Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy
Enjoy the introduction to Venice history and culture with our local expert English-speaking guide
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, San Marco, 328, 30124 Venice Italy
Enter in St. Mark's Basilica for an in-depth tour of the famous Basilica
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Castello, Venice Italy
Pass by the famous Campo to admire the Renaissance church of Santa Maria Formosa
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Calle del Paradiso, Venice Italy
Our guide will lead you through a typical Venetian "calle" alley where you can admire examples of Byzantine and Gothic architecture that make Venice so unique
Pass By: Ponte di Rialto, Ruga degli Orefici (Rialto) San Polo, 30125 Venice Italy
During your boat tour pass near the Rialto Bridge where your guide will give you full explanation about the merchant life in the Venetian Golden Age
Stop At: Canal Grande, 30100 Venice Italy
In the afternoon, travel along the Grand Canal for 1 hour with a group of max 89 people per boat
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Castello, Castello, Veneto
On the grand canal boat tour pass by Campo San Giovanni and Paolo and back canals in Castello district.
Pass By: Cannaregio, 30121 Venice Italy
On the Grand Canal boat tour pass by the enchanting back canals of the Cannaregio district. Lively campos and churches will pass by you as you glide through the canals.
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Giardini Reali, P.za San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
3 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Tour is not suitable for people in wheelchairs or with walking difficulties as passengers are required to step down onto the boat when boarding. The variation of the level of tides can make the vessel unstable
Occasionally the Basilica may be closed to the public (without prior notice) because of festivities, religious functions or high water. The guide will provide explanation from outside.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
In case of high water, St Mark’s Basilica Skip-the-line entrance will remain closed
Visits to St Mark's Basilica may be subject to restrictions. Depending on the situation on the day of the tour the itinerary may be amended to offer you the best experience possible.
Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance to St Mark's Basilica is compulsory from April to October due to high number of visitors. St Mark’s Basilica does not offer a fast entry service to anyone in other periods considered off peak season. No refund is due when skip-the-line reservation isn't required.
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 experience 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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Posted By : Bruce B
Amazing tour. Ariana Livato was an amazing guide and we learned a lot while having great fun. The church was a highlight for me.
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Posted On : 2024-05-03
Posted By : Cheryl_H
This was a wonderful tour of beautiful sites with a knowledge Tour Guide. Our Guide was local and has done tours for 24 years. We learned so much from her. It was worth every $$.
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Posted On : 2024-04-27
Posted By : Navigate15599472789
Our guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about Venice. The Basilica was incredible, there are no words to describe. I would highly recommend this company.
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Posted On : 2024-04-20
Posted By : Climber45211143295
Lorenzo was very knowledgeable in regards to the tour we took at St Marks. He had an easy to understand information in regards to all the specific work throughout the Church and showed pictures to us when we were unable to see the tile
work within the dome. We were very pleased with his guided tour
Thank you
The Shubin’s
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Posted On : 2024-04-20
Posted By : W9930AZmichellel
Our guide, Ketty, was fantastic! We learned so much! She was exceptional! Her stories were vivid and brought us back in time to the origination of Venice!
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Posted On : 2024-04-19
Posted By : kevinrS3102AO
Very knowledgeable and explained much of the great history of Venice. Saw much of the inside of the Doge Palace with beautiful paintings and architecture.
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Posted On : 2024-04-18
Posted By : loud998
Excellent experience. Knowledgeable guide and very pleasant demeanor. Highly recommend on any itinerary. Lorenzo, our guide, was exceptional
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Posted On : 2024-04-18
Posted By : Stacy_E
Great overview of the city and history. Loved the boat tour. Awe-inspired by the church. Guide did a great job keeping my 11 year old engaged and have great tips for us to make our train back to Florence in time. Highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-04-09
Posted By : charliewU3810FP
Ariana was wonderful. Very intelligent and informative! Loved it! This was such a great tour. Totally worth it. The boat ride was perfect
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Posted On : 2024-04-06
Posted By : ashleypI4933LX
This was an amazing tour. Arianna was a great tour guide! Highly recommend! I learned a lot about Venice and I would definitely do it again!
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Posted On : 2024-04-06
