tell the story of the relics of San Marco, between the majestic Porta della Carta with its allegories, the imposing equestrian statues, tourists will be able to understand why Venice is so loved in the world.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Doge's Palace
The Venetian Doge's Palace is the political center of the city. Only by looking at the façade, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic, will we understand the power and wealth of the lagoon city. Today, home to the art gallery which includes priceless masterpieces, it is a must for any visitor.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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