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Hidden Venice: The Unusual Walking Tour & Gondola Ride
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Enjoy an amazing walking tour combined with a charming gondola ride
Explore quieter streets in Venice’s San Marco district on a guided walk through the historical centre, passing Campo Manin, Calle degli Orbi and the façades of Teatro La Fenice and the Church of San Moisè. The experience continues with a shared gondola ride beneath the Bridge of Sighs and into the San Marco Basin, followed by a visit to the Gondola Gallery, where exhibits trace how these boats are made.
What's Included
- Guided Walking tour of St.Mark’s Square and the historical centre
- 10-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola experience
- 30-minute shared gondola ride by an audio guide
- Access to the Gondola Gallery
What's Not Included
- Pick-up/drop-off
- Optional gratuities
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Hidden Venice: The Unusual Walking Tour & Gondola Ride:
Calle S. Gallo, 1093/b, 30124 Venezia Venice
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Average Duration
Duration: 03:00
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation allowed up to 24 hours before the event.
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Additional Information & Description
Hidden Venice: The Unusual Walking Tour & Gondola Ride combines a guided route through quieter corners of the San Marco district with time on the water. Explore the city at street level, then take a seat in one of its traditional flat-bottom boats.
A guided walk through the historical centre
The walking tour covers St. Mark’s Square and Venice’s historical centre, with a guide explaining the history of less crowded spots along the route. Pass the Scala Contarini del Bovolo and see its distinctive design, walk through Campo Manin, and explore Calle degli Orbi. The route also takes in the façade of Teatro La Fenice and the architecture of the Church of San Moisè. These landmarks are viewed as you pass rather than visited as separate stops, making this a walk through the streets rather than a series of interior visits. Live guiding is available in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
Under the Bridge of Sighs by gondola
An introductory walk leads into the gondola experience. The shared ride includes an audio guide and takes you beneath the Bridge of Sighs into the San Marco Basin, with views of San Giorgio Island. An experienced gondolier navigates the boat, whose flat-bottom design was developed for Venice’s narrow canals. From your seat, the city’s architecture becomes part of the waterside view.
Inside the Gondola Gallery
Admission to the Gondola Gallery is included, adding a closer look at the craft behind the boat you ride. Original tools, a gondola cross-section and examples of traditional craftsmanship explain how these Venetian boats are made. The gallery also includes a virtual gondola ride through the canals, introducing the city’s history and traditions through a different format from the guided walk and the ride on the water.
Timing and arrival
Allow three hours for the activity and arrive 15 minutes before the start. The starting location is Calle S. Gallo, 1093/b, 30124 Venezia. Pick-up and drop-off are not included, so travel to and from the starting location is separate from the tour.
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Tickets are delivered instantly, and smartphone tickets are accepted. Optional gratuities are excluded from the price.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hidden Venice: The Unusual Walking Tour & Gondola Ride
It includes a guided walk through St. Mark’s Square and the historical centre, a 10-minute introductory walk, a 30-minute shared gondola ride with an audio guide, and access to the Gondola Gallery.
The route passes Scala Contarini del Bovolo, Campo Manin and Calle degli Orbi, and takes in the façades of Teatro La Fenice and the Church of San Moisè.
The shared ride passes beneath the Bridge of Sighs and enters the San Marco Basin, with views of San Giorgio Island.
Allow three hours for the activity and arrive 15 minutes before it starts.
The starting point is Calle S. Gallo, 1093/b, 30124 Venezia.
Pick-up and drop-off are not included, and optional gratuities are excluded.
Distributor of "Hidden Venice: The Unusual Walking Tour & Gondola Ride"
City Tours Co Uk
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