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Venice by Night: Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour

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Venice, Italy
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Discover a different side of Venice after dark, when the streets grow quieter and the daytime crowds begin to disappear.

This evening walking tour combines illuminated landmarks with hidden alleys, quiet squares and atmospheric canals. Along the way, hear Venetian history, legends and unusual local stories while experiencing the city at a more relaxed pace.

Choose a small-group tour in English or German, or a private experience with a personalized route and pickup from your hotel or restaurant in central Venice.

- Experience Venice after dark, when the streets become quieter
- Combine illuminated landmarks with hidden alleys, squares and canals
- Hear Venetian legends, unusual stories and local history
- Discover a side of Venice many daytime visitors miss

What's Included

  • Illuminated landmarks and hidden corners of Venice
  • Personalized itinerary for private tours
  • Venetian history, legends and local stories
  • Gratuities are at your discretion
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the options “Private tour 21:30” and “Private tour 19:30”.

Pickup details

Personalized pickup is available for private tours only. I can meet you at your hotel, restaurant or another convenient location within Venice’s historic center. Please provide your preferred pickup location when booking.For small-group tours, please use the designated meeting point:7:30 pm: COMBO, Campo dei Gesuiti. Enter through the COMBO entrance and meet your guide near the well in the internal courtyard.9:30 pm: Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of Hotel Londra Palace.

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Meeting point

For the options “Deutsch - kleine Gruppe 19:30”, “English - small group 21:30”, “English - Small Group 19:30” and “Deutsch - kleine Gruppe 21:30”.

End point

Venice
Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Venice

The itinerary shown represents the 7:30 pm route. The 9:30 pm tour follows a different route, starting near St Mark’s and continuing toward Rialto. Private tour itineraries are personalized and may vary.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cannaregio

Off the Beaten Path: We’ll dive deep into the heart of Venice by night, wandering through its enchanting maze of narrow streets and hidden squares. The most magical part of Venice is its unpredictability—sometimes, the best way to explore is simply to wander aimlessly and let the city reveal its charm.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Scuola Grande di San Marco

The Most Beautiful Hospital in the World Instead of a father-son Sunday soccer game, sculptor Pietro Lombardo and his sons created a high Renaissance polychrome marble façade for the Ospedale di San Giovanni e Paolo. Completed by Mauro Codussi, this masterpiece is breathtaking at sunset or night. The magnificent lions of St. Mark guard the entrance, while trompe l’oeil details captivate the eye. Today, it continues to serve as a public hospital.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Equestrian Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni

An Equestrian Monument with Deception: Bartolomeo Colleoni’s bronze equestrian statue is one of only two public equestrian monuments in Venice. Commemorating one of Venice’s most loyal mercenary commanders, Colleoni served the Republic of Venice from 1448, occasionally switching sides when dissatisfied with pay or promotions.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Libreria Acqua alta

Ponte dei Colafelzi This picturesque bridge is a hidden gem in Venice, offering a beautiful and peaceful spot to pause and admire the canal views. A perfect place to reflect on the beauty of Venice’s lesser-known corners, away from the crowds.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo)

Pantheon of the Dogi Known as "San Zanipolo" in Venetian dialect, this church was designed to inspire awe with its vast interior. For centuries, it served as the final resting place for Venice’s rulers. The church’s stunning 15th-century stained glass and 25 Doge tombs make it a site of great historical significance.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campo Santa Maria Formosa

Santa Maria Formosa and Spiderman: This beautiful campo marks the boundary between Venice’s tourist-heavy areas and its more authentic, local spaces. It’s also the setting for a thrilling moment in Spider-Man: Far From Home, where the superhero saves the bell tower from destruction.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza San Marco

A Final Magnificent View of Venice Highlights Piazza San Marco at night is serene and almost empty, offering a stark contrast to its busy daytime crowds. The square, illuminated softly by the lights of the cafés and basilica, becomes an intimate, tranquil space, making it a perfect moment to experience Venice without the usual crowds.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta detta I Gesuiti

We begin at Combo, the former Convento dei Gesuiti, stepping out to admire the dazzling façade of the Church of the Jesuits. This 18th-century Baroque masterpiece will captivate you with its over-the-top grandeur and intricate design, impossible to fully capture in a single photo.
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10 minutes 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
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay an access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • The standard small-group routes include several bridges and are not wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair-friendly private Venice by Night tour can be arranged using an alternative route and, when helpful, Venice’s accessible public transportation network. Please contact me before booking so I can plan the most suitable itinerary for your needs.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venice by Night: Highlights & Hidden Gems 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Illuminated landmarks and hidden corners of Venice
  • Personalized itinerary for private tours
  • Venetian history, legends and local stories
  • Hotel or restaurant pickup in central Venice for private tours
  • 1.5-hour guided Venice by Night walking tour
  • Licensed local Venice guide
  • Gratuities are at your discretion

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay an access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • The standard small-group routes include several bridges and are not wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair-friendly private Venice by Night tour can be arranged using an alternative route and, when helpful, Venice’s accessible public transportation network. Please contact me before booking so I can plan the most suitable itinerary for your needs.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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