Welcome to Your Experience

In this adventure through Venice, your tour kicks off at St. Mark's Square and will unfold in English or Italian based on your preference. Begin by marveling at the grandeur of the square before making your way to Santa Maria Formosa. This Renaissance church is renowned for its stunning façade; here you'll uncover why it bears the name "Formosa" along with intriguing legends tied to it.

Next, venture into Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, a piazza notable for its Gothic church that commands attention. Traverse bridges and canals en route to other remarkable landmarks such as Marco Polo's historic residence, the Great School of Charity, and the Malibran Theatre during this brisk walk.

Your journey will take you back towards St. Mark’s Square via Mercerie—the bustling main shopping street in Venice. Here, your guide will escort you to a gondola landing stage where they'll bid farewell as you commence your water taxi ride along the Grand Canal. This segment of your tour unveils sights missed during the walking tour.

As you glide through the Rio De Le Ostreghe on your 2-hour gondola excursion, marvel at Desdemona’s House and Mozart's residence while passing by the iconic La Fenice Theatre. Glide along the Grand Canal to glimpse the Peggy Guggenheim Museum before arriving in front of Salute Church. From this vantage point, you'll capture panoramic views including St. Giorgio’s Island, the Bell Tower of Saint Mark’s, and Doge's Palace—bringing your Venice exploration on foot and water to a fulfilling close.

Interesting Facts

Venice is renowned for its unique vehicular-free environment; while cars or trains can bring you into the city, navigating it by boat or walking is essential. Comprising 118 islands interconnected by over 400 bridges spanning across 150 canals, Venice offers an excellent experience best explored on foot and via waterways like gondolas.