Shore Excursions Group
Hidden Gems Of Venice Walking Tour, Rialto Bridge And Gondola
Hidden Gems of Venice Walking Tour, Rialto Bridge and Gondola
This tour is perfect for those who want to skip the crowded and touristy sites for a more off-the-beaten path and personal experience.
Your local and professional tour guide is full of knowledge and will take you to the Fenice Theater, world-famous for the opera masterpieces it hosts every year.
Continue through a tiny calle, or alley, to the Scala of the Bovolo, a hidden architectural masterpiece that blends both Gothic and Renaissance styles. At the Rialto Bridge area, you will stroll along the famous Mercerie, a historical commercial hub that today is Venice’s main shopping district.
From here you will leave the lively and noisy alleys behind as you climb into a shared gondola for an enchanting and most scenic ride through the canals of Venice. Enjoy the city’s colors, lights, charm and beauty as you make your way through hidden canals, past elegant bank-side palaces and under unique bridges.
The gondola ride is not narrated. Contrary to popular belief, gondoliers do not typically sing. Instead, they are known to row, and most speak only Italian.
Book this unique tour today and get ready to discover a quieter, more peaceful side of Venice at a relaxed pace.
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Venice, Florida, a charming coastal city on the Gulf of Mexico, is a perfect blend of natural beauty and relaxed ambiance. Known for its picturesque Venice Beach, this destination offers pristine sands and clear waters ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and shelling. The beach is renowned for its fossilized shark teeth, making it a favorite spot for amateur paleontologists. The city's historic downtown area, with its Mediterranean Revival architecture, exudes a timeless charm. Stroll along Venice Avenue, where you’ll find quaint boutiques, art galleries, and delightful eateries. The area reflects Venice’s unique blend of old-world elegance and modern convenience, perfect for a leisurely afternoon of shopping and dining. For nature enthusiasts, the Legacy Trail offers a scenic route through Sarasota County, ideal for biking and hiking. This 10.6-mile trail provides beautiful views of the surrounding wetlands and forests. Nearby, the Myakka River State Park offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, including alligators and a variety of bird species. Fun Fact: Venice is home to the world’s largest collection of fossilized shark teeth, with some specimens dating back millions of years. It’s a paradise for treasure hunters and beachcombers alike! |
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05/03/22 - 05/15/27 |
Starting At $88 |
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This tour takes place in historical areas and, therefore, is not wheelchair accessible. Guests must be able to walk on paved as well as cobblestone surfaces. This tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or those who use partly-motorized vehicles or walkers. Guests must be able to step down into the gondola. Seats in the gondola are low to the floor.
