Duration: 3 Hours
Today on this 3-hour walking tour of the San Marco sestieri, your private walking guide will focus on the traditional historic sites. Where you will learn how Venice evolved as a city through the fascinating history of its most important sites: the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace, the Clock Tower, and Piazza San Marco. See the Golden Basilica with its 89,000 sq, ft. of mosaics and incredible Golden Screen, then walk through the alleys of Venice to reach the Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Market.
The Piazza San Marco is a main gathering place in the city of Venice. it is one of the largest Piazza’s in the world & with its palaces, pavement cafes, and pigeons, the piazza is one of the most iconic sights in all of Venice. Also, you will visit the Doge’s Palace once the seat of the Venetian Empire and houses masterpieces of art by Titian, Veronese, as well as Tintoretto. Then walk through the Bridge of Sighs.
OPTIONAL: Add +1 Hour to your day to include the Secret Itineraries
The Secret Itinerary through the Doge’s Palace covers the rooms and chambers where the delicate work of some of the most important bodies in the Venetian administration was carried out. These spaces offer an interesting insight into and acknowledgement of the civil and political history of the Venice Republic, its public organizations, and its institutional bodies deputed to government and justice.
Inclusions:
All Entry Tickets & Advanced Reservations
- Private expert English-speaking local walking guide
