Venice Ghost Stories Walking Tour
From€35
1h 30m
Venice, Italy
About this activity
Join a 1.5-hour walking tour through Venice's haunted sites, uncovering local legends and ghost stories in hidden locations.
Highlights
- Discover Venice's haunted sites
- Hear tales of local legends
- Explore hidden, lesser-known locations
- Experience the city's eerie atmosphere
- Learn about Venice's rich history
Full description
Step into the mysterious side of Venice on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Led by an expert guide, you'll explore the city's haunted sites, hear tales of local legends, and visit hidden locations that reveal the eerie atmosphere of Venice's rich history. This tour offers a unique perspective on the city's past, combining history with the thrill of the unknown. Perfect for those seeking an adventure off the beaten path, this experience will leave you with unforgettable memories and a new appreciation for Venice's enigmatic charm.
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Venice's haunted sites
- Stories of local legends and ghost tales
- Visit to hidden and lesser-known locations
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Itinerary
1
Here's where you'll meet you ghost and legends guide in the middle of the square by the statue.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2
Discover the amazing architecture of Contarini Palace with its spiral staricase known as "Bovolo" (Venetian word that means snails) and elarn about its legend.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Many ghost stories refers to palaces, some of them now converted in hotels and our guide will entertain you with many stories and anecdotes related to people that have lived in here.
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
Pass by: We go down this small alley, called Rio' Tera' degli Assassini (the street of the murderers), perfect setting for the many "scary" stories that took place in this secret corner of Venice.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
Stop by this hidden away little square where the guide will narrate some truesome stories about a butcher family that lived here.....
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6
Stop by a famous hotel where many weird things and facts happened long ago; the guide will entertain you with the ghosts of the past that are still present here.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7
stop by a casino of venice, where ladies and gentlemens would hide away to entertain themselves and via secret doors would escape from indicrete eyes. Your guide will entertain with nice metropolitan lengeds of the past.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8
Your tour will end in the vicinity of the Rialto bridge.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; proficiency is recommended.
- The meeting point is centrally located; plan your arrival accordingly.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater, as evenings can be cool.
- Ensure your mobile device is fully charged for photos.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Please make sure to check your email prior departure.
- During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions.
- Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves walking.
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Traveler reviews
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Venice Legends!
This was a fun night in Venice! Our guide Annalisa brought legends and history to life as we explored Venice.
Elizabeth_GMar 10, 2026VIATOR
Ghost Tour
Valentin was very knowledgeable and led a very fun and spooky experience through Venice! So many parts of Venice that we hadn’t seen before
Steven_SOct 9, 2025VIATOR
Absolutely brilliant!
We had an absolutely amazing time! There was five of us and we all fell in love with the stories and Venice! Was probably one of the best things we did in Venice! Highly recommend!
Noor_SOct 4, 2025VIATOR
weird tales of venice
This was a great tour around some of the darker aspects of Venice's history; exemplified by some of the sites and stories, legends and anecdotes that our guide (Annalisa) offered. Expertly guided, entertaining throughout... would recommend!
SCMVISep 21, 2025TRIPADVISOR
Fun and Informative your. Highly recommend
Valentine was a great tour guide. You can tell he really loves this city and he’s a great storyteller. Great time! Loved it!
wellspeakeSep 11, 2025TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Please make sure to check your email prior departure.
During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions.
Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves walking.
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it