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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Discover Venice on a private walking tour with a licensed local guide, combining iconic highlights with hidden streets and authentic neighborhoods away from the crowds. Starting near the historic Rialto area, explore lively markets, picturesque canals and quiet squares while learning how Venice became one of the world’s greatest maritime powers.
Walk through lesser-known districts beyond the busiest tourist routes, pass the area traditionally associated with Marco Polo’s house and visit Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, one of Venice’s most impressive historic squares. Along the way, enjoy external views of important landmarks while discovering stories about Venice’s history, traditions and everyday life.
Unlike large group tours, this private experience allows you to explore Venice at a relaxed pace with personalized commentary and time for questions. An optional break at a local café offers a chance to experience Venice more slowly before ending in magnificent St Mark’s Square.
What's included
Licensed local tour guide
Private walking tour
Personalized itinerary
Local insights and recommendations
Food and drinks
Entrance fees to museums or attractions
Hotel pick-up outside Venice historic center
Transportation
What to expect
Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto
10m
Meet your licensed local guide near one of Venice’s oldest churches and discover how the city was born as a powerful trading center. This introduction provides historical context and orientation before exploring the authentic heart of Venice
Mercati di Rialto
15m
Explore the lively Rialto Market area, where Venetians have traded fresh fish and produce for centuries. Learn about daily life, local traditions and Venice’s long-standing connection with international commerce.
Ponte di Rialto
10m
Stop at the iconic Rialto Bridge to admire stunning views over the Grand Canal while discovering the history of Venice’s most famous commercial crossing.
Casa di Marco Polo
10m
Pass by the area traditionally associated with Marco Polo’s house and hear the story of Venice’s most famous traveler and merchant explorer. This stop offers insight into Venice’s role as a global crossroads connecting East and West during the medieval period.
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo
30m
Walk through quiet backstreets and hidden squares away from the crowds, discovering authentic neighborhoods, local stories and lesser-known corners that reveal Venice beyond the main tourist routes.
Visit one of Venice’s most impressive squares, surrounded by historic buildings and connected to the city’s political and religious history, including the resting place of many Venetian Doges.
Libreria Acqua alta
15m
Enjoy a short stop at the famous Libreria Acqua Alta, a unique Venetian bookstore known for its creative solutions to high water and charming atmosphere.
Tiramisu - I Tre Mercanti
20m
Optional free time at a local café. Food and drinks are not included.
Piazza San Marco
25m · Admission ticket not included
Introduction to St Mark’s Square with external visits of St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. End your experience in Venice’s most magnificent square while discovering the history and symbolism of its iconic landmarks.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In front of the church, near the fountain
End point
St Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco), near St Mark’s Basilica.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
