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Public Tour: An Ancient Stroll around Venetian Canals

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St. Mark's Square
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Overview

A walk through the most characteristic and important places for the history of Venice through the millennium of life of the Serenissima Republic, recalling the past full of charm of this unique city.

What's Included

  • Skip the line ticket
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Calle larga de l'Ascension
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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

End point

Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

After the visit of the St. Mark's basilica the tour is ended.

What To Expect

Piazza San Marco

Description origins, history and description of the main monuments from outside: Basilica San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Bell Tower, Clock Tower and Procuratie.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Campo Santa Maria Formosa

History and anecdotes related to this wonderful and characteristic square
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo

The "Doge’s Pantheon", the Great School of Charity, the Captains of Fortune
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa di Marco Polo

Near Malibran Theatre. Anecdotes, past and recent history cross each other in this beautiful corner of Venice
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gondola Danieli

Board a gondola for a tour along the Grand Canal and minor canals
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Scala Contarini del Bovolo

See this unique spiral staircase hidden in a beautiful corner of Venice
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Teatro La Fenice (Pass By)

Description of the most beautiful theatre in Venice
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Ponte di Rialto (Pass By)

View of the most famous bridge in Venice, don't miss to take a picture!
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Basilica di San Marco

One of the most majestic cathedrals of the world! Enjoy the visit of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, unique of its kind in Italy. Have the pleasure to savor beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, sitting comfortably while our guide will show the represented biblical scenes, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour is not guaranteed with adverse weather conditions
  • A gondola can accommodate 5 people only
  • The duration of the tour is 3:45 hours total: the walking tour starts at 9 ending at 12:15, St. Mark's Basilica tour starts at 10:45 ending one hour and 15 mins later; gondola ride is scheduled at 15:00 ending at 15:30

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Public Tour: An Ancient Stroll around Venetian Canals?

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 Public Tour: An Ancient Stroll around Venetian Canals?
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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?
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The following is included:
  • Skip the line ticket.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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 Public Tour: An Ancient Stroll around Venetian Canals is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Public Tour: An Ancient Stroll around Venetian Canals 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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  • Skip the line ticket
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Proper clothing (no shorts or tank tops) is required while visiting the basilica
  • For security reasons backpacks are not allowed
  • The tour is not guaranteed with adverse weather conditions
  • A gondola can accommodate 5 people only
  • The duration of the tour is 3:45 hours total: the walking tour starts at 9 ending at 12:15, St. Mark's Basilica tour starts at 10:45 ending one hour and 15 mins later; gondola ride is scheduled at 15:00 ending at 15:30
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 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.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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