Venice Rialto Market & Frari Church Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the bustling Rialto Market
- Wander through the historic San Polo district
- Admire art in Frari Church
- Discover Venice's rich history
- Experience authentic Venetian culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Rialto Market
- Visit to San Polo district
- Entrance to Frari Church
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: The meeting and the end point of this private tour is in Campo San Luca located between St. Mark's Square and Rialto area.
San polo is a quiet Square where you can have a taste of the authentic side of Venice.
Rialto market is one of the most authentic parts of the city: it sells fresh fish, vegetables and fruit that Venetians buy everyday for their homes.
Rialto was the commercial heart of the ancient Republic of Venice. Discover the history of one of the most iconic symbols of Venice.
Campo San Giacomo di Rialto is located next to Rialto Bridge. Its church is said to be the oldest one in the city of Venice.
Frari's gothic Church is one of the most majestic buildings in the city. Inside you'll see exquisite artworks by Titian and Bellini, as well as an imposing funeral monument by Canova.
Meeting point
Start Location
Bucintoro Viaggi, Calle Minelli, 4267/A, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in all weather conditions
- Photography is allowed inside Frari Church
- Children under 6 can join for free
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a bottle of water
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- On Sunday mornings it is not possible to enter any of the visited churches due to religious functions taking place. Rialto Market is closed every Sunday and Monday. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued
- If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates. For more information, including details about exemptions and the specific dates when the fee applies.
Traveler reviews
Great walking tour of many areas of Venice
Barbara gave my friend and me a terrific tour that covered many areas of Venice, not just Rialto, San Polo, and I Frari. Because there were only two of us on the tour, it was tailored to us. Barbara knows Venice inside-out and was easily able to answer all our questions. Just to note: tour guides in Venice who provide outside tours are not permitted to provide inside tours. Therefore, this tour did not provide detailed information on the inside of i Frari. This is not a criticism of Barbara; it’s just how it apparently works here in Venice.
Really enjoyed this tour, even though...
<p>Really enjoyed this tour, even though we had terrible weather. Our guide was great!</p>
Our guide was great and very...
<p>Our guide was great and very knowledgeable about Venice. Told us all the history as well as was very friendly and held great conversation!</p>
Our guide, Massimo, was simply...
<p>Our guide, Massimo, was simply wonderful: prompt, personable, knowledgeable and flexible, adapting to what we had already visited and leading us to interesting parts of Venice, that we would never have found on our own. Full marks for him.</p>
Maria was great. Knew her stuff...
<p>Maria was great. Knew her stuff. Showed us around while avoiding the huge crowds that swarmed for the festival. Then made sure to escort us to people mover and tell us how to get back to ship.. thoroughly enjoyed this tour.</p>