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Venezia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

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Venice, Italy
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On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.

3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Venezia, you've come to the right place!

With this digital guide you can comfortably spend a day in Venice discovering all its secrets.

Forget searching websites, and wasting time trying to find which monuments to see and in which order: the solution is here in front of you!

I'm a tour leader, and I created this digital guide with a local guide from Venezia, so you'll get to visit the city as a local!

You will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace.

Get to know the stories and curiosities of Venezia that only locals know!

Try local foods, like Italian aperitivo, in authentic local restaurants!

And much more!

What's Included

  • Tips for monuments, history, curiosities and anecdotes from a local
  • Connected with google maps
  • Audio-guide and text in multiple languages (Eng, Esp, Ita, Ger, Fr)
  • Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (not mandatory) - Ticket cost: 5€
  • Scala Contarini del Bovolo (not mandatory) - Ticket cost: 8€
  • Basilica di San Marco (not mandatory) - Ticket cost: 6€
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Ponte degli Scalzi
30135 Venezia VE, Italy

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

End point

Piazza San Marco
1, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

We will finish close to Piazza San Marco, in front of "Ponte dei Sospiri"

What To Expect

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Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

A beautiful example of Venetian Gothic and one of the most important churches in the city! A church that tells eight centuries of history, art and faith. Ticket cost: 5€
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campo San Polo

One of the meeting points of Venetians with a particularly curious history that is connected to... the lettuce! Sounds interesting, isn't it?
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte delle Tette

Among the streets of Venice is this bridge that all Venetians know. Why? I'll tell you the "funny story" behind this bridge that often goes unnoticed by tourists!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Canal Grande

The most significant waterway in Venice. With its characteristic inverted “S” shape and a length of about 4km, it traverses the entire historic center, representing one of the most fascinating and evocative routes in Italy.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte di Rialto

One of the city's landmarks with a special history behind it. Also be prepared to discover a special viewing terrace nearby.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Scala Contarini del Bovolo

One of the most unique buildings in Venice is hidden among the city streets! You can freely take some pictures outside but, if you want to enter, you'll need a ticket that cost 8€.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza San Marco

The hub and symbol of the city, St. Mark’s Square was praised by Napoleon as “the most beautiful salon in Europe.” This square, created with the construction of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, is universally renowned for its extraordinary beauty.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di San Marco

Perhaps the most famous monument in the entire city! We will talk about the history of the building and I will tell you some curious facts! Ticket cost: 6€
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Doge's Palace

The “Palazzo Ducale” – former seat of the Doge – is a great example of Venetian Gothic. Get ready to discover its story and some legends behind it! Ticket cost: 30€
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte dei Sospiri

A very famous (and very photographed) bridge in Venice! We are going to see it from the outside and I'm going to tell you some stories about it.
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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
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This product is a digital guide to visit the city but travelers can stop wherever and whenever they like and visit the monuments they want. Monument tickets are not included in this digital guide
  • You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venezia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local?

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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Activity code: C-445855P4

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Average 4.49 out of 5 stars based on 67 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tips for monuments, history, curiosities and anecdotes from a local
  • Connected with google maps
  • Audio-guide and text in multiple languages (Eng, Esp, Ita, Ger, Fr)
  • Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (not mandatory) - Ticket cost: 5€
  • Scala Contarini del Bovolo (not mandatory) - Ticket cost: 8€
  • Basilica di San Marco (not mandatory) - Ticket cost: 6€
  • Headphones not included. You'll use your smarpthone and eventually your headphone!
  • A guide in person. The visit will be via digital guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • This product is a digital guide to visit the city but travelers can stop wherever and whenever they like and visit the monuments they want. Monument tickets are not included in this digital guide
  • You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)
  • You'll be able to hear the audio through your speakers or, if you have them, through your headphones
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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