An absolute must for the first time visitor to Venice!

Visit St. Mark’s Square and learn the history that lies behind the walls of its most famous landmarks; the Basilica and its Byzantine heritage, the Doge’s Palace (exterior only) and its adjoining prisons, that retain the true secrets to comprehend how a city built on swamps became one of the most enlightened cities in the western world. Visit the famed Basilica of St. Marks without having to stand in long queues!

Then, leave the square to discover the “real Venice” as you enter a labyrinth of narrow passageways and alleys where a magical city of meandering canals punctuated by delicate bridges awaits you. Explore the lively Campo Santa Maria Formosa with its outstanding Gothic Palaces and at the Scuola di San Marco learn about the famous trade schools of Venice that provided the foundations of the great mercantile empire.

And, through the sights and historical narrations learn how illustrious Venetians, the likes of Marco Polo, and more common citizens made this city of stone a vibrant and magical place. See Marco Polo’s House and enjoy tales of this legendary globe-trotting Venetian.

Admire the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo “the Pantheon of Venice”, enter an old merchants warehouse and see the most beautiful well-head in Venice before finishing the tour near the Rialto bridge. And of course, discover the Venice of today, and what it is like to live in the most beautiful city of the world. The tour will conveniently conclude at the Rialto Bridge.

Skip the Line! Book your Original Venice Walking Tour ahead of time to take advantage of jumping the queue at St. Marks Basilica. Don’t waste time waiting in lines on vacation! Please note, occasionally the Basilica will be closed to the public (without notice) because of festivities or high water.

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Posted on April 11th, 2008. Filed Under Italy Attractions Category
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