Discover the essence of Venice on a well-structured city walk through historic squares, charming streets, and iconic bridges. Follow an easy route with an expert local guide and enjoy a smooth first introduction that blends famous landmarks with hidden corners and the city’s true atmosphere.
Meet your guide in Campo San Bortolo beside the monument of Carlo Goldoni, a well-known Venetian playwright. From here, walk toward the Rialto Bridge, the oldest bridge over the Grand Canal, and once the main trading hub of Venice. Nearby, see the historic Fontego dei Tedeschi, a former merchant building with lovely canal views, as your guide shares short insights into Venice’s commercial past.
Continue into the Cannaregio district to view the traditional site associated with Marco Polo. Along the way, pass lively squares and quieter streets that reveal authentic Venetian daily life away from the busiest crowds. Reach Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, one of the largest squares in Venice, where the grand Basilica of San Zanipolo reflects the city’s artistic and religious heritage.
Pass by the famous Libreria Acqua Alta, known for its creative book displays designed to protect books from flooding. Stroll through Campo Santa Maria Formosa, then cross Ponte del Remedio for a clear exterior view of the Bridge of Sighs, one of Venice’s most evocative landmarks.
The walk naturally leads you to Piazza San Marco, the grand heart of Venice and the final area of your route. Here, admire exterior views of St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, the Campanile, and the Clock Tower while your guide shares brief stories about their history and significance. After a short introduction to the gondola tradition, step aboard for a classic gondola ride and glide gently through the canals, enjoying a calm and memorable perspective of Venice from the water.
Combine this walk with our Venice Highlights Tour for guided visits to St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace with pre-reserved tickets.
We meet at Campo San Bortolo, near the monument of Carlo Goldoni. Your guide will have a signboard that says “Walks In Europe.”
Address: Campo S. Bortolomio, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
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