3-Hour Guided Tour of History, Art and Legends in Venice

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia

  The first stop and meeting place is the train station. The station, like every city place, has a particular and fascinating history. In fact, it stands on the remains of a female convent and offers a perfect introduction to the city. In fact, from here we will begin to understand the layout of Venice and how to get around the city by vaporetto.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  Very close to the station there is a fascinating and mysterious church. One of Baldassarre Longhena's masterpieces and considered a national monument, a magnificent example of Baroque art.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Palazzo Labia

  One of the most famous buildings in the city. Located in the Spanish quarter, now the regional headquarters of RAI, it was the site of great parties and social events. It is periodically open to the public to show Tiepolo's masterpieces.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Ponte di Rialto

  One of the symbols of the city, the oldest bridge to cross the Grand Canal. Architectural masterpiece offers a total overview of the history of Venice: here we will talk about the market, art, trade, goldsmithing and there will be the opportunity to take unforgettable photographs.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Piazza San Marco

  The most famous place in Venice. Each corner deserves a very long description. Nicknamed "the most beautiful living room in the world", the square of San Marco is the liveliest and most cheerful place in the city with its treasures, the famous basilica, the bell tower, the Doge's palace and the clock tower. We will not only see the most famous and photographed places but, also, we will find hidden treasures from the sight of many tourists.

  40 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Monument that introduces the sestiere of Santa Croce, more than a building it is a compendium of art history including multiple styles. Napoleon was also fascinated by it.

  Admission ticket free
• 6

  Monument to one of the most important figures in Venice. Paolo Sarpi was a man of great intellect. Theologian, mathematician, scientist, man of letters, historian and doctor. A very important character for his political influence that will make anyone understand the spirit of the Venetians well.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca' d'Oro

  As the name implies, the facade was originally decorated with the most precious metal. Today it is the seat of the Franchetti Gallery which includes works by Mantegna, Tiziano, Carpaccio and other great masters.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 8
  Basilica di San Marco

  One of the most famous churches in the world. Only the facade is the most photographed place in Venice. Here, among the magnificent mosaics that tell the story of the relics of San Marco, between the majestic Porta della Carta with its allegories, the imposing equestrian statues, tourists will be able to understand why Venice is so loved in the world.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Doge's Palace

  The Venetian Doge's Palace is the political center of the city. Only by looking at the façade, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic, will we understand the power and wealth of the lagoon city. Today, home to the art gallery which includes priceless masterpieces, it is a must for any visitor.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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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