Welcome to Venice: Walking Tour, St. Mark's Basilica & Gondola Ride
3 hours
Max 18
Why take this tour?
Highlights
Explore the neighborhood of Cannaregio, and familiarize yourself with its history
Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of St. Mark's Square and admire its Basilica.
Enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride through the city's canals
- Sites Visited
- St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
- St. Mark's Basilica (exterior)
- Gondola ride
- Rialto Bridge
- Rialto Fish Market
- House of Marco Polo (exterior)
- Santa Maria dei Miracoli (exterior)
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Gondola Ride
- Headset
Take some time to explore Venice from a local's point of view
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Total Customer Reviews: 1117
Verified Ratings
4.7 /5
based on 1001 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
This tour was a great way to see the city on the first day of my visit! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and added her own personal experience growing up on the island to the tour. Would definitely recommend!
Verified · Karin · Sep 05, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
Great
We really enjoyed the guide, Roberta. She was interesting and seemed passionate about the tour. She also worked to get us in the shade as much as possible, as it was very hot. We learned about many interesting things. Loved the tour
Verified · Nan · Aug 16, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
Brilliant your. Would really recommend. The guide was brilliant and the inclusion of the gondolier ride was really fun. It was also nice in the morning as not too hot.
Verified · Marie · Aug 04, 2024 · United Kingdom · Female · 35 to 44 years
Excellent
Fantastic tour. Took our two teen/young adult kids and it moved quickly enough to keep their attn. Great route, insights, history and the perfect length of time. So glad a friend recommendation. Moses was so knowledgeable, personable and lively! Thank you!
Verified · Amy · Aug 04, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Nico was outstanding!
Verified · Audrey · Jul 24, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
Reviews from our guests
Welcome to Venice: Walking Tour, St. Mark's Basilica & Gondola Ride
of Walks customers highly recommend this tour to friends or family
Verified rating
4.7 /5
1001 Walks’ customer ratings
Guide 4.7/5
Guest Support
4.7/5
Guest reviews
1117
total guest reviews
Excellent 863 77.3%
Great 180 16.1%
Good 51 4.6%
Average 18 1.6%
Poor 5 0.4%
Latest reviews
Excellent
This tour was a great way to see the city on the first day of my visit! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and added her own personal experience growing up on the island to the tour. Would definitely recommend!
Verified · Karin · Sep 05, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
Great
We really enjoyed the guide, Roberta. She was interesting and seemed passionate about the tour. She also worked to get us in the shade as much as possible, as it was very hot. We learned about many interesting things. Loved the tour
Verified · Nan · Aug 16, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
Brilliant your. Would really recommend. The guide was brilliant and the inclusion of the gondolier ride was really fun. It was also nice in the morning as not too hot.
Verified · Marie · Aug 04, 2024 · United Kingdom · Female · 35 to 44 years
Excellent
Fantastic tour. Took our two teen/young adult kids and it moved quickly enough to keep their attn. Great route, insights, history and the perfect length of time. So glad a friend recommendation. Moses was so knowledgeable, personable and lively! Thank you!
Verified · Amy · Aug 04, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Nico was outstanding!
Verified · Audrey · Jul 24, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
Excellent
This tour was excellent! The meeting point and start was respected….Guiliano was amazing knowledgeable and entertaining….the best
Verified · Sami · Jul 08, 2024 · Canada · Male · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Allesandro was amazing in Venice, very enthusiastic resident with a ton of knowledge and tips. Great tour and experience!
Verified · Steven · Jul 04, 2024 · USA
Great
Virginia was absolutely wonderful tour guide! She had great knowledge, patient to answer questions, humorous and unconventional tour guide.
Verified · Ivetta · Jul 04, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Great
If you are not sure how to plan your stay or what to visit, I highly recommend this tour. It made our experience much better.
Verified · Sandra · Jun 13, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
Excellent tour! Helena (sp?) was wonderful! Her personal perspective and passion for her city came through as we learned about the city of Venice and made it special!!
Verified · Michelle · May 10, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
FAQs
What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?
Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. If you use a wheelchair and book this tour by accident, we are happy to offer you credit for a future tour that is wheelchair accessible anywhere in the world, or a full refund.
Does this tour always visit the Rialto Market?
The Rialto Market is closed on Mondays. If you take the tour on a Monday we will still visit Rialto but you won't see as much activity around the market.
Does my guide accompany me on the gondola ride?
No. During your gondola ride you will be alone with maximum 5 other people and your Venetian gondoliere. This experience is much better as quiet time. Just sit back, relax and soak up the beauty of the city's canals.
Can I take a gondola ride if I use a wheelchair?
No. Unfortunately, gondolas are not wheelchair accessbile.
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