Venice: St Mark’s, Rialto & Instagrammable Gems Walking Tour

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Discover Venice’s most Instagrammable spots on a guided walking tour through St. Mark's Area, Rialto, and hidden gems like Miracles' Church and Marco Polo’s House. Capture stunning shots at every stop.

Highlights

  • Discover top Instagram spots at St. Mark’s Square
  • Snap hidden gems at Santa Maria Formosa & the Church of Miracles
  • Capture iconic shots of Scuola Grande di San Marco
  • Enjoy a spritz stop in a local bacaro – lifestyle vibes
  • End with epic views from the Rialto Bridge & Grand Canal

Description

Start your journey in the beating heart of Venice at St. Mark’s Square, the city’s most iconic setting and a must-have photo spot. Capture the majesty of the basilica, the bell tower, and the breathtaking square that embodies the spirit of Venice. Continue through charming calli to Santa Maria Formosa, a picturesque square lined with elegant buildings perfect for that authentic Venetian backdrop. Next, admire the grandeur of the Scuola Grande di San Marco, with its ornate façade that makes for striking shots. Step into one of Venice’s most enchanting corners at the Church of Miracles, a Renaissance jewel often described as a hidden gem. Then, trace history at Marco Polo’s House, imagining the tales of the world’s most famous explorer while capturing an unforgettable shot. Take a well-deserved spritz break in a local bacaro the true Venetian way to pause, sip, and snap a lifestyle photo that screams la dolce vita. Your journey continues with architectural wonders such as Palazzo Tetta, uniquely standing at the meeting of three canals, and Palazzo Soranzo Van Axel, an exquisite Gothic palace that feels like stepping into a movie set. Finally, reach the legendary Rialto Bridge, the most instagrammable landmark of Venice. Here, end your experience with panoramic views over the Grand Canal your ultimate postcard moment. This immersive walking tour is designed for travelers who want more than history: it’s about capturing the perfect shots, discovering hidden corners, and creating an Instagram feed that everyone will envy.

Includes

Live guided walking tour with a qualified experienced guide 15-minute introduction to the gondola experience (if option is selected) 30-minute shared gondola ride (if option is selected) Mobile app with audio commentary for gondola Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section A VR experience aboard a gondola on Venice’s Grand Canal travel back in time Multilingual assistance for embarking Audio-receiver devices for groups of more than 10 people

Important Information

  • Walking tour at 9:15 AM, the gondola ride will be at 11:30 AM (01/10 - 31/03) Walking tour at 11:00 AM, the gondola ride will be at 2:20 PM (01/10 - 31/03) Walking tour at 11:10 AM, the gondola ride will be at 2:20 PM (11/11 - 31/03) Walking tour at 11:30 AM, the gondola ride will be at 2:20 PM (01/10 - 10/11) Walking tour at 2:00 PM, the gondola ride will be at 3:45 PM (01/10 - 31/03) Walking tour at 4:00 PM, the gondola ride will be at 5:30 PM (01/10 - 31/10) The gondola ride does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather, high/low tide, or local gondoliers strike (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded) Each gondola can hold a maximum of 5 people The gondolier will determine your seat on gondola according to each guest's weight

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