Friendinvenice, how to experience the true Venice, private tour | 2 hours

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Overview

The best parts of Venice are always the secret and inespected ones. In my opinion in fact, "traveling" means "discovering". Travelers should therefore feel a constant urge to learn new things and see ... "more". In Venice, they would try to discover the whole city and live it at fullest. They would have to look at customs and traditions, support the arts and crafts, taste the local food ... in short, they would have fun. And in doing so, but also the emotions felt (and the eyes of those who led them). I would like to show you off-the-beaten-path, discovering the mysterious, the hidden corners of Venice which is not JUST St. Mark's Square: it's ALSO St. Mark's Square . I look forward to meeting you! Nadia, your "Friend in Venice"

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  • Cannaregio (Pass By)

    Open the secret door to Venice with a native Venetian guide. Learn to navigate like a local, visiting the markets, learning how to order a glass of wine or an espresso, and seeing some of the most famous sites in the city. Discover Venice with a native Venetian guide! This 2 hours private walk of Venice is the perfect walk to take upon arrival in Venice. After this tour, you'll have a good feel for the city and be able to navigate Venice like a local for the remainder of your holiday. Your guide will introduce you to this special place, its layout and history, with an insider's perspective, to make the most of your first step onto this amazing city made up of hundreds of tiny islands joined by an equally dizzying number of bridges. During your tour you'll get a good feel for how genuine Venetians used to live and how they live today in this unique city. Visit markets including the beautiful fish market, learn how to order a glass of wine or an espresso in a bar, stop for cicchetti (appetizers) or a sandwich in a local bacaro. This tour allows you to see the most famous sites in Venice but also how to enjoy its authentic places that are easy to reach but often hidden from outsiders. Let us open the Secret Door for you! We believe that this is the key to visiting this amazing city and we want to share our knowledge with you. The walk includes many of the most famous sights such as St. Mark's Square, the Frari, San Marco and Rialto as well as very interesting off-the-beaten-path sites. You will stop for a cappuccino along the way at a charming cafe and from a ferry landing learn to cross the Grand Canal standing up in a gondola as the Venetians do! You will also visit some of the less-traveled areas of Venice where Venetians live and which are away from the congestion of the St Mark's area, discussing the treasures, oddities and artistic and architectural heritage of this unique city. During this tour your guide will suggest additional itineraries for you to see the best works of art, restaurants and other notable or hidden Venetian sights.

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

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Venice with Nadia

Published on Nov, 2024

We had a 2 hour walking tour followed by a 1 hour boat tour of Venice. Our tour guide was Nadia Danesin, who did an excellent job. She took us to parts & places where tourists aren’t aware of and pointed out nice local restaurants and places of interests . After the walking tour we took an hour tour in a private boat along the canals of Venice and then around the city itself. Excellent tour. Highly recommend this great way to experience Venice.

Experience Venice as a Venetian

Published on Oct, 2024

The only way to appreciate Venice! Nadia showed us how to be a local in this beautiful city and experience the city’s build up from ancient times. We went on a winding walking tour, savored the city’s best treats and finished with a dreamy boat ride. Couldn’t be happier we did this tour, every city should have Nadia narrating!

Making the most of a short visit

Published on Oct, 2024

Nadia did a fantastic job fitting a ton of information and charm into a two-hour tour. Anyone interested in the history or architecture of her city would benefit from this tour.

Nadia is THE BEST!!

Published on Sep, 2024

Nadia gave us a truly unforgettable experience. We got a locals-perspective of Venice and got to eat at all of the best local spots! She provided us with a detailed history of Venice, taught us about Venetian culture and made us feel like family. I couldn’t recommend her enough!! If you want to truly see Venice, book with Nadia ❤️

Get lost in Venice and discover the beautiful island.

Published on Sep, 2024

Our family loved Nadia, she is a true Venetian who was born here. She was very knowledgeable about the country and the history of Venice. Definitely, would highly recommend this tour.

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