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Venice self-guided walking tour

Venice's Splendor and Secrets: From Rialto to St. Mark's Square

Experience the perfect blend of world-famous landmarks and hidden treasures on this relaxed walking tour through the heart of Venice. From the iconic Rialto Bridge to the curious spiral staircase of Palazzo del Bovolo, you'll discover the fascinating architecture and history of the lagoon city. Join a local expert to learn how Venice was built on millions of wooden piles and maintains its unique charm.

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101minutes
3.1 kmdistance
12stops
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Venice's Splendor and Secrets: From Rialto to St. Mark's Square
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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's Splendor and Secrets walking tour

Map for Venice's Splendor and Secrets walking tour with 12 stops
The static map shows the tour route with campo San Polo, Mercato di Rialto, Rialto Bridge, Fondaco dei Tedeschi, and 8 more stops.

Stops along the route

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

  1. campo San Polo in Venice
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    1campo San PoloSquare

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

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  2. Mercato di Rialto in Venice
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    2Mercato di RialtoMarket

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

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  3. Rialto Bridge in Venice
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    3Rialto Bridge

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1588 · Architect: Antonio da Ponte · Height: 6.7 m · Named after: Rialto · Wikidata

  4. Fondaco dei Tedeschi in Venice
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    4Fondaco dei TedeschiBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1228 · Style: Renaissance architecture · Wikidata

  5. 5Corte Seconda del MilionSquare

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

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  6. Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice
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    6Santi Giovanni e PaoloChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

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

  7. Libreria Acqua Alta in Venice
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    7Libreria Acqua Alta

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

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  8. campo Santa Maria Formosa in Venice
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    8campo Santa Maria FormosaSquare

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

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  9. Bridge of Sighs in Venice
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    9Bridge of Sighs

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

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

  10. St Mark's Basilica in Venice
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    10St Mark's BasilicaChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 828 · Architect: Domenico I Contarini · Style: Byzantine architecture … · Named after: Mark the Evangelist · Wikidata

  11. St Mark's Campanile in Venice
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    11St Mark's CampanileViewpoint

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1000 · Architect: Luca Beltrami · Style: romanesque architecture in Italy · Height: 98.6 m · Wikidata

  12. Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo in Venice
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    12Palazzo Contarini del BovoloAttraction

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Style: Gothic art · 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, campo San Polo, Mercato di Rialto, Rialto Bridge, Fondaco dei Tedeschi, Corte Seconda del Milion, Santi Giovanni e Paolo and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at campo San Polo and ends at Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 101 minutes for 12 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 15 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $5.

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 6 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.

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