Venice: Morning Walking Tour Venice: Morning Walking Tour in German
ID: GYG71430-O-103760
Category:
Sight Seeing
Country: Italy
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
See the sights of Venice on a walking tour of the narrow alleys and picturesque squares. Marvel at ancient churches from the outside, and discover some hidden gems along the way.
Explore Venice through its narrow calli (alleys) and encounter countless bridges and picturesque squares at the heart of the city's social scene. Follow a professional guide on an unforgettable journey through the history of the "Serenissima" and discover famous sites and hidden gems.
Get an animated description of majestic St. Mark’s Basilica in Piazza San Marco, and learn the function of the Doge's Palace. Hear about the ornate St. Mark's Clocktower and the 3 connected buildings of the Procuratie. Then, make your way to the Campo Santa Maria Formosa to see the Basilica di San Giovanni e Paolo, where all of the city's doges were buried after the 15th century.
Go to the Scuola Grande di San Marco (“Great School of Charity”) to hear about the "Captains of Fortune," and then head back through the San Marco sestiere (district) to see the Teatro Malibran. Stroll down the famous Mercerie, the historic heart of commercial life in the city and now one of the main shopping streets of Venice between the Rialto Bridge and Piazza San Marco.
Highlights
- Stroll down the narrow alleys of Venice and encounter enchanting squares
- Get off the usual tourist trail and discover some of the hidden gems of Venice
- See the church where all the doges of Venice were buried after the 15th century
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour does not include entrance to the main sites and will completely take place outside (only external comments of the various sites will be provided)
• No refund will be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. The tour takes place rain or shine, but in the event of exceptionally high tides it may be cancelled and a refund will be provided
• Please note that the tour may be conducted by a multilingual guide in the winter season
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet at Calle Larga Ascensione, in front of the post office just next to St. Mark's Square. Go to the wooden stand with the yellow sign that reads, "Meeting Point".
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
