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Explore Venice from Piazza San Marco to Rialto Bridge Walk Tour

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Overview

Discover the beautiful history of La Serenissima in this immersive introduction to Venice! We’ll be exploring this city of no roads, no cars, but well over 400 bridges and at least 150 canals. 

Narrated by a local historian, this Venetian walk is all about uncovering the backstories of the most iconic architecture, secret tales and history, as you experience Venice like a local.

We’ll walk through the mesmerising Palazzo Ducale, learn about the Basilica di San Marco, stroll around the Rialto Bridge, browse around the charming Mercato di Rialto, admire the oldest church in Venice in Campo San Giacomo, and visit plenty of other captivating sites.
 
Venture off the tourist trail and get a local feel for the area as you experience authentic Italian street food and learn about the neighbourhood’s history, cultural and literary influences as you stroll through these picturesque streets.

Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

What's Included

  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
  • Headphones
  • Mobile device
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Meeting Location

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30124 Venice
Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Riva de l'Ogio
30125 Venezia VE, Italy

What To Expect

Piazza San Marco

Start the tour next to the Colonna di San Marco e San Teodoro as you look over Venice’s beautiful waterfront. Begin to learn about this strange city's long and complex history, a story that involves the fall of the Roman Empire, the rise of the Byzantium, waves of refugees, sea-faring bandits and a whole lot of salt!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Doge's Palace

Explore the Doge's Palace, or Palazzon Ducale, and learn about Venice's Republic. Admire the stunning architecture that mixes Eastern and Western designs, a combination of Moorish-Spanish, Byzantine influences and Italian gothic styles.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di San Marco

Visit the Basilica di San Marco, a treasure trove of religious and imperial relics. A long time ago, the Venetians had power, trade, but they didn’t have the sacred glory bestowed on their city by an important patron saint. Listen to the story of how they went out to find one…
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Mark's Square

Take in the atmosphere of Piazza San Marco and marvel at the campanile, or bell tower. Take in the unique atmosphere of grand cafes, the smell of spices brought in along the Silk Road, the merchants hawking, the waltzes from a string quartet. Romance, drama and the opulent fashion of the time!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casino Venier - Alliance Francaise

Poke your head inside the Casino Venier, an inconspicuous building hiding a mischievous history. Gambling, discussions of popular ideas of enlightenment, dancing, drinking, partying, good eating, extravagance… Venice was known around the continent as the most decadent place in Europe.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ponte di Rialto

One of only four ‘inhabited’ bridges left in Europe today, the Rialto Bridge offers the best view of the Grand Canal. Learn how this was originally a wooden bridge and more about how Venice has dealt with its life on the ocean.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Campo San Giacomo dell'Orio

Home to the Venetian public bank, Campo San Giacomo is home to the oldest church in Venice. Hear about the legend about the hunchback, Gobbo di Rialto.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rialto Market

Head into Mercato di Rialto, a market where chefs, families and tourists browse shoulder to shoulder. A place where chefs, families and tourists browse shoulder to shoulder through the very best produce the lagoon has to offer, the way it has been since 1097.Look over the canal at a wonderful art museum with faded frescoes from Titian and works by Carpaccio. This area gives a real sense of the grandeur of my home city back in its golden era. It stands in the sestiere or district of Cannareggio, one of the six districts in Venice. Go and have an explore once this tour has finished.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore Venice from Piazza San Marco to Rialto Bridge Walk Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore Venice from Piazza San Marco to Rialto Bridge Walk Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi.
  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost.
  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture.
  • Audio tour provided by a local or historian.
  • Access to your self-guided audio tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Headphones.
  • Mobile device.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Explore Venice from Piazza San Marco to Rialto Bridge Walk Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore Venice from Piazza San Marco to Rialto Bridge Walk Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
  • Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
  • Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
  • Audio tour provided by a local or historian
  • Access to your self-guided audio tour
  • Headphones
  • Mobile device

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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