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Hidden Venice Walking Tour

£18.54
£18.17
Why book this experience

  • See the Venice which most visitors never see
  • Your walking tour is led by an English speaking guide

Leave the hustle and bustle of the popular hot spots in Venice behind to discover a Venice that is not very well known, but equally enchanting. The colourful Rialto market, the prison where tax evaders served time, the red light district and the old houses of Venice are fascinating. Listen to engrossing stories as you walk through streets and narrow passageways of the city that has delighted millions of visitors.

Itinerary

Your English-speaking guide will be waiting for you at the top centre of the Rialto Bridge at 1130h (11.30am), from where you will start your walking tour.

Leave the hordes of tourists behind and discover the Venice of your dreams as you navigate a fascinating labyrinth of narrow alleyways punctuated by delicate bridges and enchanting canals.

Explore the lively and colourful market area of the Rialto and learn of the legend of the hunchback of San Giacomo. Pass by the old locandas, where the merchants would sojourn and encounter the famous Venetian courtesans in the old red light district of Venice, that is home to the notorious "Ponte delle Tette".

Enjoy a guided walk through a labyrinth of streets and narrow passageways in the old artisans quarters of Venice and listen to numerous stories of the illustrious merchants and their acts of cruelty. During this walk, you'll see some of the oldest houses in Venice, quaint picturesque bridges and palaces, an old prison for tax evaders and learn about how life used to be in Venice and how life is today for the modern day Venetians.

Visit the important Frari Church, hidden away in the San Polo district of the city, home to masterpieces of Titian & Bellini as well as an imposing funeral monument by Canova. The most important church in Venice after the Basilica of San Marco.

The tour ends at the Frari Church at around 1330h (1.30pm).

Last minute changes are free
  • Things can happen and your plans can change, therefore we have negotiated flexible amendment and cancellation policies. In most cases no fees apply for changing dates up to a day before travel. Also, we are one of the very few companies who will not charge you any admin/ processing fees for cancellations. In fact there is no charge at all for bookings cancelled a week in advance, for most of our products. Refer cancellation policy for more details.

Inclusions

English speaking local expert guide
Guided walking tour

Exclusions

Entrance to the Frari Church
Hotel pick up & drop off

Additional Info

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.
This tour can easily be taken by those arriving in Venice as part of a cruise. Most cruise companies offer water taxi transfers into St Marks Square (approx 10 minutes) from where you can take a pleasant 10 minute walk to the Rialto Bridge which is clearly signposted. Alternatively if you have more time and would like to explore the enchanting back streets of Venice you can walk in around 50 minutes.

Please Note

Your guide will be waiting for you at the top centre of the Rialto Bridge.
Please call the local activity operator at least 24 hours prior to the start of the tour to confirm the departure details.
Your tour guide will be holding a sign with the name of the tour written on it

Dos & Don'ts

Do wear comfortable footwear as a moderate amount of walking is involved in this tour.

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    Venice, Italy
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    Duration
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    2010:
    09 Feb - 09 Mar: Saturday
    14 Mar - 05 Apr: Sunday
    06 Apr - 06 May: Tuesday & Sunday
    07 May - 13 Jul: Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
    14 Jul - 20 Jul: Tuesday & Sunday
    21 Jul - 13 Sep: Sundays
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    2011:
    07 Feb - 10 Mar: Saturday
    13 Mar - 31 Mar: Sunday Except: 2010: 01 Jan - 08 Feb, 10 - 13 Mar, 19 - 31 Dec
    2011: 01 Jan - 06 Feb, 11 - 12 Mar
    Start time
    1130h (11:30am)
    Meeting point
    Hotel pick up not included. Meet your guide at the top centre of the Rialto Bridge.
    Ending point
    The tour ends at the Frari Church
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