Venice City Center Guided Walking Tour — Private
About this activity
Explore Venice’s historic center, Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto on a 2.5-hour private walking tour. See Rialto Bridge, quiet canals and hidden landmarks with an expert guide dedicated to your party of up to 12.
Highlights
- Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal trading history
- Cannaregio canals and quiet Venetian streets
- Jewish Ghetto founded in 1516
- Madonna dell’Orto and Tintoretto (seasonal entry)
- Palazzo Mastelli camel relief (exterior)
Full description
Explore Venice’s Rialto Bridge, Cannaregio and Jewish Ghetto with a private local guide on a 2.5-hour walking tour for your group. Madonna dell’Orto entry is seasonal. 5-hour private walking tour with an expert local guide dedicated to your party of up to 12 guests. Start among the city’s celebrated landmarks, including St Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge, then follow canals and narrow lanes into Cannaregio. See the camel relief on Palazzo Mastelli (exterior), the parapet-free Chiodo Bridge, the historic Ospedale Civile and the Jewish Ghetto, established in 1516.
Discover Venice beyond the busiest tourist routes on a 2.5-hour private walking tour with an expert local guide dedicated to your party of up to 12 guests. Start among the city’s celebrated landmarks, including St Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge, then follow canals and narrow lanes into Cannaregio. See the camel relief on Palazzo Mastelli (exterior), the parapet-free Chiodo Bridge, the historic Ospedale Civile and the Jewish Ghetto, established in 1516. When open from October through May, step inside Madonna dell’Orto to see works by Tintoretto, who is buried there; church entry is seasonal. Hear stories of Venetian trade, art, politics and local life while discovering a quieter side of the city. The tour runs rain or shine. Food and drinks, hotel pickup and drop-off, gratuities, and luggage or coat storage are not included. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour.
Included / Excluded
- Private walking tour for your party of up to 12 guests
- Professional expert local guide
- 2.5-hour guided walking tour
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Food and drinks are not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included
- Gratuities are optional and not included
- Luggage and coat storage are not included
Itinerary
St Mark’s Bell Tower — covered gallery corner meeting point
Meet at the covered gallery corner by St Mark’s Bell Tower opposite the basilica, next to the Rolex shop, 10 minutes early.
St Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge
See the exteriors of St Mark’s Basilica, the Campanile and Procuratie, then admire Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal views.
Meeting point
Start Location
St Mark’s Bell Tower — covered gallery corner meeting point
P.za San Marco, 41, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Meet at the covered gallery corner near St Mark’s Bell Tower, across from St Mark’s Basilica by the Rolex shop. Arrive 10 minutes early.
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Know before you book
- The walking tour lasts 2.5 hours and accommodates private parties of up to 12.
- Madonna dell’Orto entry is seasonal and available from October through May.
- The route covers exterior landmarks and neighborhoods, with church entry when open.
Know before you go
- Meet at the covered gallery corner by St Mark’s Bell Tower and Rolex, P.za San Marco 41.
- Wear comfortable shoes for the 2.5-hour walking tour.
- The tour runs rain or shine.
- Bring an ID or a photo of an ID. Avoid oversized bags; dress for the weather.
- It is across from the Basilica; arrive 10 minutes early.
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
Reviews
Absolutely amazing. Best guide EVER! From start to finish so much to see and learn. Our guide was a wealth of knowledge
Sergio es un excelente guía, conoce muy bien tema y es muy amable
Excellent guide. Knowledgeable about art history and chose prominent and interesting works to highlight in the tour.
Frequently asked questions
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Additional information
Meet your guide at the covered gallery corner near St Mark’s Bell Tower, opposite St Mark’s Basilica by the Rolex shop (Piazza San Marco 41, Venice), 10 minutes early. Bring an ID or a photo of an ID. The tour runs rain or shine. Church entry at Madonna dell’Orto is possible only when open from October through May.