Overview
Join local historians as we uncover the history of Venice and its most famous residents! Discover more about the History of La Serenissima in this Introduction to Venice.
We’ll be exploring this city of no roads, no cars but well over 400 bridges and at least 150 canals. We’ll cover the soaring highs and crushing lows of Venezia as well as this place’s iconic people, culture and architecture.
Enjoy the Art and Artichokes of Venice in this beautiful walk through Dorsoduro, the city's cultural and student district. This Dorsoduro walk is all about quenching your thirst for art, food, crafts, gondolas, wine and the local experience of Venetians.
We’ll explore Ca’ Foscari University, Campo San Barnaba, the Gallerie dell’Accademia and Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute.
Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
Access to your self-guided audio tour
Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
Audio tour provided by a local or historian
Headphones
Mobile device
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
This is not your ticket! You will receive a separate email with a link to your tour. From that email, please click 'Download Now', install the Vidi Guides app, create an account within the app and click 'GetMyTour'. The tour will then be ready for download within your profile section. You can start the tour whenever you like!
What to expect
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Venice
50 min
Discover the History of La Serenissima in this Introduction to Venice. We’ll be exploring this city of no roads, no cars but well over 400 bridges and at least 150 canals. We’ll cover the soaring highs and crashing lows of Venezia as well as this place’s iconic people, culture and architecture.
Join renowned historian Katie and culture vulture Colm as we roam around the stunning canals of Venice, visiting the Palazzo Ducale, Basilica di San Marco and the Rialto Bridge. -
Dorsoduro
50 min
Enjoy the Art and Artichokes of Venice in this beautiful walk through Dorsoduro, the city's cultural and student district. This Dorsoduro walk is all about quenching your thirst for art, food, crafts, gondolas, wine and the local experience of Venetians. We’ll explore Ca’ Foscari University, Campo San Barnaba, the Gallerie dell’Accademia and Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute.
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
- 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. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Explore Venice, Dorsoduro, San Marco Sq, Rialto Bridge Tours
Can I cancel Explore Venice, Dorsoduro, San Marco Sq, Rialto Bridge Tours for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 40 min.
What's included?
- Offline Mode: Download tours in advance to listen without WiFi
- Location Aware: GPS map allows you to enjoy sites, without getting lost
- Access to your self-guided audio tour
- Instagram Hotspots: We find the spot for your perfect picture
- Audio tour provided by a local or historian
What's not included?
- Headphones
- Mobile device
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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