Top Experiences in Bovolo Staircase (Scala Contarini del Bovolo)

Back in the 80s some film historians found out that Venice had already appeared in more than 380.000 films: feature films, short documentaries, cult and blockbuster movies. Thanks to its special and unique urban landscape, the city is often woven into the thread of the story, being too distinctive to fade into the background. Its canals, alleyways, and unusual architecture make Venice extremely cinematic. This is the reason why several films have cast the city as one of the main characters. Discover the main film locations of one of the world’s most photogenic cities through the eyes of great film directors for a glimpse of Venice's celluloid charisma. Enjoy the atmosphere of some the most iconic movies shot here ("The Tourist", Everyone says I love you", "The talented Mr. Ripley", "Spiderman: far from home", "Indiana Jones and the last Crusade", "Othello", "Casanova", "Moonraker", "The Young Pope", and many others) walk with us to discover the most magnificent movie set in the world.

See the sights you want to see in Venice on this 3-hour tour with a private, professional guide. Customized entirely on your preferences (based on the information supplied at the time of booking), the itinerary is totally flexible. See the world-famous attractions that Venice is known for, such as the Rialto Fish Market, or visit the Cannaregio Quarter and other lesser-known sights. Stop at a traditional bar for a glass of wine and a snack, and receive personalized attention from a private guide.

We will explore the most important parts of Venice: the Rialto Bridge, its market, and St. Mark's Square. Along the way, we'll delve into how Venetians sourced drinkable water in the past, learn to identify the historical periods of buildings by admiring their magnificent facades, and discover where and how the Venetian nobility secretly enjoyed themselves in times gone by.
We'll navigate through the city's secondary streets to uncover one of its best-hidden treasures: the Contarini del Bovolo Palace, known for being hard to reach.
We'll share anecdotes and legends about some of the most eccentric individuals who lived in Venice, such as the famous Peggy Guggenheim and Giovanni Dario. We'll conclude the tour by visiting St. Mark's Square, where we'll encounter the Basilica of St. Mark and the Doge's Palace, delving into the curious details of the history of the Republic of Venice.

Explore Venice with a cost-effective City Pass. Visit over 30 attractions, including Doge’s Palace, Leonarda da Vinci Museum, Scuala San Rocco, and more. Enjoy guided tours and a trip to the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello, along with a complimentary Canal Grande boat tour or a gondola ride.

Take the stress out of planning your trip to Venice, and experience the city's rich history, culture, and magical atmosphere through museums, churches, tours, and gastronomy. Explore the city at your own pace and book until 5 days. Book optional skip the line entry to St. Marks Basilica.

A walk through the most characteristic and important places for the history of Venice through the millennium of life of the Serenissima Republic, recalling the past full of charm of this unique city.

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Venezia, you've come to the right place!

With this digital guide you can comfortably spend a day in Venice discovering all its secrets.

Forget searching websites, and wasting time trying to find which monuments to see and in which order: the solution is here in front of you!

I'm a tour leader, and I created this digital guide with a local guide from Venezia, so you'll get to visit the city as a local!

You will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace.

Get to know the stories and curiosities of Venezia that only locals know!

Try local foods, like Italian aperitivo, in authentic local restaurants!

And much more!

Private 30 minutes Gondola ride (up to 5 people per gondola) through the Venetian romantic canals.

Appreciate the gentle rhythms and movements of the Grand Canal and also the small canals.

Wonderful photo opportunities.

The best views for discovering the elegance of the Venetian Palazzi.

Hi, I'm Michael, a professional photographer born and raised in Venice. I will be your perfect photographer for your vacation, for your romantic honeymoon or for the perfect wedding proposal. During the photo shoot we will take photos while we walk through the streets of the city, being a local I will also tell you some very interesting curiosities about Venice and its culture, then we will also take the gondola ride where we will still take some very suggestive photos. We will conclude the photo shoot by taking other photos in the most hidden and particular corners of the city. During our tour I will also recommend activities or places to visit during your vacation in Venice

This tour will provide you with an orientation and introduction to the history of this magical city.

The walk unfolds through the elegant Piazza San Marco, you will admire the heart of the city until you reach the Rialto Bridge accompanied by your Myvenicexperience guide who will tell you curious anecdotes and historical facts.

Take a romantic and relaxing gondola ride through the tranquil canals of Venice. During your private 30-minute ride, you'll escape the hustle and bustle of tourist areas as you glide along the quieter canals in the city.
Perfect for a special occasion with wonderful photo opportunities!

