10 min
Meet your guide in front of Hotel Londra Palace (opposite Monument to Victor Emmanuel II), Riva degli Schiavoni, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy. Please do not enter the building, as the staff are not informed about the tour.
25 min
Discover the best things to do in Venice, from famous bridges, to majestic palaces, to awe-inspiring churches. Explore the famous St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco), the beating heart of San Marco.
25 min
Do you know how often the Basilica of St. Mark is flooded by the tide? Or who is the only person who escaped from the prison of the Doge's Palace? Or how does the Astrological Clock of Torre dell'Orologio work? Don't worry as your Passionate Guide will tell you all about it and also share other interesting facts about the Republic of Venice, the Venice Carnival, and more.
25 min
Admire the views of the Grand Canal and San Giorgio Maggiore from the square, then go deep into the maze of narrow streets and canals to discover locally-loved places such as Teatro La Fenice, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Giglio (outside only), and Campo Santo Stefano.
Ponte dell'Accademia25 min
The final stop will be Ponte dell'Accademia, a popular spot for photographers and lovers.
San Zaccaria25 min
Learn more about Venice. This extended tour includes a visit to San Zaccaria, a hidden gem of San Marco. It is one of the most decorated churches in town,with many beautiful Gothic and Renaissance sacred artworks.
25 min
Another highlight will be crossing the iconic Rialto Bridge, an ornate footbridge which offers picturesque views of the Grand Canal with its beautiful Venetian architecture and romantic gondolas. It is one of the busiest places in Venice, connecting San Marco to San Polo and the famous Rialto Market.
Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto25 min
On the other side you will find Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto, the city’s oldest church.
Scala Contarini del BovoloVisit San Marco’s top attraction, Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo, with skip-the-line tickets that allow you to jump the queue. This 15th century palace is known as a film location for Orson Welles' Othello, featuring an iconic spiral staircase. Climb up the stairs "of the snail" to an arcade to enjoy an impressive view of the city rooftops. It’s a great place to take in the handmade beauty and complexity of Venice’s unusual landscape.
Palazzo DucaleVisit the Doge’s Palace, one of Italy’s most luxurious palaces! With skip-the-line tickets you can beat the crowds that flock to this popular attraction and go straight in. Explore the charming inner courtyard and discover the treasures of the Doge’s Apartments, where over 120 Doges of Venice lived over the centuries. The palace houses works by Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto, Vittoria and Tiepolo.
25 min
Another highlight will be crossing the Bridge of Sight from the palace to its prison, where the famous lover Casanova was imprisoned. With so many stories to tell, the Doge’s Palace is a must-see in Venice!
