Venice City Center Guided Walking Tour — Semi-Private (12 Guests Max)
About this activity
Explore Venice’s historic center, Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto on a 2.5-hour semi-private walking tour. See Rialto Bridge, quiet canals and hidden landmarks with an expert guide, in a group 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 local guide on a 2.5-hour semi-private walking tour for up to 12 guests. Madonna dell’Orto entry is seasonal.
Discover Venice beyond the busiest tourist routes on a 2.5-hour semi-private walking tour with an expert local guide. The group is limited 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
- Semi-private guided walking tour; maximum 12 guests
- Professional local tour guide
- 2.5-hour 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.
Get directions →Important information
Know before you book
- Semi-private group size is limited to 12 guests.
- 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 near St Mark’s Bell Tower, across from St Mark’s Basilica by the Rolex shop, P.za San Marco 41. Arrive 10 minutes early.
- 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.
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
Reviews
We booked this tour to get as much as possible out of our time at The Met. What we didn’t know we were getting was a personalized experience full of captivating stories about the artists' lives and the people who brought the art to the museum. Robin was a wealth of knowledge and a highlight of our trip to New York!
Spent a great day with Charlie he was very engaging and shared lots of information and entertaining stories with us. He took great care of us and we would recommend him for any future tours.
Mark, tour guide for the Metropolitan Museum is an outstanding teacher: engaging; entertaining; professional; personable; experienced and deeply knowledgeable as a result of a lifelong passion and relationship with the Met. He loves what he does and cares deeply about sharing his knowledge and insight to spark curiosity and inspire his clients--his students--to understand context and meaning of each piece or work of art reviewed. My wife, a retired professor emeritas and myself both left thoroughly impressed and grateful to have been taught by best and most captivating guides we have had the privilege of meeting on one of our many travels and adventures. Hire the best. Hire Mark. Worth every penny and every minute of your time you can afford at the Met. Like us, you will look forward to coming back for another teaching session from Mark. In my case, hopefully we will be back on my birthday next year! (Thanks again Mark!)
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.