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Venice Walking Tour – with Skip the Line Entrance to St Mark’s Basilica
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Key Highlights
- This Venice tour provides a perfect introduction to the city
- Enjoy a walking tour that shows you the major Venice highlights
- Rush past the long queues at St Mark’s Basilica with skip-the-line access
- Go off the beaten track and explore the hidden side of Venice, which many tourists never see
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Activity Schedule
When does it run?
09 May 16 - 16 Jul 16: Daily except Sunday at 11:10am & 1:45pm and Sunday at 2:00pm
Duration
17 Jul 16 - 04 Sep 16 Daily except Sunday at 11:10am and Sunday at 2:00pm
05 Sep 16 - 15 Oct 16: Daily except Sunday at 11:10am & 1:45pm and Sunday at 2:00pm
16 Oct 16 - 31 Oct 16: Daily except Sunday at 11:10am and Sunday at 2:00pm
01 Nov 16 - 12 Nov 16: Daily except Sunday at 11:10am
13 Nov 16 - 21 Dec 16 Tuesday, Friday & Saturday at 10:00am
22 Dec 16 - 05 Jan 17 Daily except Sunday at 10:00am
06 Jan 17 - 31 Jan 17: Tuesday & Saturday at 10:00am
01 Feb 17 - 22 Feb 17: Tuesday, Friday & Saturday at 10:00am
23 Feb 17 - 28 Feb 17 Daily except Sunday at 10:00am
01 Mar 17 - 11 Mar 17: Tuesday, Friday & Saturday at 10:00am
12 Mar 17 - 31 Mar 17: Daily except Sunday at 11:10am & Sunday at 2:00pm2 hours
Start time09 May 16 - 16 Jul 16: 11:10am, 1:45pm & 2:00pm
Meeting Point
17 Jul 16 - 04 Sep 16 11:10am & 2:00pm
05 Sep 16 - 15 Oct 16: 11:10am, 1:45pm & 2:00pm
16 Oct 16 - 31 Oct 16: 11:10am & 2:00pm
01 Nov 16 - 12 Nov 16: 11:10am
13 Nov 16 - 11 Mar 17: 10:00am
12 Mar 17 - 31 Mar 17: 11:10am & 2:00pmMeeting Point: Tour departs from the entrance to the Royal Gardens, located along the waterfront on St Mark's Square. Follow the line of trees for around 100 metres to come to the Gardens entrance.
Please read the below instructions carefully to help you find the meeting point.
Arriving by Water-Bus (Vaporetto):Get off at St Marco Vallaresso , turn right , cross over a small bridge and the Royal Gardens are located on your left after 100 meters.
Arriving On foot: From San Mark’s square, facing the basilica, turn right and walk to the waterfront, then take another right and walk past all the souvenirs stalls for about 200 meters, Royal gardens are located on your right.
Please report at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time. This is mandatory to allow time for pre-departure briefing.
Ending PointThe tour ends at the Rialto Bridge
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Overview & Itinerary
Overview
This tour provides the perfect introduction to Venice. You will explore the two sides of Venice; start in St Mark's Square, the large piazza which is the heart of Venice and continue to explore the intricate, narrow and winding back streets of Venice.
The first stop for many visitors to Venice is Piazza San Marco. This large square is at the very heart of the city and is home to the famous Basilica di San Marco and the distinctive pink and white Doge's Palace.
You will also explore the back streets of Venice, the narrow alleyways are home to beautiful canals, churches and piazzas that enthrall visitors. One of those you will visit was the home of Marco Polo, while there you will learn more about the famous explorer.
Itinerary
The tour starts from the entrance to the Royal Gardens on the water front of St. Mark’s square. Accompanied by a guide you will set out on your walking tour which introduces many of the most exciting sights of Venice.
Visit Marco Polo's House and a Merchants warehouse. In St Mark's Square see the Doge's Palace and the adjoining prisons and listen as your guide will tell you the fascinating stories behind these buildings.
Then enjoy a guided tour of the interior of St. Mark's Basilica. This grand building dominates St Mark's Square and is one of the most iconic structures in Venice.
Also take a walk through the Labyrinth of backstreets which make up the hidden side of Venice, you will find a labyrinth of narrow passageways and alleys, which many tourists never see.
The tour ends at the Rialto Bridge.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Guided walking tour of Venice
- English speaking local expert guide
- Skip-the-line entrance to St Mark's Basilica
Exclusions
- Hotel pick up & drop off
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Please note & Additional info
Please note
Please call the local activity operator anytime between 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Saturday, atleast a day prior to the start of the tour to confirm the departure details.
Your tour guide will be holding a sign with the name of the tour written on it
In condition of high water, St Mark’s Basilica Skip the line entrance will remain closed
Skip the line tickets to St Mark’s Basilica are valid from 1st April until 31st October. During the winter months, due to less affluence to St Mark’s Basilica, this service is not provided by the church to all operators and individual travelers
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements Tour operates rain or shine.
Large bags are not allowed into St Mark's Basilica.
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.Additional info
The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.This tour can easily be taken by those arriving in Venice as part of a cruise. Most cruise companies offer water taxi transfers into St Mark's Square (approx 10 minutes). Alternatively if you have more time and would like to explore the enchanting back streets of Venice you can walk in around 1 hour. -
Reviews
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Enjoyed the tour, our guide was very knowledgeable, good to skip the queue and duration was just right. Would recommend...
mrs stefanie gabrel -
Andrea was awesome
Andrea made the tour even better. His insights, hisotical coments, and genuine love for his city made the walk and talk even better. His respect for locals and trying to keep our...
George E Herman -
Really lovely and informative
The guide was so knowledgeable and thoughtful. She was really pleasant and made sure everyone was keeping up. The tour was so good. It was around 2 and 1/2 hours in the end so...
Mrs k Gray - Read all
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