Welcome! Venice Sightseeing kickstart Tour with local guide, small group
Overview
We'll start our tour from the historical Rialto area, defined by historians "the Wall Street of Europe in the Middle Ages". We'll discover the secrets of Rialto and I'll unveil the venetian point of view about the Rialto bridge and its spectacular view on the Grand Canal. We'll discover why masks and Carnival are so important in Venice and then away from the crowds, we will take a walk to discover the unique layout of the city: bridges, fancy private palaces, narrow alleyways, large and small campi(our squares), elaborate stone well heads. Finally we'll reach the most beautiful square of the world, Piazza San Marco, to see the famous architectures (the Doges' Palace, Sansovino Library, the Bridge of Sighs, the Bell Tower, Procuratie) only outside. Here I will share with you some secrets and details that generally people don’t notice.
If you are a curious traveller and it's your first time in Venice for sure you'd like to have answers to all these questions:
Why was Venice built on water? When was Venice built? Why does St. Mark's Church look so Oriental? Is Venice sinking?
I will lead you through the millennium of life of the Serenissima Republic. So, let's discover the past full of charm of this unique city and its intriguing present.
What's Included
- Unique view of the Rialto bridge
- Many tips and suggestion for your stay in Venice
- Visit to the historical area of Rialto
- photo stops
- A great lover of Venice for helping you to fall in love with the city on the water
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Campo San Polo
30125 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
We will end the tour in the iconic St. Mark's Square after enjoying the view of the most important monuments
What To Expect
Rio Terà de le Carampane
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Polo
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mercati di Rialto
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Canal Grande
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ponte di Rialto
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Marco
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Canal Grande
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza San Marco
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Welcome! Venice Sightseeing kickstart Tour with local guide, small group?
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
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Activity code: C-119707P4
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