Discover the magic of Venice on foot and by water with this combined walking tour and gondola ride. Explore the historic city center with a local guide, admire the shimmering gold mosaics inside St. Mark’s Basilica, then glide through the canals aboard Venice’s most iconic form of transport.

Meet near the Rialto Bridge and learn why its construction was once considered a terrible idea. Visit the nearby Rialto Fish Market to discover Venice’s long fishing tradition and its connection to local cuisine, and collect a few restaurant tips from your guide. Continue to the sestiere (district) of Cannaregio, home to hidden gems. See the house where Marco Polo once lived, visit the unique Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, and admire a striking statue by Verocchio on the Campo San Giovanni and Paolo. Stroll through quiet alleyways as your guide shares stories of Venice’s rich past.

Then arrive at St. Mark’s Square and enter St. Mark’s Basilica with pre-reserved tickets, bypassing the lines. Inside, learn about the basilica’s blend of Eastern and Western design, the story behind St. Mark’s relics and how they arrived in Venice, and admire the dazzling gold mosaics.

Your guide will then leave you to enjoy a 30-minute (approximately) gondola ride with a professional gondolier. Limited to only 5 people per gondola, this experience will be both intimate and relaxing. Punt through the quieter canals of Venice as you relax and enjoy the city at its best!

Why you’ll love this…

Learn the secrets and history of the Rialto Bridge
Row down the hidden canals of Venice in a gondola
See the Rialto Market and learn about Venetian cuisine
Discover the house where Marco Polo lived
Admire the stunning gold ceiling at St. Mark’s Basilica

Important to know

Accessibility:

This experience is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments and wheelchair users

Not allowed:

Large bags, trolleys and backpacks
Strollers

Know in advance:

All visitors, regardless of gender, must cover their shoulders and knees inside St. Mark's Basilica. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the Basilica
The gondola ride cannot operate during heavy rain or high tides. In this case, an alternative itinerary will be provided
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
The gondola can accommodate 5 people max
Skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica (12€)
The Rialto Fish Market is closed on Sundays
The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted
Please note that a photo ID is required to visit St. Mark's Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Guided walking tour
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Gondola ride
Local guide
Small group experience

What’s not included

Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Tips

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Campo S. Giacomo di Rialto 255, 30125 Venice VE, Italy

Meeting point:

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign outside the entrance of the Church of San Giacometto at Campo San Giacomo di Rialto (also known as Campo San Giacometto).