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Withlocals Venice Away from the Crowds PRIVATE Tour with a Local Expert

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Withlocals Venice Away from the Crowds PRIVATE Tour with a Local Expert

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Discover the hidden gems of Venice with the Withlocals Venice Away from the Crowds PRIVATE Tour. Escape the bustling crowds and follow your private local expert through the city's secret alleyways, neighborhoods, and even to a crowd-less island. Your tour starts with a ride to San Giorgio Island on a local water-bus, where you'll have the opportunity to climb the tower and enjoy breathtaking views of Saint Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Palazzo Zenobio, a stunning example of Venetian late Baroque design. Depending on your host's chosen route, you may also explore other hidden spots and pass by Fondamenta Zattere. This 150-minute tour is not to be missed for a truly authentic and off-the-beaten-path experience in Venice.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Suitable for 1-4 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Discover hidden alleyways and paths
  • Wander through local neighborhoods
  • Visit the courtyard of Palazzo Zenobio
  • Cross to San Giorgio Island for stunning views
  • Avoid the bustling crowds and explore peacefully
  • Tips and tricks about the local way and information on Covid-19 regulations from our local guide
  • Your local host will reach you to make sure all precautionary measures are taken
  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide
  • Due to post Covid-19 policy this tour has a limited amount of participants
  • Private experience only for you and your family/friends with social distance involved
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

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Introduction

Escape the hustle and bustle of Venice's crowded streets and embark on an exclusive journey through the hidden gems of the city. With the "Withlocals Venice Away from the Crowds PRIVATE Tour with a Local Expert," you'll discover the magic of Venice like a true insider. Your experienced local guide has carefully crafted an itinerary that takes you through secret alleyways, local neighborhoods, and even a serene, crowd-less island. Get ready to explore the floating city in a whole new light!

What to expect?

During this 150-minute tour, you can anticipate a truly unique experience of Venice. Your adventure begins with a cross to San Giorgio Island on a local water-bus, where your guide will reveal the best way to reach the tower for a breathtaking view of San Marco Square. As you wander through hidden courtyards, such as the magnificent Palazzo Zenobio, you'll be immersed in the beauty of Venetian late Baroque architecture.

Who is this for?

This tour is designed for travelers who seek a deeper understanding of Venice beyond the typical tourist hotspots. It is perfect for culture enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone looking to escape the crowds and discover the city's hidden treasures. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this experience offers a fresh perspective on Venice for all to enjoy.

Why book this?

By booking this exclusive tour, you'll gain access to the local knowledge and expertise of a genuine Venetian. Your private local guide will share captivating stories and insights about the city's rich history, culture, and traditions. This personalized experience ensures that you'll see Venice from a different angle, away from the touristy chaos. Discover secret spots that even locals might not know about while enjoying a safe and entertaining adventure.

Good to know

Please note that this tour has been adapted to comply with post-Covid-19 regulations, ensuring your safety and well-being throughout the experience. Your local guide will provide all the necessary equipment and maintain the recommended social distance. Prepare to be amazed by the captivating beauty of Venice and its hidden corners while enjoying a worry-free and socially responsible exploration.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this tour have raved about their experiences. They praise the knowledgeable and friendly local guides who provided valuable insights and took them off the beaten path. Visitors were delighted by the serene atmosphere and hidden treasures they discovered, escaping the tourist crowds that often dominate the city. Overall, participants found this private tour to be a unique and rewarding way to explore Venice, ensuring a memorable and authentic experience.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Reviews

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4.5 (83)

Alexander_E

Our tour guy, Niccolo was absolutely amazing. He had his own boat and took us all around most of the canals in Venice. He knew intimate history about Venice as his family resided there for many generations. He was even able to accommodate us and drop us off at a location of our choosing. I would highly recommend Niccolo and the tour to anyone considering it.

Allison C

Genny was the most wonderful tour guide we could have asked for! This tour was our first activity in Venice and set us up for the most amazing trip! We enjoyed all of the stops and felt so taken care of! Genny gave us so much valuable information about each stop and continued to reply to all of our questions throughout the trip as well! She was so accommodating and gave us some great insight that we would not have learned with a more generic touristy experience. Highly recommend this tour with Genny

ACOATS

Romy was an amazing guide!! We learned so much history and many local secrets during our two sessions. She took us on a beautiful Sunday afternoon walk through the city - a treat with this native Venetian!!! On a second meeting she took us in depth to the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's cathedral. Taking us through 1000 years of history of the Venetian Republic! Lovers of history and art will love Romy's expertise! Thank you for a wonderful visit!!

Marcus_Q

Our tour guide was Genny and my wife and I could not have possibly been blessed with a more wonderful person to guide us. She was a wealth of information happily ready to answer all of our many questions about this beautiful city. She showed us through a customized experience and when we were done she went above and beyond to be sure we made it to our next destination safely. We will always remember the experience she showed us as our favorite Venician adventure. We highly highly recommend this tour if you want to experience Venice through the eyes of a true local.

Curiosity238626

Genny was a perfect guide. She grew up in Venice & her English was excellent. She was very accommodating & catered the tour to the individual.

jessicabT853TX

Alessandro was absolutely fantastic. Our tour was perfect, we learned so much from him and he truly loved what he was doing. He was incredibly passionate about his city and was full of knowledge. I would recommend this tour to anyone and especially with Alessandro. It was a perfect afternoon and a perfect way to celebrate our honeymoon in Venice! So impressed with this app/company and their guides.

Roy_B

For a city as fascinating and steeped with history as Venice, our guide’s info and/or enthusiasm for this amazing place was lacking. Run of the mill info was offered…”this is where an Indiana Jones movie was filmed…”. Really!!! That was so long ago, and I am sure other, more contemporary and interesting things have happened in Venice since that filming. A guide needs to assess his/her group and make a judgement call on what info to present to whom. Cookie cutter info doesn’t cut it. One would think the ability to redirect and switch gears with information would be a key skill of any “expert” guide especially after taking 10-15 minutes at the start getting to know us. Maybe (hopefully) this was an off day.

Johncclayton

Lucrezia responded very quickly and made it really easy to book the tour. We’ve been to Venice before and wanted something a bit more personal. Before we met she provided a (big) list of restaurants and recommendations - very nice! We arrived in San Marco and wound our way through lots of little streets until the meeting point - Lucrezia was already there and her tour was informative, interesting and obviously because you are a small group you get all the attention and time to ask questions. I can heartily recommend Lucrezia and withlocals.com, don’t hesitate - just book it - you won’t be disappointed.

jr-woodapple

On our "Away from the Crowds tour" in October 2019, Giada led us to places we'd never found on our own. It was really exciting to see Venice through the eyes of a local. I highly recommend a tour with her as she knows to tell fascinating things about places and buildings. She also is interested in her guests and makes them feel comfortable.

Maud J

" We spend more than 2 hours with the lovely Giada. She is warm and knowledgable and took us from Rialta bridge to the more quiet area Dorsoduro. She knew lots of fun facts about the city and showed us many things we would have never seen without her. She gave us great tips as well where to eat (we tried them all and loved them :)). We can highly recommend to book a tour with Giada ! "
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