Dorsoduro District Private Walking Tour

Meet your private guide in Campo Santo Stefano in Venice’s Dorsoduro district in time for a 9.30am or 2.30pm departure. Set out to explore the historic neighborhood, located between the Grand Canal and the Giudecca Canal, and listen as your guide points out the many architectural highlights.

Cross the Ponte dell’Accademia and admire the grand façade of the Galleria dell’Accademia, one of Venice’s most important art museums. Continue through Fondamenta le Zattere to the Chiesa dei Gesuati, a magnificent 18th-century Dominican church, and see the Peggy Guggenheim Modern Art Collection, where highlights including works by Picasso and Dalí.

Hear stories about the notorious Dario family as you pass Palazzo Ca’Dario and admire the Baroque Church of Maria della Salute, then pay a visit to the Fondamenta degli Incurabili, now home to the Venice Academy of Fine Arts. 

After three hours exploring the district, your tour ends back at the starting point.

• Meet your private guide in Campo Santo Stefano in Venice’s Dorsoduro district in time for a 9.30am or 2.30pm departure. Set out to explore the historic neighborhood, located between the Grand Canal and the Giudecca Canal, and listen as your guide points out the many architectural highlights. Cross the Ponte dell’Accademia and admire the grand façade of the Galleria dell’Accademia, one of Venice’s most important art museums. Continue through Fondamenta le Zattere to the Chiesa dei Gesuati, a magnificent 18th-century Dominican church, and see the Peggy Guggenheim Modern Art Collection, where highlights including works by Picasso and Dalí. Hear stories about the notorious Dario family as you pass Palazzo Ca’Dario and admire the Baroque Church of Maria della Salute, then pay a visit to the Fondamenta degli Incurabili, now home to the Venice Academy of Fine Arts.  After three hours exploring the district, your tour ends back at the starting point.

Dorsoduro is one of the six districts of Venice, whose name translates as “hard bridge” from Italian, due to the area's relatively high terrain. 

It's a district of life and light, the Southwestern part of Venice, wedged between the Grand Canal and the Giudecca Canal. This tour is away from the busy city centre, but focused on the hidden alleys, canals, bridges and cultural venues, including Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Campo Santo Stefano.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate