Venetian Secrets Revealed: Immersive Sightseeing with Local Guide
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12 Ratings
Venezia
Uncover the hidden secrets of Venice with a local guide on a unique and immersive sightseeing tour. Explore off-the-beaten-path routes, discover hidden treasures, and experience the true essence of the city.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Campo San Barnaba - We will meet in Campo San Barnaba at the well in front of the church, a place of legends and cinematographic adventures. We will discover “the life on the water” and a we will see even a floating market!
  • Fondamenta Zattere - The longest fondamenta in Venice. You will discover everything about building palazzi in Venice
  • Squero di San Trovaso - From outside. We will discover all the secrets of our gondola
  • Chiesa di San Trovaso - Do you know what is a mascaron ? Scary or funny, this decoration is much more !
  • Gallerie dell’Accademia - Discover everything about our scuole grandi and the history of the most important museum of Venetian art !
  • Campo Santo Stefano - Many secrets are waiting for you here: huge gorgeous palazzi, magic potion, secret doors. What are you waiting for? Join me !
What's Included
  • Expert local tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Take a dive into the authentic Venice with a covert itinerary tour! An exclusive stroll, straying from the crammed paths and over-touristy spots to explore the quintessence and mysteries of my Venice! Handpicked for you are the best calli and unconventional routes that lead to clandestine gems. We will unearth the Venice locals cherish, we will traverse historical bridges for unparalleled vistas and even locate a concealed garden!

Gear up for some quick quizzes, riddles and even challenges, and prepare to soak up the Venetian ethos!
We will rendezvous at Campo San Barnaba at the well opposite the church, a site of lore and filmic adventures. We will learn about ‘life on the water’ and a one-of-a-kind floating market. Plunging into the dorsoduro district, the most artistic in the floating city, with its palatial homes, charming churches and architectural elements of exceptional beauty! Our journey concludes in San Marco’s district revealing something unimaginable.

  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Location
Studio Frari Wifi
Campo dei Frari
At the well in the middle of the campo, next to the Frari church
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Hennaf2021
Dec 23, 2023
Lucia is superb. Excellent tour. - Highly Recommended! Lucia does an excellent job. Fun, warm, knowledgeable and truly goes for the gem. Sign up now.
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Worldviewernewcastle
Sep 18, 2023
Secrets of Venice - A wonderful tour made all the more enjoyable by having Matteo as our guide. Knowledgeable, enthusiastic and very engaging, he took us on a 2 hour journey of some of the lesser known parts of Venice. We visited the Jewish ghetto, which was interesting and sad as there were images and references to the deportation of Jews from here, something which is very important to discuss. Then a meander through the quiet streets and canals down to the Rialto bridge. A lovely and educational tour made all the more enjoyable by Matteo
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Srose614
Jun 15, 2023
Fantastic introduction to Venice - Absolutely loved the tour with Lucia! This was a great introduction to Venice and she was incredibly informative about the history of the city as well as being able to share tips on where to go, places to eat, local foods, etc that was really helpful. Did the tour on my first afternoon in Venice which really made all the difference to my whole visit. As a local resident Lucia is full of passion for this amazing city. Highly recommend.
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Kristine_c
Mar 22, 2023
Fantastic experience! - Lucia was lovely and gave us a fantastic tour. She has a love and passion for the city that was infectious. I would highly recommend this tour - it was a highlight of our stay!
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Jim
Oct 19, 2022
Excellent Tour - The tour with Lucia was excellent. She presented a very informed, totally interesting and interactive tour. My wife and I learned much about Venice and its amazing history. I would highly recommend Lucia's tours to anyone interested in learning a bit more about Venice
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Babybucky
May 6, 2022
You have NOT seen Venice until you see it through Lucia's eyes - We are in love with Lucia! All the locals adore her which means you get the best most imaginative and proper local tour ever. You will see secret places, meet fascinating people, taste cicchetti, smell unusual scents, hear new sounds, travel and walk more than you dreamt and never get tired because Lucia INSPIRES you like the angel that whispers, keep looking around the next corner. Venice without Lucia is like a Cappuccino without milk- not a cappuccino at all! Book her now! You will NOT be disappointed. She will be wearing sky blue, Lucia Blue!!!
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999suzannev
May 2, 2022
Amazing tour - It was an amazing tour, with lots of interesting insights of Venice, the food and the People. Lucia managed to show us all the beautiful streets, bridges etc. Without all the crowds. I loved it!
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Sophiegreattravel
Aug 30, 2020
Lucia excellent tour guide in Venice! - Lucia was an excellent tour guide, we had a funny, interactive and informative tour. Either you would like to listen to history and fun facts about the city of Venice and many tips, she is definitely the one !
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T8084eilinag
Aug 30, 2020
The best tour experience in Venice with Lucia! - The best tour experience in Venice! Lucia was friendly, funny and very informative. Definitely recommended!
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Venezianascosta
Jul 12, 2020
Fantastico! - Lucia's tour was fantastic, as insightful as entertaining. She showed us the "real" Venice off the beaten track in her charmingly passionate Venetian way.
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