Very informative. Easy to book. Easy pace ending in St Marks square. We would book again with the same tour guide
Day Trips
Sightseeing
Italy - Venice and Veneto
Venice City Highlights 2 hour Walking Guided Tour
(47 reviews)
Join this Venice Must-See Tour and explore the city’s iconic landmarks with a local guide. Discover St. Mark’s Basilica, the Rialto Bridge, and more while learning about Venice's rich history.
Tour Features
Local Guide
Certified Official Guide
Tour Languages
English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
Duration
2 hours (approx.)
Tour Size Options
Small Group (up to 14 ppl)
Itinerary
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The Church of San Pantalon is renowned for its awe-inspiring ceiling, which features the largest canvas painting in the world, "The Martyrdom of St. Pantalon" by Giovanni Antonio Fumiani. The church is also notable for its incomplete façade, offering a glimpse into the unfinished architectural ambitions of the time. This hidden gem is a must-see for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
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Tour Details
Full Description
Discover both hidden gems and iconic landmarks on this immersive walking tour of Venice. Your expert guide will take you off the beaten path to explore lesser-known spots, starting in the charming Dorsoduro district, home to the city's university. Along the way, uncover the rich history of Venice at key locations such as the Rialto Bridge and Marco Polo’s residence. Continue your journey through Campo San Giovanni e Paolo before reaching the grand Piazza San Marco. Choose between a small group experience or upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized adventure.
What is Included
- Included:
- Included: Expert Local Guide
- Included: Small Group Walking Tour Not included:
- Not included: Gratuities
Important Information
- 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
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No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Meeting Point
The tour starts at Campo San Pantalon, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy. View on Google Maps
Reviews
Rating: 5 / 5
Based on 47 reviews
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timothy F. — United States -
PATRICIA N. — United States Our tour guide was wonderful and sooo knowledgable. She gave us so much history of how Venice was built, lots of explanations of the meanings of the paintings in the Doge, and St Marks, it was great. She really made an effort to include my mom, getting down by her wheelchair to explain things, I would highly recommend!
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Kym Kym D. — United Kingdom Our guide was happy and a delight to be with. She had a lot of knowledge to share and made the whole experience an enjoyable one.
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BILLIE J. — Ireland This tour was interesting and informative. We walked many places off the beaten path that we would have never seen otherwise. The unusual local lore and history was really fun to learn about. We found it a wonderful way to view this most unique city.