Welcome to Venice: Walking Tour, St. Mark's Basilica & Gondola Ride

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Highlights

  • Learn the secrets and history of the Rialto Bridge.

  • Row down the hidden canals of Venice in a gondola.

  • See the Rialto Market and learn about Venetian cuisine.

  • Discover the house where Marco Polo lived.

  • Pause to admire St. Mark’s Basilica (from the outside).

Summary

Learn the history of Venice on a small group walking tour, passing famous monuments like St. Mark’s Basilica, and finally enjoy a gondola ride down some of the enchanting canals of the city center. 

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
20
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€74.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€69.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
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Commentary
English

Why take this tour?

A first-timer to Venice, or don’t know where to begin your explorations? Over the course of this small-group tour, experience many of the city’s top highlights: see the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square on a guided city walk plus enjoy a relaxing gondola ride. You also explore areas of the city that many tour groups miss, from the sestiere of Cannaregio to the Rialto Fish Market. 

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What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Expertly guided walking tour

  • Gondola Ride

  • Headset

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

  • Guide (during gondola ride)

  • Ticket to St. Mark's Basilica

Things to know

Before you book

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

  • During times of high tides, flooding, or heavy rain, the gondola ride may be substituted for another experience.

  • The Rialto Fish Market is closed on Sundays.

  • This tour is in English.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • Large bags, trolleys and backpacks cannot be accommodated on this tour.

Before you go

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

  • During times of high tides, flooding, or heavy rain, the gondola ride may be substituted for another experience.

  • Large bags, trolleys and backpacks cannot be accommodated on this tour.

  • The Rialto Fish Market is closed on Sundays.

  • Appropriate footware is advised.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. You have the option of online tipping through the QR code that your guide will show at the end of the tour.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

Pricing

PRICING VALID FOR JUNE 1ST - JUNE 30TH 2024

Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€89.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€85.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00

PRICING VALID FOR HIGH SEASON MONTHS

Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€79.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€75.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00

PRICING VALID FOR LOW SEASON MONTHS

Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€74.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€69.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
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About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

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