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Discover Venice’s Icons: Private 3-Hour Walking Tour

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Overview

A trip to the discovery of the Venice highlights, a guided outdoor walking tour through the canals, cathedrals and calli (the little alleyways of Venice). Your local guide will show you the secrets of this City of Bridges, one of the most beautiful and romantic city in the world, where to get lost, love and be seduced experiencing the thrill of the past and the charm of historical monuments like The Doge's Palace , San Marco Basilic and suggestive places like Rialto with its majestic Bridge and much more.

A magical experience !!

The  tour lasts  3 hours.

Available in the morning or in the afternoon.

What's Included

  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Outdoor Walking tour
  • Local taxes
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

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Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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Piazza San Marco

Meet your guide in St Mark’s Square; famous for its beauty and architectural majesty
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campo Santa Maria Formosa

Campo Saint Maria Formosa with its Church is, according to the tradition, the first of the lagoon’s eight churches to be built.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fondamenta Nove

Fondamenta Nove is a long promanade which costs the canals with its wonderful views of the North Lagoon Islands and Murano Island
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo)

In Campo san Giovanni and Paolo are located some of the most important monuments in the city: The Church, Scuola Grande di San Marco , one of the six Scuole Grandi in Venice, and a real masterpiece of architecture , The Majestic Hospital and the Equestrian statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni.This 4m tall statue is the only monument of an actual person ever created during the time of the Serenissima and to make it even more special, it is the first equestrian statue standing on three feet.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte di Rialto

A few steps away from Marco Polo’s House, who was the most famous of all Venetians and a world-famous exploreryou will reach the Rialto Bridge,famous symbol of Venice, until the nineteenth century was the only bridge between the two sides of the Grand Canal. Rialto is an indispensable part of the Venetian skyline and marks its pulsating and commercial heart.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Venice’s Icons: Private 3-Hour Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Venice’s Icons: Private 3-Hour Walking Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points.
  • Outdoor Walking tour.
  • Local taxes.
  • Professional art historian guide.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Discover Venice’s Icons: Private 3-Hour Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover Venice’s Icons: Private 3-Hour Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Outdoor Walking tour
  • Local taxes
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • 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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