Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comVenice Past and Present Walking Tour - St Mark's Square, Bridge of Sighs, Grand Canal and Rialto
based on Venice is an open-air museum and this external walk is a must for the first time visitor to Venice.
Hear the history of this enchanting city and discover this extraordinary architectural masterpiece with our informative guide. Learn how Venice lost out on the trade routes when the New World was discovered, leaving Venice medieval forever.
Away from the square you will enter into a labyrinth of narrow alleyways, and encounter La Fenice Opera House, then a concealed square by Fortuny Palace, a spectacular view of the Grand Canal, a beautiful Venetian folly "The Bovolo staircase" and finally Rialto bridge.
Listen to fascinating stories and learn how it is to live in this unique city today, and about the particular difficulties Venice has to face.
Tours are conducted in small groups (maximum 25 people) with an English-speaking guide who can personally cater to you so your visit to Venice is a special and unforgettable experience.
Venice Past and Present Walking Tour
March 17 to November 11
Daily Departure Point: Tour commences rear of the Bell Tower (Campanile) in the center of St Marks Square. The meeting point is easy to locate and your guide will be waiting for you. Departure Time:
Monday to Friday
11:15am
Saturday and Sunday
2:00pm
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- Infants aged 5 years and under are free of charge
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- English speaking guide
- Entrance to the Basilica
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Personalized small group and commentary (maximum 25 people)
- Optional gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Food and drink, unless specified
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
- Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking.
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
- Please be aware of the dress regulations required to enter places of worship. Knees and shoulders must be covered - no shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Inappropriate dressing may mean no entrance inside the churches.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as there is a moderate amount of walking on this tour.
- Rucksacks and large bags are not allowed inside the church.
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The guide was excellent, very patient, happy to answer any questions and she was lovely. Read more ›
Martin L, United States, March 2007
Very knowledgeable tour guide, really knew her stuff, great start for getting to grips with Venice - ... Read more ›
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