Explore the hidden Venice

Duration: 3h
Languages: English
Guru: Francesco
Quality Verified Registered on January 11, 2020

Hi to all the tourists out there who are excited to get to know more about my hometown of Venice. I'm licensed tour guide, I've been doing walking tours for seven years, and I was born and raised in Venice. Over this period, I have met people from many different cultures and had the chance to share some of Venice's most beautiful places and many of it's hidden secrets. I have enjoyed the experience so much, that I have earned over 250 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor for my tours in Venice.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Welcome to one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Venice! Join my tour if you want to know more about everything this amazing city has to offer. Being a native, I know all about the interesting stories that Venice and its famous streets, canals and buildings have to tell you. I love helping tourists discover the lesser known and more hidden history of Venice. On my tours, I have many fascinating anecdotes that really make the city and its colorful past come to life.
This tour includes, but is not limited to these iconic places:

  • the Jewish ghetto
  • the oldest Jewish ghetto in the world
  • Casino di Venezia, the oldest casino in the world.
  • The Church of the Illuminati,
  • The Rialto fish market,
  • The Rialto Bridge (featured in the 007 film Casino Royale)
  • The site of the old brothels


What are you waiting for!? Book your tour with me and discover a side of the city that many tour guides never give you the chance to see. Find out why so many travelers have given me a 5 star review on TripAdvisor! Thank you so much my friend!

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  • Meeting point:
    Campo San Geremia, 30121 Venezia VE, ...
    Campo San Geremia, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
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    Find me near the old well in the middle of Campo San Geremia with my official guide badge

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

582 ratings
4.8
By category
Professionalism
4.75
Fun
4.74
Expression
4.63
Quality
4.76
Route
4.85
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515
4 stars
48
3 stars
15
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1
Nancy 27 Mar 2023
Middlebury

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Wonderful! What a knowledgeable , and fun tour guide! Francesco led us on an eclectic tour of the city which included history,art, and divine places. We loved every minute! The gondola ride was a surprise. We highly recommend this tour with Francesco.
Steve 27 Mar 2023
Columbus

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Francesco went into great detail about the ancient Jewish Ghetto of Venice. We walked through and visited many places we would not have found on our own. He was entertaining and knowledgeable with the cultural and historical aspects of the old city areas. He is a unique fellow and we enjoyed meeting him and the other people on the tour.
Max 27 Mar 2023
Norwich

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Best tour in Venice really interactive and interesting worth your time!
Fred 26 Mar 2023
Cardiff

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Great tour .. fun and informative. Goes to places you wouldn't find on your own. The guide provided lots of information that you wouldn't ordinarily find. Strongly recommend.
giorgio 26 Mar 2023
Milan

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2023
Francesco ci ha portati a fare un bellissimo tour della Venezia autentica, vista dagli occhi di un veneziano. La particolarità del tour di Francesco è la sua capacità di coinvolgerti e farti immaginare la vita ed i luoghi della Venezia antica. Tour consigliatissimo!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
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