Overview
A first-timer to Venice, or don’t know where to begin your explorations? Over the course of this small-group tour, experience many of the city’s top highlights: see the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Square and St. Mark’s Basilica, and enjoy a relaxing gondola ride.
You also explore areas of the city that many tour groups miss, from the sestiere of Cannaregio to the Rialto Fish Market.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Gondola Ride
Local English-speaking guide
Headset
Expertly guided walking tour
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
Guide (during gondola ride)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
At the central fountain of Campo San Giacomo di Rialto (Campo San Giacometto). Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.
End point
In St. Mark's Square.
Good to know
• This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
• This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
• Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible.
• After your 2-hour exploration of Venice, your guide drops you off at the Gondola Stand for a relaxing gondola ride. The guide will not be with you on the gondola.
• During times of high tides, flooding, or heavy rain, the gondola ride may be substituted for another experience.
• Large bags, trolleys and backpacks cannot be accommodated on this tour.
• The Rialto Fish Market is closed on Sundays.
• Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. You have the option of online tipping through the QR code that your guide will show at the end of the tour.
What to expect
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Mercati di Rialto
30 min
Meet near the Rialto Bridge and learn why it was initially considered a very bad idea to build it. Take a quick look at the Rialto Fish Market to learn about the long fishing history of the city and its famous cuisine. Get a couple of restaurant recommendations from your local guide!
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Cannaregio
1 hour
Continue to the sestiere (district) of Cannaregio, home to some of the city’s hidden gems. Discover the house where Marco Polo once lived, and go to the unique Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli. See a remarkable statue by Verocchio on the Campo San Giovanni and Paolo, where you will also see a variety of typical Venetian architectural styles. Meander through hidden alleyways, and hear tales of the city’s past.
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Basilica di San Marco
30 min
Learn what it is like to live on the island today as you walk to St. Mark’s Square. Admire St. Mark’s Basilica from the square and your guide explains how Venice built a mercantile empire that once spanned the entire Mediterranean.
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Bacino Orseolo
30 min
Your guide will then leave you to enjoy a 30-minute (approximately) gondola ride with a professional gondolier. Limited to only 5 people per gondola, this experience will be both intimate and relaxing. Punt through the quieter canals of Venice as you relax and enjoy the city at its best!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Welcome to Venice Small Group Tour: Basilica San Marco & Gondola Ride
Can I cancel Welcome to Venice Small Group Tour: Basilica San Marco & Gondola Ride for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
At the central fountain of Campo San Giacomo di Rialto (Campo San Giacometto). Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.
What's included?
- Gondola Ride
- Local English-speaking guide
- Headset
- Expertly guided walking tour
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
- Guide (during gondola ride)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Mercati di Rialto, Cannaregio, Basilica di San Marco, Bacino Orseolo.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Walks - Italy, Spain & Greece
