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The Dark Side of Venice: Mysteries and Legends

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Overview

Discover the supernatural side of Dorsoduro district learning about its legends and mysteries.Starting from Accademia Bridge you will be dropped in fantastic stories. Crossing The Bridge of Wonders,your guide will tell you the incredible legend of the 7 sisters who lived there.Then pass by San Trovaro Squero, where gondolas are usually built and repaired.Wrapped in the moonlight you will walk along the wonderful Zatter pavement which head to the Hospital for the Incurables which today hosts the Academy of Fine Arts. Let's find out the most mysterious and scaring building of the city, CA Dario, “the palace that kills”, hiding inside the truth about unpleasent events happened to the owners first owners who found death there!Last stop will be Santa Maria della Salute Church, whose dome is visible from all over the city located at Punta della Dogana, famous for its singular pointed shape that reminds the bow of ships and from where you can enjoy one of the most amazing views of the City.

What's Included

  • Pick up from designed meeting point
  • English Speaking Local guide
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Campo Santo Stefano
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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

End point

Dorsoduro
30123 Venezia VE, Italy

What To Expect

Dorsoduro / Accademia

While crossing the “Ponte delle Meraviglie”, The Bridge of Wonders,very close to the Academia Galleries , your guide will tell you the incredible legend of the 7 sisters who lived here long time ago
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Squero di San Trovaso

The classic wooden shipyard where gondolas were built and repaired .
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fondamenta Zattere

Wrapped in the moonlight you will walk along the wonderful Zattere pavement which head to Hospital for the Incurable, built to give hospitality to people suffering from what was then called the French disease: syphilis, today it hosts the Academy of Fine Arts.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palazzo Dario

“the palace that kills”, currently closed to the public, which hold too many unpleasent events of his first owner and all the ones who came after him and found death!
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute

Last stop will be Santa Maria della Salute chuch, considered one of the most beautiful churches of the City whose dome is visible from all over the city
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Punta della Dogana

Famous for its singular pointed shape that reminds the bow of ships and from where you can enjoy one of the most amazing views of the City.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Dark Side of Venice: Mysteries and Legends?

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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  • English Speaking Local guide
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off

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
  • 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

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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.

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