- Address: Ponte di Rialto, Venice 30125, Italy
- Hours: Open every day, 24 hours a day.
- Admission: Free
Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto)
Rialto Bridge or Ponte di Rialto was the city's first bridge over the Grand Canal. Connecting the highest points on the lagoon islands settlement, the first bridge was built in 1180 and this more solid marble one in 1588-92. The bridge is an elegant arch with steps and shops, a mass of water traffic passing underneath, and huge numbers of tourists and Venetians heading across it.
The area around the bridge was, and still is, full of important city functions. Nearby are the city's markets: the fresh produce and the fish market. They have been there for 700 years. This area was also where the first banks were established, where the traders who made Venice rich set sail from and sold their goods on return, where courts met, prisoners were held and punished, and new laws were declared.
Practical Info
The Rialto Bridge is halfway along the Grand Canal. Vaporetto (ferries) 1, 4, 82 and N call there; stop: Rialto. As you walk through Venice's confusing maze of streets, look up and on the walls at regular intervals will be painted arrows pointing to Rialto.
Tours & Tickets
Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride
Enjoy a walking tour of the city to discover its treasures nestled amid charming squares, bridges and narrow streets and then hop aboard a classic Venetian ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Venice Gondola Ride and Serenade
Waft by the beautiful sights of Venice on a 35-minute shared gondola ride and enjoy a serenade, too. Select an afternoon or evening trip, be welcomed aboard ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 35 minutes (approx.)
Venice Tour Including Gondola Ride
Explore romantic Venice by daytime or night, and see a selection of the city's gems! During a relaxing walking tour, pass top Venice attractions such as Rialto ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Small Group Venice In a Day with Basilica San Marco and Doges Palace plus Gondola Ride
If you only have a short time to explore Venice this tour is your perfect all-inclusive ticket to the top attractions of the city. Follow one of the expert, ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Doge's Palace, Unusual Venice and Gondola Ride Tour
Admire Venice from the land and water on a fascinating combo tour that includes a guided visit of the Doge's Palace, an unusual walk through the lesser-known ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Welcome to Venice Small Group Walking Tour with Basilica San Marco and Gondola Ride
If you’ve always wanted to explore enchanting Venice on foot and from the water, the Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride is the perfect introduction ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Private Tour: Venice Grand Canal Evening Boat Tour
Take a romantic evening cruise along Venice's canals aboard a modern Venetian boat. This evening tour by comfortable boat takes you along Venice's famous Grand ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 1 or 2 hours
Venice Full-day Tour from Lake Garda
Enjoy a guided visit to discover the most romantic city in the world. Sightsee with a tour escort into the heart of Venice. During this excursion you will be ... Read more
Location: Garda, Italy
Duration: 11 hours (approx.)
Hidden Venice Walking Tour
A relaxing afternoon walking tour with an expert guide to discover some unusual areas of Venice, located off the beaten track. Enjoy a fascinating stroll from ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
Venice for Kids: Family-Friendly Small-Group Walking Tour
Introduce your kids to the beauty of Venice on a 2-hour family friendly walking tour that won’t leave them bored. Take an interactive guided itinerary that ... Read more
Location: Venice, Italy
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
