Welcome to Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Gondola Ride

Maximize your first time in the Floating City with a Welcome to Venice tour!

Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour combines a guided walking tour and an intimate gondola ride to showcase the best of Venice. Explore the Rialto Bridge, fish market, historic palaces, hidden alleyways, a charming bookstore, and other local highlights before reaching St. Mark’s Square. With skip-the-line access, your guide will reveal the fascinating stories behind the gold mosaics and eastern-meets-western design of St. Mark’s Basilica.

After the walking tour, enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride with a professional gondolier, limited to just five guests per gondola. Glide through quieter canals, taking in Venice’s unique charm from the water. Guests must provide full names at booking and present valid ID on the day of the tour for basilica entry. Name changes are not allowed, and failure to show ID may result in denied access.

Starting point

255 Campo San Giacomo di Rialto, Campo S. Giacomo di Rialto, 255, Venezia, IT

Duration

3 hours

Maximum number of participants

20 pax

Points of Interest

• Libreria Acqua Alta

• Palazzo Grimani (San Luca)

• Saint Mark's Basilica

• Ponte di Rialto

• St. Mark's Square

Inclusions

• Gondola ride

• Skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica (12€)

• Local English-speaking guide

• Guided tour

• Headset

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received within 3 days of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the exact meeting point of this Walks and Devour Venice tour?

   This tour starts right outside the Church of San Giacometto, located at Campo San Giacomo di Rialto 255, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy. Your guide will be holding a green Walks sign, making them easy to find when you arrive.

2. How early should I arrive for this Venice walking tour?

   It’s a good idea to arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour begins. This gives you plenty of time to check in and get settled before setting off! Please note that refunds are not available for late arrivals or no-shows.

3. Can participants tip tour guides?

   While not required, tipping is always welcome. If you enjoyed your guide’s storytelling and knowledge, leaving a gratuity is a wonderful way to show your appreciation!

4. Are guest names mandatory?

   Yes. The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on their ID or passport. Name changes are not permitted.

Last updated March 11, 2026