You booked this experience
Make your trip unforgettable

Venice Off the Beaten Path: Private Tour in Venice with a Local

36 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 36 reviews collected by Key West Private Charters and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers |
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards.
Venice, Italy
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 1 more
Italian
Instant confirmation

Overview

This Venice tour by a local guide is a unique experience, tailored on your interest. It is a private tour: only you and your local licensed guide and great lover of Venice.
During the off the beaten paths Venice tour you will wander through a very authentic local neighborhood, you will enjoy the magic greeneries of a Venetian palazzo and you will listen to beautiful local stories and legends that only Venetians knows

What's Included

  • A private experience led by a local guide great lover of Venice and art historian
  • Gratuities
See 1 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Campo dei Frari
2995, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

Venice (pass by)

Are you looking for Venice tours but you can't choose the best option for you? Do you like the idea to join Venice tours by locals? This is the best option for you! Together we will visit some of the hidden gems of Venice, you'll explore the floating city like you've never done before. A unique experience of its kind, two hours of intense discovery of a city like you've never seen.This private city walk want to show you hidden gems and secrets corners of Venice. During this tour you will enjoy one of the most peaceful and not touristy district of the city: Dorsoduro, also known as the Venetian art district.Do you love movies, well I’ll show you where Indiana Jones traces clues about the Holy Grail in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”. Do you love art? I’ll show you a unique Palazzo with a secret garden. Corners of Venice little seen by tourists finding unique spots. I have carefully selected the best hidden calli and paths that lead to what we call the hidden jewels.We’ll avoid the “traffic jams” and the tourist traps … let you bring a little part of our truly Venice in your heart!I will unveil the secrets of the construction of the city and we will discover secret stories of some unique Venetian “palazzi” such as the Peggy Guggenheim’s house, the beautiful Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, Ca’ Dario and Punta della Dogana. We will see the “squero”: the gondole yard where Venetian still make and restore their gondole and you will get to know everything about gondoliers and their traditions. We will discover the largest painting on canvas of the world, we will see the strange "empty" palazzo, marvellous "masks" decorating our buildings, the incredible bridge of fists, an unbreathing view of the Gran Canal and much more..This tour may include an unconventional breathtaking panoramic view of St. Mark square and the Grand Canal from a unique perspective.This can be a tailor made tour, according to your interests I can change my itinerary! No more secrets for you, just send me a message after your booking!Falling in love with Venice thanks to Lucia Venice walks and tours!
Read more

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venice Off the Beaten Path: Private Tour in Venice with a Local?

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.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-119707P3

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.00
36 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 36 traveler reviews collected by Key West Private Charters and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
36
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Private Tour: Venice Rialto Market, San Polo and Frari Church Walking Tour

Rialto is the true heart of Venice, and this private walking tour will show you why. You'll also explore the San Polo area, including its …More

Rialto is the true heart of Venice, and this private walking tour will show you why. You'll also explore the San Polo area, including its...

2 hours
4.8 (8)
from
$277

Photo shoot in Venice

Capture your best side at a private photo session in Venice. Get a unique souvenir at some of the most iconic monuments in Venice. Enjoy access …More

5.0 (52)

Photo shoot in Venice

5.0 (52)

Capture your best side at a private photo session in Venice. Get a unique souvenir at some of the most iconic monuments in Venice. Enjoy access...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (52)
from
$377

Venice Street Food Tour with a Native & Top Rated Expert

Explore the City of Canals in the best way possible, in this Venezia street food tour, you will walk through the to must-see sights as …More

Explore the City of Canals in the best way possible, in this Venezia street food tour, you will walk through the to must-see sights as...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$56

Castle, medieval village, Venetian baroque garden, wine tasting private tour

A private tour to discover the southern region of the Euganean Hills, in the Veneto region close to Venice. You will visit a medieval village, …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

A private tour to discover the southern region of the Euganean Hills, in the Veneto region close to Venice. You will visit a medieval village,...

8 to 9 hours
5.0 (1)
from
$434

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

St. Mark's, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride with Murano and Burano

This full-day Venice tour brings together the city’s greatest hits and lagoon islands in one carefully planned route. Start with timed-entry tickets and guided visits …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

This full-day Venice tour brings together the city’s greatest hits and lagoon islands in one carefully planned route. Start with timed-entry tickets and guided visits...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,068)
from
$174

Venice Basilica Doge Palace Gondola and History Gallery

Discover the enchanting history and art of Venice in this immersive 3-hour experience! Join an expert guide as you explore the stunning Doge’s Palace and …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Discover the enchanting history and art of Venice in this immersive 3-hour experience! Join an expert guide as you explore the stunning Doge’s Palace and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (2,358)
from
$113

Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice

Experience the magic of ‘traveling opera’ during a 2-hour operatic performance at the grand Palazzo Barbarigo-Minotto in Venice. Performed by the acclaimed Musica a Palazzo …More

Experience the magic of ‘traveling opera’ during a 2-hour operatic performance at the grand Palazzo Barbarigo-Minotto in Venice. Performed by the acclaimed Musica a Palazzo...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (689)
from
$111

Exclusive Prosecco Wine Tour - from Venice

Enjoy an exclusive small-group Prosecco wine tour from Venice, hosted by Riccardo a certified sommelier. This full-day experience is designed for travelers who want a …More

Enjoy an exclusive small-group Prosecco wine tour from Venice, hosted by Riccardo a certified sommelier. This full-day experience is designed for travelers who want a...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (222)
from
$199

What's Included

Activity name

  • A private experience led by a local guide great lover of Venice and art historian
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

Report Product Issue

Activity name