A relaxing afternoon walking tour with an expert guide to discover some unusual areas of Venice, located off the beaten track. Enjoy a fascinating stroll from St. Mark's Square to the Rialto Bridge and immerse yourself in the traditional everyday atmosphere of Venice!

Get ready for a full-day private trip that whisks you off to Venice from the Santa Lucia Station, complete with return tickets back to Milan. Once you arrive in Venice, your guide will greet you at the station, then off you’ll go to see the sights from monuments and museums to churches and famous relics. See where Venetians go and what they do in their free time, taste the best osterias and Baccari, and try other delights of the indulgent cuisine. An optional gondola ride is a perfect way to complete this spectacular high-speed train tour to Venice from Milan.

Our Full-day Private Trip to Venice will start from the Santa Lucia Station. You will be provided return train tickets to Venice from Florence. On arrival into Venice, your guide will meet you at the station, We will visit important monuments, museums, churches that guard famous relics, the great schools of Venice and places where illustrious figures of Venetian art had their place of work in Venice. We will indicate the places where the Venetians meet and have fun in their free time, the best osterias and baccari, as well as the best place to taste a "Spritz" and other delights of Venetian cuisine. We will walk through the foundations and the most important churches in Venice will impact us with their beauty and their history and end the visit with a Memorable Gondola Ride(optional). Our tour will finish at the Santa Lucia station. After which you will board your train back to Florence with the ticket that was provided.

>Get to Venice from Rome on the super reliable Italian High-Speed Trains
>Arranged for you to experience the most intimate parts of Venice by foot
>Your licensed local guide not only knows the city, but loves it!
>We have carefully tried, tested and curated this tour so that anyone who wishes to make a last minute dash to Venice is not disappointed
>Which is why this tour is customizable in your favor

You will be captivated  by the beauty of Venice, made up of 117 small islands connected to each other by 400 bridges.  Let yourself be seduced by one of the city considered among the most beautiful in the world  that, together with its lagoon, it is a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Explore the islands of Venice, admire its architecture, and cruise the canals in a gondola with the company of a local guide who will share insights on the Floating City.

You'll be escorted by your private guide during a relaxing 2-hour guided walk away from the main tourist sites and crowds. We make our way through the labyrinth of alleyways towards the famous Opera house La Fenice, then a quiet walk towards Palazzo Fortuny once known as Palace of the Orpheans, we will see the ornate Bovolo spiral staircase tucked away in a tiny courtyard, then onto a view of Rialto bridge and Grand Canal.

Choose the option with the private gondola ride and you will end the 2-hour walking tour with our enchanting gondola ride and glide through centuries of history, allowing yourself to be captivated by the glamour and elegance of the Venetian Palazzi. The perfect way to appreciate the beauty, charm and color of this unique city built on water, you will be enthralled by what surrounds you.

Discover the most important monuments, palaces, churches and world heritage sites in Venice's Old Town with a Private Guide. Extended options: see the Rialto Bridge and visit the Church of San Zaccaria, Contarini del Bovolo Palace and the Doge's Palace.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Old Town Highlights
Choose this tour to see the most important highlights of Venice's Old Town, such as St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace (exterior), Teatro La Fenice, and more.

3-hour: Old Town Highlights & Rialto Bridge
Choose this tour to see more highlights of Venice's Old Town, such as the Rialto Bridge, and visit the Church of San Zaccaria.

6-hour: Old Town, Rialto, Contarini Palace & Doge's Palace
Choose this tour to see more highlights of Venice's Old Town, such as the Rialto Bridge, and visit the Doge's Palace, Contarini del Bovolo Palace and the Church of San Zaccaria.

Two great classics of Venice combined in a unique, enchanting experience: a walking tour to discover some of the lesser-known corners of the city and a poetical gondola ride along the Grand Canal and some minor canals. During the walking part of the tour, admire the facades of La Fenice Theatre, the elegant spiral staircase of Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo and the Rialto area, the oldest part of Venice. Then, on the gondola ride, let the gondolier accompany you through the calm lulling waters, while admiring the city from a different perspective. Through this tour you’ll perceive the magical part that lies in some unusual areas of Venice!

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore Venice as you’ve never seen before and marvel at amazing panoramic views
• Stroll down the narrow alleys of Venice and encounter enchanting squares
• Receive that local touch with the professional guide as you see the main highlights of Venice
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Join an amazing walking tour, as Venice is a fascinating maze of narrow streets, elegant palaces, and imposing churches: we make sure you don't miss a thing during an enlightening walking tour led by our professional guides.

