Historic Walking Tour

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Overview

Experience the magic of Venice from both land and water with this guided walking tour and unforgettable gondola ride along the Grand Canal. Begin your journey in the heart of Venice with a guided stroll through the city’s historic streets. Admire the breathtaking St. Mark’s Basilica, pass the Doge’s Palace, and cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs as your expert guide shares stories of Venetian culture, history, and architecture. After the walking tour, step aboard a traditional gondola and glide through the city’s iconic canals. From the water, enjoy panoramic views of Venice’s treasures, including Piazza San Marco, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the Opera House, and the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute. Live commentary during the gondola ride brings Venice’s past to life. Your experience also includes access to the sightseeing app, giving you self-guided walking tours and rich sightseeing content to explore more of Venice at your own pace—day or night.

What’s Included

  • 30-minute Grand Canal gondola ride.
  • Guided walking tour through Venice’s historic center.
  • Access to the mobile sightseeing app with self-guided tours.

Not Included

  • Entry to attractions.
  • Mobile device or headphones.
  • Public transportation tickets.

Meeting Points & Schedule

Walking Tour Meeting Point: Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, Venice Tours Office (just off St. Mark’s Square). Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time. Gondola Ride Departure Point: Calle Larga Ascensione, at the Venice Tours Assistance Point near St. Mark’s Square. Look for staff in “Touristation” uniforms with orange umbrellas. Gondola Ride Departure Times (based on tour language):
  • English / Italian – 11:40 AM
  • English / Spanish – 4:40 PM
  • German – 2:20 PM
  • French – 2:20 PM
  • English – 6:20 PM

Know Before You Go

  1. Your voucher must be used on the travel date selected during booking.
  2. Download the app in advance to access your free self-guided tours.
  3. Unfortunately, this experience is not wheelchair accessible.
  4. The total experience duration is approximately 1 hour (walking + gondola).

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I redeem my voucher?
You must present your voucher to the Touristation staff at the gondola boarding point, located in front of the Grand Canal. Look for team members in Touristation uniforms holding orange umbrellas.

How long does the gondola ride last?
The gondola ride lasts approximately 30 minutes. Combined with the walking tour, the full experience is around 1 hour.

Do I need to be early? Yes, you must arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before your selected time slot to ensure timely check-in.

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