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From Doges to Domes Self Guided Tour of Venice with App

7 Reviews 4.14 out of 5 stars Based on 7 reviews collected by Key West Private Charters and TripAdvisor | Venice, Italy
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1 to 2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Polish
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Overview

In 832 AD, two merchants smuggled a saint’s body out of Egypt, hidden in barrels of pork meat to get past the guards. That relic changed Venice forever — and the basilica built to house it still dominates the city’s most famous square.

This audio walking tour takes you through stories like this across 13 stops in the heart of Venice, from the Bridge of Sighs to a 14th-century tavern still serving wine near the Rialto. Along the way, you’ll hear how Casanova pulled off the only escape from the Doge’s Palace prison, why a three-ton bronze lion may have traveled the Silk Road from China, and where to find a spiral staircase hidden behind an ordinary Venetian façade.

Walk at your own pace through Venice’s maze of alleys and canals. Pause for a spritz or coffee whenever you want.
Available in 9 languages, this tour is the perfect orientation for those who are first time visitors to Venice and want to view the main attractions and hear the stories behind them at their own pace

What's Included

  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
  • Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
  • Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
  • Any physical devices or headphones
  • Transport
  • Human tour guide at location
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza San Marco
1, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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End point

San Polo
859, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy

The tour ends near the Rialto Bridge

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Bridge of Sighs

The name sounds romantic, but the truth is darker. Start off by learning about the famous gondolas and taking in a view of the bridge of sighs
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Doge's Palace (pass by)

A palace, a courtroom, and a prison — all in one building. Get an overview of this building...
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Piazza San Marco

Hear about all the distinct buildings that make up this famous square and why Napoleon called it Europe’s finest drawing room.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Teatro La Fenice (pass by)

Discover hidden gems like an Italian theatre, named “The Phoenix” because it keeps burning down and rising again and a spiral staircase like no other
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Ponte di Rialto

End near the Rialto bridge, explore the shopping area and discover a historical tavern
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Mark's Basilica (pass by)

Hear how it was built to house a saint’s body smuggled from Egypt in barrels of pork.
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Fondaco dei Tedeschi (pass by)

Once the headquarters of Venice’s German merchant colony, now a luxury shopping centre.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop, listening to audios and time required to walk through all the stops.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Doges to Domes Self Guided Tour of Venice with App?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
  • Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
  • Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
  • 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
  • Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
  • Audio and written guide included
  • Any physical devices or headphones
  • Transport
  • Human tour guide at location

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop, listening to audios and time required to walk through all the stops.

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