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Treasures of Venice: Renaissance Era Tour

Lucia - The Passionate Art Historian
Elena  - Venetian since 1200.

Our locals for this tour

Lucia, Elena & 14 other locals

You’ve probably heard that Venice is well-known for its influence during the renaissance era, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Venice

  • Category

    City highlight tours

  • Duration

    2.5 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Italiano • Hrvatski • Српски • العربية • Deutsch • Español • Français • 中文 • Русский

  • What's included

    Private Guide • 1 Local Tasting

Here’s an overview of your tour

Venice is full of culture and folklore, and on this private tour, your local host is going to take you to discover more about the renaissance era.

Through your local host’s storytelling skills and different stops, you’ll fully submerge yourself in the culture of Venice and dive into the subject of your tour, the renaissance era. Discover cultural traits around this era and how it has shaped Venice, from past to the present. Because isn't culture what makes a city truly special?!

As you embrace the local culture, its traditions, beliefs, customs, stories, and legends, you’ll see Venice from a different perspective. Take your experience to the next level and follow your local host to the St Marco district where you’ll check out spots relevant to the culture such as the Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, Paradise Arch, and San Marco Square. As you go from stop to stop, you’ll see how the culture of Venice is in every corner blending in perfectly with the local life.

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Venice, your Venice!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    In front of Ruzzini Palace Hotel, Campo Santa Maria Formosa
  • Culture of the City

    On this private tour, you’ll experience and discover Venice through its culture. Whether it’s focused on a tradition, a special part of town with a story to tell, cultural beliefs, or around a cultural activity that shaped the city into what it is - this tour will be a cultural awakening you can’t miss!
  • Renaissance era in Venice

    Your tour will focus on the renaissance era, a very important cultural subject in Venice. Thanks to your local host, you’ll learn and see how the renaissance era made an impact in Venice, making you experience the city from a different perspective.
  • Cultural Highlights

    As you deep dive into the subject of your tour, you’ll make stops to visit unique spots that will give you a full picture of the city. Visit San Marco Square, Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, Paradise Arch, and more and see how these cultural highlights are part of the local life but have so much history behind them!
  • Storytelling Journey

    As you discover the cultural side of Venice, you’ll be able to embrace it thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time.
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?

Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

  • Lucia - The Passionate Art Historian

    Lucia

    The Passionate Art Historian

    Lucia
    5.0
    134 reviews
    I speak
    Italiano • English
  • Elena  - Venetian since 1200.

    Elena

    Venetian since 1200.

    Elena
    5.0
    18 reviews
    I speak
    English • Italiano
  • Mattia - The History Buff

    Mattia

    The History Buff

    Mattia
    5.0
    44 reviews
    I speak
    English • Italiano
  • Rocco - Venetian Anthropologist

    Rocco

    Venetian Anthropologist

    Rocco
    5.0
    5 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français • Italiano
  • Valentina - The Eclectic Foodie

    Valentina

    The Eclectic Foodie

    Valentina
    4.9
    109 reviews
    I speak
    English • Italiano
  • Mina - Official tour guide
    Marco - Venetian Patriot
    +9

    Mina, Marco & 9 other locals are available

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Wear comfortable shoes for walking
  • Included

    • Private Guide
    • 1 Local Tasting
  • Not included

    • Tickets Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
1147 reviews
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    About local Romy
    5.0

    Informative tour by a true local expert

    "We had a great time learning all about her hometown of Venice from Romy. She brought an excellent perspective to the tour about the history of Venice and modern life there. Romy spoke English very we...

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    About local Romy
    5.0

    Venetian Renaissance

    "We had a wonderful tour with Romy. She tailored the walk to our interests giving us an over of the influence of the Renaissance on Venetian art and architecture. Then, showed us many examples of each...

  • Anne  picture
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    About local Romy
    5.0

    Fascinating History and Value for Money

    "Our tour really was value for money. Romy's extensive knowledge of the history of Venice and the role of the Venetian Renaissance artists was so interesting. We visited numerous sites of interest and...

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Questions?

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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  • What payment methods are available?
    During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.
  • Can I pay in any currency?
    Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.
  • Is this tour always private?
    All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.

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