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In the footsteps of Commissario Brunetti by Donna Leon walking tour

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Venice, Italy

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Explore Venice through Commissario Brunetti’s world from Donna Leon’s novels and films. Visit iconic locations and uncover the city's hidden secrets!
Calling all Donna Leon fans! Step into the world of Commissario Brunetti with this exclusive tour through Venice, exploring real locations from the internationally acclaimed novels and TV adaptation. Wander through hidden corners and uncover fascinating details about Donna Leon, her stories, and their transition to the screen.
Brunetti has captivated readers and viewers alike, becoming an icon of crime fiction and a long-running success on German television. This tour takes you beyond tourist routes, revealing an intimate and authentic side of Venice.
Retrace Brunetti’s investigations, from Acqua Alta to Beastly Things, and explore how the books and series portray Venice differently.
Whether you're a devoted fan or simply love Venice, this tour offers a unique journey through the city’s mysteries, seen through the eyes of Brunetti.

What's Included

  • Licensed Tour Guide (registration number 06000001)
  • Gratuities are at your discretion
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Meeting and Pickup

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Personalized pick-up is available only for private group bookings. If you have booked a private tour, please let me know if you would like to be picked up at your hotel or any location within the historical center of Venice.If you have booked a small group tour in German, the meeting point is: Campo dei Gesuiti, at Combo, in the internal courtyard near the well.

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Campo dei Gesuiti
30121 Venezia VE, Italy

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

End point

Calle San Francesco di Paola
30122 Venezia VE, Italy

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

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What To Expect

Cannaregio

We will start at the Brunetti's house door. The Brunetti family came and went through this front door, which every Brunetti fan can recognize, once you found it!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa di Santa Maria Maddalena

The headquarters of the radical animal protection organization Angelo Animale are located in this palazzo. Two masked figures flee from the side entrance and chase each other with the Commissario and his colleagues. While one of the two escapes, the other is caught and, to Brunetti's amazement, turns out to be his daughter Chiara.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Strada Nova

in this bar Signora Gismondi, the neighbour of the unpopular Signora Battestini, enjoys the last two balls of chocolate ice cream of her life.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cannaregio

After the Commissario has realized that his daughter is a member of the radical animal protection organization Angelo Animale, the two have a discussion in this pub. Due to the murder of Professor Nava, who was formerly employed in the slaughterhouse, Chiara's so-called animal angels are now the focus of the investigation.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rosa Salva - SS. Giovanni e Paolo

In this bar Vice-Questore Patta used to eat a couple of glasses of grappa too much in this bar. But Vianello also appreciates the bar because of the best café in town and the delicious croissants. The inspector treats himself to a panino prosciutto or a tramezzino with ham and artichoke with a glass of white wine
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo)

This is where Signora Maria's kiosk is located. She is well informed about the residents of your neighborhood and shows Brunetti the way to the American archaeologist Brett Lynch straight away.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa di San Francesco della Vigna

The tour ends in a place that we cannot miss. We reach the striking columned hall in a campo, through which the employees, visitors or delinquents in the films hurry to the Questura with the famous green door and a portal
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 an 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 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the In the footsteps of Commissario Brunetti by Donna Leon walking 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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  • Licensed Tour Guide (registration number 06000001)
  • Gratuities are at your discretion

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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 an 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 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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