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From the Rialto Fish Market to the Doge's Palace, Gondola of Five
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VeniceA first day in Venice, arranged to cover the city rather than just the square, and it starts at the Rialto rather than at St Mark's. The walk crosses the Rialto Bridge and goes through the fish market, which is where the food culture of the city actually lives. Then the gondola, out onto the Grand Canal and into the back canals, with a maximum of five people per boat. After that, St Mark's Basilica with pre-booked tickets and first-floor access, which puts you level with the gold mosaics instead of looking up at them. Then the Doge's Palace, again skipping the line. The options differ and it is worth checking which you are buying. The 8:30am departure is capped at 20 people and includes a lunch break on your own. The 8:15am runs four hours, with up to 25 people and no break. The Venice Express half-day is four hours on the basilica and the palace, without the gondola.
What's included
- Rialto Fish Market
- Gondola Ride (Venice Express Half Day Option excluded)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25€)
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- New Prisons
- Rialto Bridge
- Guided Walk of the back streets of Venice
- Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (12€)
- Bridge of Sighs
- House of Marco Polo ( exterior)
Itinerary
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C.po San Giacomo, Venezia
Arrive 15 minutes before the start. The guide holds a green Walks sign. The meeting point is outside the entrance of the Church of San Giacometto, Campo San Giacomo di Rialto 255, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy.
Ponte di Rialto
The tour starts at street level with a guided walk through the parts of the city worth walking. The Rialto Bridge, and the fish market where Venetian food culture is on open display. Along the way, the Venetians worth knowing about, Marco Polo among them, and how this city was built and then survived against every reasonable expectation. (1 hour on the Express option.)
Sightseeing & Photo Stop
A stop to look and to photograph.
Casa di Marco Polo
A stop to look and to photograph.
Canal Grande
At the end of the walk, the gondola: out along the Grand Canal and then into the quieter back canals, with a maximum of 5 people per boat. Note: the gondola is not included in the Express option.
San Marco
A break. It is not included, but the guide will tell you where to get a decent coffee and something to eat. Note: there is no break on the 8:15am Venice In a Day option or on the Express option.
Basilica di San Marco
After the break the group meets again in St Mark's Square. The tickets to St Mark's Basilica are pre-booked and skip the line, and the guide covers the history, the architecture and the art. The first-floor access puts you close to the gold mosaics rather than under them.
Palazzo Ducale
Then the other great building in Venice, the Doge's Palace. Pre-booked tickets again, and a local guide through the council rooms, the audience halls and the paintings by Veronese and Tintoretto.
Bridge Of Sighs
A stop to look and to photograph.
Venice
St Mark's Square.
Not included
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
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- In case of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather (heavy rain, strong wind, high tide) conditions that prevent the gondola ride from taking place or any operational or safety reasons beyond our control it may be substituted for another experience, but no refund will be provided.
- Due to the religious nature of sites on this tour, all individuals (regardless of gender) must cover their shoulders and knees. It is acceptable to bring extra coverings to put on just before entering a holy site. Walks cannot be responsible for anyone denied entry.
- All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.
- Venice Express Option: Gondola is not included.
- Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
- 8:30am tour is limited to 20 people and includes a lunch break on your own, while the 8:15am tour does not include a lunch break (shorter duration of 4 hours) and a maximum of 25 people in your group.
- St. Mark’s Basilica can be subject to closures due to particular liturgical celebrations, especially during major religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas. In the event that the Basilica is closed, explanations will be provided from the outside.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- Up to 15 travelers per booking.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guiding available in: en.
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