Original Walk & Gondola Ride

This walking tour covers the major highlights of Venice. You will visit St. Mark's square and learn the history that lies behind the walls of St Mark's Basilica, Venice's most famous landmark (with skip the line tickets). Then you will discover the Doge's Palace (exterior) and its adjoining prisons, that hold the true secrets to understanding how a city was built on swamps and then became one of the most civilized cities in the world. Next, you will leave the large crowds in St. Mark's square to explore Hidden Venice. You will learn the history of Venice from its origins to present-day. You'll hear tales of famous Venetian personalities, like Marco Polo and Casanova to enjoy a full introduction to the city on foot. Then the tour continues with a small group Gondola Ride. This experience is an absolute must for visitors to Venice, you'll travel in a traditional Venetian Gondola limited to a maximum of six people. Float quietly through the narrow winding canals of the St. Mark's district to experience an intimate part that seems like a different Venice, where time has actually stood still throughout the centuries. This part includes sites such as La Fenice Opera House, Guggenheim Museum & Peggy Guggenheim's Home, the beautiful San Moise Church, Mozart's Home in Venice, the ill-fated Ca' Dario Palace and the magnificent Salute Church.