Venice Private Ghost Stories & Legends Walking Tour
Overview
Venice by night is steeped in mystery and the ghosts of the past! This 1.5-hour evening Legends and Anecdotes walking tour takes you on a journey to the city’s hidden corners, with an expert guide who recounts some anecdotes, stories and other legends as you walk. Recoil at gruesome facts about Biasio, the child-killing butcher of Venice; see from outside the beautiful and reputedly haunted Bovolo staircase; and hear strange and sinister tales about Venice.
What's Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting Location
Campo San Bortolomio
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Mercerie
760, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
The tour will finish nearby Hotel Splendid area
What To Expect
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Campo San Bartolomeo
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Scala Contarini del Bovolo
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Riva del Carbon
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rio Tera' dei Assassini (pass by)
Campo San Beneto
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ponte di Rialto
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sotoportego e Corte Nova
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ponte di Rialto
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions.
- Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves walking.
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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.
- Professional English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
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..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Venice Private Ghost Stories & Legends Walking Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venice Private Ghost Stories & Legends 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 2024Once 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 2026What's Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions.
- Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves walking.
- 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.
