Venice: Small Group Walking Tour and Saint Mark's
ID: GYG47678-63248
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
See the sights of Venice on a 2-hour, small group walking tour, and admire city icons such as the Rialto Bridge, Grand Canal and St. Mark’s Square. Go inside St. Mark’s Basilica for panoramic views of the lagoon, wander a maze of small alleys, and more.
Discover the treasures of Venice on a small group walking tour, and experience “La Serenissima” in a more intimate way. With no more than 6 people per group, you will enjoy your guide’s undivided attention as you admire the palaces, churches and small squares of the city of water.
Meet your guide on the small Campo San Giacometto, located in a bustling shopping area in the Rialto. One of the oldest churches in Venice, San Giacometto church was consecrated in 421 AC. See the daily market next to the Grand Canal, where locals come to buy groceries and fresh fish.
Admire the Rialto Bridge just as the sun begins to warm up the day. Your guide will explain the reason of its unique structure and take you to its highest point for a dazzling view of the Grand Canal.
Wander a maze of small alleys and grand piazzas in some of Venice’s most historic sestiere (neighborhoods), hearing entertaining anecdotes about powerful Venetian families.
Along the way, pass the small church of San Giovanni Crisostomo in the Cannaregio, see the Santi Giovanni e Paolo church in the Castello, and admire the Gothic and Renaissance façades of the church of Santa Maria Formosa in the Rialto. Before you know it, you will be standing on St. Mark’s Square, facing grandiose St. Mark’s Basilica.
Learn about the power struggles of the neighboring Doge’s Palace. Admire the golden mosaics of St. Mark’s, before you skip the long lines to go inside and discover the wonders of its interior. The tour is timed to coincide with the hour each morning when the lights are turned on inside. Go to the top terrace for beautiful views, both inside the church and across St. Mark’s Square.
Highlights
- See the sights of Venice on a small group walking tour
- Skip the long lines to go inside St. Mark's Basilica
- Enjoy a panoramic view of the Grand Canal from the highest point of the Rialto Bridge
- Admire the small square of Campo San Giacometto
- Marvel at the façade of St. Mark's Campanile (Bell Tower)
- Learn about the church of Santi Giovanni e Paolo, site of the funerals of all doges
- Go to the terrace of St. Mark's Basilica for panoramic views of the lagoon
- See the Gothic and Renaissance façades of Santa Maria Formosa
- Look at the Querini Museum from the outside
- Gaze at the golden mosaics of the Byzantine St. Mark's Basilica
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Until further notice, entrance inside St. Mark’s Basilica is not possible due to ongoing restoration work. Tours will visit the basilica's Terrace and its Museum instead
• Please provide proof of age/student status if purchasing a student's concession ticket
• Dress code: Cover knees and shoulders (Only necessary for Saint Mark's Basilica)
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc). Participants under 18 may also use a school photo ID. Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult who meets the above requirements. Participants who do not comply with these requirements will be denied entry or asked to leave the theater
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
Meet your guide in front of San Giacometto di Rialto Church, Campo San Giacometto, 1 Venice. They will be holding a "LivItaly Tours" sign
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.
