PRIVATE  ORIGINAL & BEST VENICE WALKING TOUR 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 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. 
Then, leave the square and crowds behind to discover the "real Venice ", enter a labyrinth of narrow passageways and alleys where an enchanting 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 merchant's warehouse and see the most beautiful well-head in Venice. And emerge from the labyrinth of the Hidden Venice to discover the Rialto Bridge waiting for you! And, of course, discover how Venice is today and how it is to live in the most unique city in the World, though not the most practical. The tour finishes at the Rialto Bridge. Satisfaction Guaranteed! We have special permission for our groups to enter the Basilica without having to stand-in-line for twenty minutes or more. We guarantee a full two-hour tour. *Sometimes the Basilica is closed to the public because of festivities or high water. Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter religious sites . OUR MOST POPULAR PRIVATE TOUR OF VENICE PRIVATE VENICE IN 1 DAY! Our most popular private tour package in Venice is our Private Venice in 1 Day that combines a three-hour walking tour of the city with a one-hour boat tour of the Grand Canal with one of our expert local guides. Within the four-hour time of the tour of Venice, allow our expert local guides to plan the perfect introduction to Venice that will satisfy your own particular needs and desires. For further details......... | 
