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Venice self-guided walking tour

Splendor and Secrets of Venice

Discover the authentic Venice on a walking tour that blends the Republic's glorious power with curious everyday tales. From the massive gates of the Arsenal to a bookstore that saves its treasures in gondolas, experience the city beyond the postcards. This tour offers a perfect mix of imperial history, hidden corners, and fascinating legends for the whole family.

Audio tourSelf-guidediOS & Android
59minutes
2.0 kmdistance
7stops
Audio guideFormat
Splendor and Secrets of Venice
Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0

Stops on this route

This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Venice without a fixed tour time.

Route map for Venice walking tour

Map for Venice walking tour with 7 stops
The static map shows the tour route with Venetian Arsenal, Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace, Libreria Acqua Alta, and 3 more stops.

Stops along the route

All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

  1. Venetian Arsenal in Venice
    Sergey Ashmarin / CC BY-SA 3.0

    1Venetian ArsenalAttraction

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Architect: Alessandro Tremignon · Wikidata

  2. Bridge of Sighs in Venice
    Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0

    2Bridge of Sighs

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1614 · Architect: Antonio Contin · Named after: sigh · Wikidata

  3. Doge's Palace in Venice
    Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0

    3Doge's PalaceCastle

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1340 · Architect: Nicolò Barattieri, Antonio Rizzo · Style: Gothic architecture · Named after: Doge of Venice · Wikidata

  4. Libreria Acqua Alta in Venice
    Kent Wang from Barcelona, Spain / CC BY-SA 2.0

    4Libreria Acqua Alta

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  5. Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice
    Liridon / CC BY-SA 4.0

    5Santi Giovanni e PaoloChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1217 · Style: Brick Gothic … · Named after: John and Paul · Wikidata

  6. Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni in Venice
    Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0

    6Statue of Bartolomeo ColleoniMonument

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1488 · Height: 395 m · Wikidata

  7. Santa Maria dei Miracoli, Venice in Venice
    Álvaro de la Paz Franco / CC0

    7Santa Maria dei Miracoli, VeniceChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1481 · Architect: Pietro Lombardo · Style: Renaissance architecture · Named after: Our Lady of Miracles · Wikidata

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Venice — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, Venetian Arsenal, Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace, Libreria Acqua Alta, Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at Venetian Arsenal and ends at Santa Maria dei Miracoli, Venice. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 59 minutes for 7 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 8 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $3.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 7 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.