The tour gives a first overview of the city center. It is a walking experience in the central district of San Marco

Discover the wonders of Venice on this unforgettable guide tour. Uncover its hidden treasures, architecture and unearth its past by hearing stories about its culture, history. Enjoy a famous private gondola ride with commentary along the canals to admire the sights from the water highlighting its picturesque canals, churches, museums, and other attractions.

Highlights:
1. Discover the city’s hidden gems – from its impressive architecture on this an intimate Venice city stroll with walking tour and a gondola ride!
2. Uncover city's top attractions St Mark Basilica, Square, San Marco Museums and the Doge’s Palace with lots of wonderful stories about the city.
3. Wander through small alleys and discover picturesque squares where Venetians gather to socialize, beyond the typical tourist spots and enjoy the tales about the city from your guide.
4. See impressive monuments, marvel at iconic buildings, and travel through the canals of the floating city on an unforgettable gondola ride.

Eat your way through Venice's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 6 or 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied!

Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like spritz and gelato. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie.

Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Embark on a journey to Venice, where ancient canals whisper secrets and gondolas glide under moonlit bridges. No crowds, and no rush—just tailored experiences for you.

Highlights:

Local Gems: Discover hidden osterias, sip Venetian wine, and savor authentic cuisine.
Gondola Magic: Capture the heartbeat of Venice with a gondola ride.
Return with Memories: Conclude at Santa Lucia Station, and board your return train to Florence with the provided ticket.

This Experience is provided by a local.The group size is up to 6 people.

You only have 90 minutes to fall in love with Venice? Challenge accepted!

Discover Venice during a short but sweet excursion during which you will learn the most intriguing facts about the history and the local lifestyle of the city. We will meet in front of restaurant ROMA and stroll the streets of this magnificent city.

By seeing Venice through the eyes of a local, discover what everyday life looks like. While walking through Venice you will discover its numerous canals, monuments, historical architecture with a local, this is also your a chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit during your time here.

Who is a Local? A Local is someone who is passionate about sharing authentic experiences based on their interests. As LocalBini, we bring together passionate people from all around the world giving them the opportunity to offer unique experiences via our marketplace.

Discover Venice from the water and enjoy a tour along the Canal Grande past the most beautiful sights of the city in a gondola.
Enjoy this traditional classical Gondola ride through the canals of Venice. Relax as your gondolier steers you through centuries of history, the perfect way to appreciate Venice from the water. Become involved in the banter of the Gondoliers as they call to each other through the canals.

Indulge in the ultimate European adventure with our 12-day tour of Rome, Florence, Pisa, Venice, and Paris. Experience the rich history, cultural treasures, and breathtaking scenery of these iconic destinations as we take you on a journey like no other. Marvel at the Colosseum and Vatican Museums in Rome, gaze upon the Leaning Tower of Pisa and experience the romance of Venice with a magical gondola ride. Then, discover the beauty of Paris with a stunning view of the Eiffel Tower and a leisurely Seine River cruise. And with all internal travel by train, you can relax and enjoy the scenery as you travel effortlessly between these enchanting cities. With comfortable accommodations, knowledgeable guides, and plenty of free time to explore on your own, this tour is the perfect way to discover the best of Europe.

Venice by night is steeped in mystery and the ghosts of the past! This 1.5-hour evening ghost walking tour takes you on a journey to the city’s hidden corners, with a ghost-expert guide who recounts some spooky ghost stories and other legends as you walk. Recoil at gruesome facts about Biasio, the child-killing butcher of Venice; see from outside the beautiful and reputedly haunted Bovolo staircase; and hear strange and sinister tales about the Venice of old as you explore the shadowy squares and empty streets. Not for the faint-hearted!

While your cruise ship is in Venice, discover this beautiful city in your own way on a private 3-hour walking tour shore excursion. Share your sightseeing preferences when you book, and then, on your tour, enjoy an itinerary customized to you. Depending on your wishes, see lesser-known districts such as the untouristy Cannaregio Quarter, trawl the buzzing Rialto fish market, or visit some of Venice’s hidden churches. Finish at a local bar with a complimentary wine and delicious appetizer, and enjoy the full and expert attention of your private guide throughout.

A great opportunity to get to know the city if this is your first trip to Venice. This tour includes both all must-see city landmarks - San Marco square, Rialto Bridge & The Market, a monumental church of Santi Giovanni e Paolo - and some hidden city gems. It's a shared mini group tour of max 6 people designed for a comfortable walk and an opportunity to interact with a guide. You are welcome to be curious and ask questions while enjoying the walk!