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Venice’s most iconic landmarks with hidden historical gems, all guided by a local expert. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Doge’s Palace and explore its grand halls, secret prisons, and the legendary Bridge of Sighs.
Walk through the heart of Venice—from Piazza San Marco to Marco Polo’s neighborhood—while uncovering stories of power, art, and adventure.
With a perfect blend of history, architecture, and culture, this tour offers a rich, immersive experience that brings Venice’s fascinating past to life in a seamless, hassle-free way.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet your guide in front of the wooden souvenir kiosk, just behind the Correr Museum in Piazza San Marco, next to the entrance to the post office.
Itinerary
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Discover the best of Venice in one unforgettable experience combining a professionally guided city walking tour with priority access to the majestic Doge’s Palace. This engaging and informative tour is ideal for first-time visitors and history lovers who want to dive deeper into the unique story of Venice, uncovering its artistic, political, and architectural wonders. Your journey begins in the heart of Venice—Piazza San Marco, one of the most famous and photographed squares in the world. Led by an expert local guide, you’ll explore the rich symbolism and stories behind its most iconic monuments. Learn about the dazzling St. Mark’s Basilica with its golden domes, ornate mosaics, and bronze horses stolen from Constantinople. Your guide will explain their origin and cultural meaning, all from the exterior, offering incredible photo opportunities and storytelling.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You’ll also hear about the Campanile (Bell Tower) and the Procuratie, which once served as governmental and commercial buildings, forming the backbone of the Venetian Republic’s administrative life. This square once served as a center of public life, religious rituals, and international diplomacy. Continue the walking tour through the narrow alleyways and wide campos of Venice to Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, a massive Gothic church often called the “Pantheon of Venice” for its many doges buried inside. Alongside, you’ll view the Scuola Grande di San Marco—a Renaissance masterpiece that reflects the charitable and artistic culture of the Venetian Republic.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. All customers must be able to autonomously walk, climb and get off the steps
- Due to recent safety concerns, some lines to enter the Doge's Palace may occur even for skip-the-line ticket holders
- For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Palace
- The walking tour does not include entrance to the main sites and will completely take place outside (only external comments of the various sites will be provided)
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. All customers must be able to autonomously walk, climb and get off the steps
- Due to recent safety concerns, some lines to enter the Doge's Palace may occur even for skip-the-line ticket holders
- For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Palace
- The walking tour does not include entrance to the main sites and will completely take place outside (only external comments of the various sites will be provided)
- The tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of religious functions (in these cases it can be rearranged or refunded)
- This tour does not include entrance to the main sites and will completely take place outside (only external comments of the various sites will be provided)
- Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of two guests to run.
- Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled.
- Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund..
- There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, in the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Please note that the 09:00 AM tour includes the guided city walking tour. The Doge's Palace guided tour will take place at 11:45 AM from the same meeting point. Make sure to return to the meeting location on time for the Doge's Palace tour.
- Please note that customers suffering from claustrophobia, vertigo of cardio-respiratory disorders, pregnant women and Children under 6 are not allowed on this tour.
- Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. All customers must be able to autonomously walk, climb and get off the steps.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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 experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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