Follow the local guide through the labyrinth of narrow streets and secluded squares: enter in Rialto area, the most authentic Venetian district, and you will feel like if you were walking in the past centuries: few tourists, local artist workshops, stone bridges and many old secrets to unveil. You will cross the Square of San Giovanni of Paolo, with the imposing cathedral full of mysteries and amazing tales to be narrated.Passing through Piazza San Marco you will the see the infamous Bridge of Sighs, from where many criminals and killers crossed to reach the dark and cold prisons.The amazing walking tour will bring you to the ancient heart of Venice: Rialto Bridge and the “Pescheria” where Marco Polo and merchants traded their goods and shared stunning stories listened in unspotted parts of the world. On Rialto you will discover the scary stories of the hunchback in the middle of the square, in front of this statue, the criminals listened to their sentences before to be moved to dark prisons in the Piazza San Marco.

Activities
Unusual Venice walking tour
Free cancellation
Safety measures applied
Do this because
- Discover the most unusual places in Venice
- Walk through the labyrinth with your expert guide
- Find hidden corners and picturesque squares in the heart of the city
What to expect
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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.
What's included
Shared guided tour with commentary by qualified and experienced guide
What's not included
Hotel pick-up
Reduced price
Free: child (0-5)
Where
Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE
Meeting point:
With Piazza San Marco and the arches of Museo Correr at your back and the Poste Italiane (Post Office) in front of you, look on the left and you will see a big grey newsstand (with many souvenir and newspapers): that one is the Venice Tours Assistance Point. The newsstand is between Fendi Boutique and Poste Italiane (Post Office).
What to remember
- Unfortunately, this tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking difficulties
- The walking tour does not operate in cases of exceptionally high tides (in these cases, it can be postponed to the day after, otherwise it will be refunded)
- Comfortable shoes are suggested
- The tour could be bilingual
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When
From Saturday to Monday at 10 am, 12 pm and 2 pm
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Provider
Venice City Tour
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the activity begins.