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Venice: The Hidden Venice Tour

4.8(1,325 reviews)Instant confirmation

Duration

2 hours

Type

Group tour

Group size

Max 12

Languages

English

Why you'll love it

  • Live the real Venice with a local guide.
  • Discover the secrets of Venice.
  • Explore the most authentic districts of the city.
  • Walk through the alleys like a real local.
  • Get in touch with local people and immerge yourself in a magic atmosphere.
  • Get the best local suggestions from your guide.

About this experience

Visit the most authentic Venetian districts where life is completely different than the rest of the city. From Cannaregio, you will admire the city's small canals and many legends. The tour will take you back to 1400s. Learn about the stories of the Venetian Republic, full of secrets and mysteries. During this exciting walk, you will breathe a 100% local atmosphere, off the beaten tracks, and admire the real Venice with its locals and crafts.

The experience will bring you to Rialto Bridge, where your guide will show the old trade center from completely a different perspective. Last but not least, enjoy an insightful exploration of San Polo, where the oldest "mascareri" (creators of Carnival masks) are still working following the tradition of centuries ago. Hear about histories, legends and secrets from the Venetian eyes.

Know before you go

  • Check in 15 min before the departure at the meeting point.
  • We suggest to wear comfortable shoes because it's a 2 hours walking tour.

Useful information

What's included

  • ✓Private Local Guide. (English, French, Spanish, German)
  • ✓Walking Tour of the real hidden Venice.

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • ✕Food & beverages

Detailed information

Languages
English
€220per person
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The people who make it

Meet your local Venice guides

Our Venice experiences are led by people who've spent their lives here: licensed local guides who know every stone, every shortcut, and every story worth telling. They don't just show you around; they show you home.

Sofia

Sofia

  • Fifth-generation Venetian
  • Learned glassblowing on Murano as a teenager
  • Knows which bacaro has the best cicchetti at 6pm
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