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Exceptional History Tour
"We thoroughly enjoyed our three hours with Alessandro as we began our trip to Venice. He is a passionate historian and teacher. His energy and pace were perfect. We gained a great appreciation of Venetian history, culture, and values, and we appreciated that he knew exactly where to spend extra time to tell stories and ask questions, when to keep walking, and also when to stop for an espresso. He was engaging and deeply knowledgeable. We would highly recommend touring with Alessandro!"
CatherineAbout local AlessandroVenice, February 24, 2026
5.0
Great guide!
"Wonderful time spent touring St Marks Basílica and Doges Palace with Roko. Very knowledgeable, friendly guide. We learned a lot. Generous with information on lunch and dinner options. Great guy! Highly recommend."
"Nicoletta was a fantastic guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable and flexible. She answered questions about other paintings not on our stop, gave recommendations for seeing other sites and was a pleasure to be with!"
"My wife and I had a walking tour with Elisabetta some years ago, so when she had the good fortune to visit Venice with three of her girlfriends, she was delighted to book a personal guided tour of St Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace with her. It was such a treat and Elisabetta kindly offered to split the tour into two halves, with a lunch break in the middle. My wife and I are looking forward to our next Venetian vacation, and we plan to book another guided tour that will show us some of the places that we don’t yet know.
Many thx, Elisabetta!"
AnnemarieAbout local ElisabettaVenice, October 6, 2025
Explore Venice with our incredible locals
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Welcome to the heart of Venice, the magnificent Piazza San Marco! This isn't just a square; it's the soul of the city, full of history and secrets. Your unforgettable private San Marco tour is waiting.
The Rich History of Piazza San Marco
Once just a small garden in front of the original basilica, Piazza San Marco has been the vibrant center of Venetian life for over a millennium. Napoleon famously called it 'the drawing room of Europe'.
Historic Cafes of San Marco Square
Experience true Venetian culture by visiting Caffè Florian in San Marco, Italy's oldest café, which opened in 1720. Imagine sipping an espresso where centuries of artists, writers, and nobles gathered.
Casanova's Great Escape from San Marco
The infamous adventurer Giacomo Casanova was imprisoned in the Doge's Palace on San Marco square. He made a legendary and daring escape from its rooftop prison in 1756. Hear the full story with a local!
San Marco's Golden Basilica
Nicknamed the 'Church of Gold' for its stunning golden mosaics, St. Mark's Basilica is a masterpiece of Italo-Byzantine architecture. Its treasures tell the story of Venice's power and faith.
The Moors of the San Marco Clock Tower
Twice a day, the two bronze figures known as the 'Moors' strike the bell atop the San Marco Clock Tower. This mechanical marvel has been telling time for Venetians and visitors for over 500 years.
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The Best of Venice: San Marco Highlights & Gondola Ride
1640 reviews
3 hours | City highlight tours | Venice
Discover Venice’s most iconic landmarks in San Marco — from the majestic basilica to the stunning Doge’s Palace. With a local by your side, this experience goes beyond the postcards, blending must-sees with hidden gems and a classic gondola ride to top it off!
Venetian Majesty: Private Tour of St. Mark’s Basilica including Terrace and Doge’s Palace
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With Lucia Bondetti
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's square Family friendly tour, Fun and treasure hunt
152 reviews
2 hours | city highlight tours | Venice
You and your family get to travel back through time and history, discovering symbols and secrets and solving many mysteries during an exciting treasure hunt in the majestic Doge's Palace! No need to wait in line as your host can pre-buy a skip the line ticket for you and your little ones!
"Hello, we booked a private tour with Rocco to visit the cathedral and the palace. We had a wonderful 3 hours with him! He is so knowledgeable and kept us engaged and interested the entire time. It is like taking a tour from a art and history phd....he is full of stories and history and very passionate about Venice. Thank you so much Rocco we learned so much from you and we had a wonderful time together! "
AnneMarieAbout local roccoVenice, October 18, 2025
5.0
Our experience in Venice
"Mina was an excellent guide. He was a great storyteller and was knowledgeable about the history of the Basilica and Doges Palace. The tour was appropriately paced, accommodating the needs of my family and attentive to each of us. Mina has a lovely personality, and we would be excited to work with him again."
"We had a great morning tour of St Marks and the Doge’s Palace with Mina. He is very knowledgeable and does not rush you through the sites. He is very personable and way to chat with and has no problem answering our questions and entertained with interesting and amusing anecdotes. I highly recommend seeing the sites with Mina. "
Tom and BarbaraAbout local MinaVenice, September 15, 2025
5.0
Simply Amazing!!!
"Lucia was the most gracious, cheerful, knowledgeable guide tour ever!!!… You could not ask for a better one, more that a guide she treats you like an old cherished friend, always available and attentive of your needs, even before arriving to Venice and during yoir whole stay, she is always there for you, recommending places, making sure you find your way around and most importantly, that you enjoy Venice and learn about its amazing history at the same time… my whole family agreed that Lucia’s tour was the highlight of our trip to Venice, so, if you see her available do not hesitate… she is simply amazing!!!… Thank you so much Lucia!!!"
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1180 reviews
3 hours | skip the line tours | Venice
Experience the splendor of Venice like never before on a private tour that unveils the history and artistry of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. With a local art historian as your guide, skip the lines and delve into the heart of Venetian power and faith.
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