Venice Charm: St. Mark's, Rialto Bridge, and Gondola Ride

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Discover Venice's hidden gems on a guided tour! Explore Scala del Bovolo, Teatro La Fenice, and enjoy a serene gondola ride through historic canals.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the iconic Rialto Bridge's historic charm.
  • Discover the stunning Scala del Bovolo's unique architecture.
  • Wander through the enchanting Campo Sant'Angelo area.
  • Admire the grandeur of Teatro La Fenice’s opulent design.
  • Glide through Venice’s canals on a traditional gondola ride.

Description

Experience an unforgettable adventure exploring the hidden treasures of Venice with this exclusive tour, offering a unique blend of historical exploration and the city's unmistakable charm. This immersive experience combines a captivating walking tour with a serene gondola ride, unveiling the wonders of Venice's historic center. Begin your journey by admiring the iconic Rialto Bridge, a masterpiece of Venetian engineering and one of the city's most celebrated landmarks. As you stand on this historic bridge, your guide will share fascinating insights into its past and significance within the context of Venice. From the Rialto Bridge, your guide will lead you through Venice's winding, narrow streets to a secluded courtyard, a true hidden gem away from the crowds. Here, you'll discover the Scala del Bovolo, an architectural marvel that symbolizes the transition between Gothic and Renaissance styles. This spiral staircase, adorned with intricate details and a distinctive design, offers a glimpse into Venice's rich architectural evolution and the artistic influences that shaped its history. Continuing your journey, you'll traverse the charming area between Campo Sant'Angelo and the illustrious Teatro La Fenice. This part of the tour reveals the more elegant and lesser-known corners of Venice, where you'll find hidden squares and picturesque streets often overlooked by the casual visitor. The Teatro La Fenice, renowned for its opulent design and historic significance, stands as a testament to Venice's vibrant cultural heritage, and your guide will highlight its importance as you pass by. As the walking tour concludes, you'll transition to the quintessential Venetian experience: a traditional gondola ride. Step into a beautifully crafted gondola and glide through Venice's narrow canals, where the serene beauty of the city unveils itself from a new perspective. The gondola ride will also take you along the majestic Grand Canal, offering breathtaking views of the grand palaces and historic buildings lining its banks. This guided tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the lesser-known corners of Venice while savoring the city's timeless elegance from both land and water. With expert guidance and a thorough exploration of Venice's hidden treasures, this experience promises to be unforgettable, blending history, architecture, and the iconic charm of a gondola ride into one extraordinary adventure.

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Guided tour Gondola ride

Important Information

  • The tour is shared. The seat in the gondola cannot be chosen but will be assigned by our gondolier. Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 people. The itinerary is subject to change in case of bad weather. Children up to 2 years old are free, provided they do not occupy a seat in the gondola. When booking, please provide your WhatsApp number; we will send you a voucher to present on the day of the tour. If the gondola tour is canceled due to bad weather, the customer will receive a refund of €30 per person. On certain dates, most travelers staying outside Venice and planning to visit during the day will need to pay a €5 access fee. For more details (including exemptions) and to know which days this fee applies, visit: https://cda.ve.it

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