Tours/Venice/Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown
Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown
3.1(69)Venice1h 30min
VIATOR3.1(43)TRIPADVISOR3.2(26)
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At a glance
Duration
1h 30min
Price from
$31 / person
Location
Venice, Italy
Rating
3.1 / 5 · 69 reviews
Languages
EN, FR
Group
Small group, up to 30
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Bucintoro Viaggi
Meeting point
Alilaguna ticket office is located at San Marco Giardinetti vaporetto stop, in front of Illy Caffè next to the Royal Gardens.Please don't look for Alilaguna office on Google maps.Strictly requested to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour.
Description
When the sun goes down and the night falls, let yourself to be transported back in time and immersed in the mysterious and secret world of Venice. Discover unsolved enigmas, compelling legends, and thrilling stories passed down through generations of Venetians.
Our evocative journey, balanced between myth and reality, will introduce you to the most obscure and fascinating aspects of the city. An expert guide will lead you through silent hallways and deserted squares, sharing captivating stories and highlighting places that have witnessed curious tales and unexplained events.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 22
Adult (ages 6+)
$31
Infant (ages 0–5)
Free
In demand: 4 of the next 11 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Tour Options
Ghost tour summer
Summer schedule
Itinerary
Pass by
Bacino Orseolo is one of the main Gondola stop in Venice, right behind St. Mark's Square.
Piazza San Marco
5 min
First stop is St. Mark's Square to discover the legends of one of the most famous squares in Europe
Torre dell'Orologio
5 min
You will pass under the Clock Tower and head towards Mercerie S.Zulian
Merceria
Pass by
You will go by Merceria S.Zulian, the street of high-end fashion
Chiesa di Santa Maria della Fava
15 min
Campo della Fava, located close to Rialto, hides many great legends.
Casa di Marco Polo
10 min
We will see from the outside the place where the legendary Marco Polo used to live in Venice. We all know his story: but what about his mysterious chinese wife?
Campo San Bartolomeo
10 min
You will stop in Campo San Bortolomeo to have a look at the famous Rialto Bridge and to hear the story linked to its construction.
Ponte di Rialto
Pass by
Rialto bridge, one of the iconic symbols of Venice, hides a terrible story behind its construction.
What's included
Included
Guided Walking Tour
Not included
gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.1
69 reviews
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How it compares in Venice
Starting price $31 is 74% below the typical $120 for tours of similar length in Venice
Excurgo comparison of 1,973 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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, please visit (https://cda.ve.it).
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown take?
Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown cost?
Prices start at $31 per person for this Venice experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 PM.
Does Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown sell out?
It can: 4 of the next 11 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Alilaguna ticket office is located at San Marco Giardinetti vaporetto stop, in front of Illy Caffè next to the Royal Gardens. Please don't look for Alilaguna office on Google maps. Strictly requested to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Ghosts of Venice - Discovering the Unknown worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.1 out of 5 across 69 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bucintoro Viaggi.
Reviews(69)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Jordan_H
September 19, 2026 · via Viator
Awesome tour with fun stories!
Fantastic ghost walk! Each of the stories was entertaining and fun, and our guide was awesome! Finding the meet up place was a bit challenging, but once the tour started, my sister and I had a magnificent time! I do wish we could have had some kind of audio component, but only because our guide had a naturally soft voice and it was a bit difficult to hear her in more crowded areas. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun tour with outside-the-norm legends and stories!
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David_C
August 10, 2026 · via Viator
The tour was okay, but it...
The tour was okay, but it was difficult to hear the guide tell the stories as she was very quiet. It was still daylight for almost the entire tour so the atmosphere wasn’t as eerie as we hoped.
Overall the tour was not at the level of the ghost tours we have experienced while travelling and would likely not do it again.
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erinwC5233HQ
July 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Packed with curiosities
The tour was not scary but my family loved the guide’s stories. We learned a lot about Venice and it was fun!
Operator response
Thank you very much for taking time out of your day to write this review! Your feedback is important to us! We are pleased to hear that you had such a good experience with us!
We hope that you enjoyed Venice!
If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Regards,
Bucintoro Viaggi
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Ryan_M
April 27, 2026 · via Viator
Avoid - canceled they canceled tour same day and didnt refund us.
Not a good experience. Canceled ~3hrs before the tour and no assistance or response regarding refunds. Responded to operator's cancelation message and sent 2 other messages to the operator and Viator and no response. Paid 57 Euro for nothing and was "ghosted" by the service. AVOID!
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203yasminee
April 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great historical stories
The stories were light and with a lot of history and a bit spooky but not too much. It was the busiest season in June so a bit hard to hear the guide but she did her best to talk over the noise. My teenager enjoyed the history and walking through the streets. It would be nice if the busiest streets by the Rialto could be avoided but that’s just a suggestion.
Operator response
Thank you very much for taking time out of your day to write this review and the suggestion you left! Your feedback is important to us! We are pleased to read that you had such a good experience with us!
We hope that you enjoyed Venice!
We are improving our trip experiences as we go, better suited to the feedback left by you!
If you have any doubts, don’t hesitate to contact us!
Regards,
Bucintoro Viaggi
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sooz73
March 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Disappointing
Guide looked bored and was unenthusiastic throughout complaining it was her 3 rd tour that day and that she wasn’t Venetian. I have been on the same tour with another guide through another company and enjoyed it so much I booked again. Tour lasted just over an hour.. whereas others last 2 hours plus! Not good value for money. I was disappointed.
Operator response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to write this review.
We are sorry for the inconvenience. We noted these complaints, and we are going to refer them to who is in charge of the tours.
We are improving our trip experiences as we go, better suited to the feedback left by you. Thank you for the input and if you have any further doubts, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Regards,
Bucintoro Viaggi
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7onlined
December 9, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Really good event
This was our first booked event for our stay and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The guide was really lovely, full of stories and history of the City and both of us said how enjoyable it was. Not too much walking for those who are concerned about that, just like strolling and exploring. Highly recommend.
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Frederick G
October 6, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wrong directions
Directions for meeting were unclear. Ran a little late. Left without us. No contact number to call at night. No way to find the walking tour
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636lianaf
October 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Not Worth It
The first thing our guide said was “I shouldn’t be here”. The regular guide was ill so he was filling in. There were only about 3-4 stops with stories, and only a couple of them would qualify as “ghost” stories. We rushed from one location to the next and the story was told quickly with no kind of elaboration. Just the facts, And our 90 minute tour finished 15 minutes early. Really disappointing experience overall and our guide looked relieved when it concluded. Hopefully the regular guide is much better. Would not recommend.
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suelW3782FZ
October 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Overpriced. Low impact.
This is overpriced and limited quality (no offence to the guide).
1. Told to meet 15 mins beforehand but there was no guide to meet us. Left wondering if we were at the right spot. At the start time I had to approach the ticket collection booth and ask and then a guide came out. Also it needs to be clearer that you must approach the booth to collect your ticket.
2. The guides English was average. She sometimes struggled to find the right words and got it wrong which changed the meaning of the story completely (although she did correct herself after).
3. There were no headsets so it was hard to hear, especially in crowds or whilst walking.
4. The stories were average and lost any impact they may have had if delivered more excitingly.
I would not spend $100 au on this experience in hindsight.
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