Venice off the beaten tracks half-day tour
Discover Cannaregio district and Venetian local life
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- Walter's TEAM | about the guide
Old Jewish Ghetto of Venice since the early 16th century, the Cannaregio district evolved like an island until the 18th century. Surrounded by the Grand Canal, it gradually became the epicenter of the Venetian life. During this half-day tour, discover local life to capture the vibrant and authentic atmosphere of this beautiful neighborhood, as well as its economical, social and political aspects. Mingle with watercolor enthusiasts, street painters and photographers; admire the gondolas splitting the water, watch the artisans at work, discover secret gardens and venture out in small souvenir shops. With your local guide, you will learn the history of Cannaregio neighborhood where the painters Titian and Tintoretto used to live during the 16th century. Along the streets, you will pass near emblematic places such as the Madonna de l'Orto Church and the Misericordia Church. After your walk you will be able to enjoy an aperitif in a typical wine bar.
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Venice and the Veneto Region
Italy -
3 hrs
DURATION -
8
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Venice, authentic Venice, Cannaregio Venice, drink, walk, artisans, local, Palazzo Vendramin-Calergi, Campo dei Mori
- transport :
- On foot
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- no
- Kid friendly :
- Children are welcome
- LANGUAGES:
- Anglais/English (fluent), Italien/Italian (native), Français/French (fluent)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 8
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Private guide service for 3 hours
NOT INCLUDED
- Drinks and snacks during the tour - Aperitive (optional) - Personal expenses
ITINERARY
Discover the lively and popular Cannaregio district during this half-day tour off the beaten paths. Stroll through its small charming streets where locals live and hang out. At the end of your tour you will be able to soak up the local life's atmosphere while enjoying an aperitif in a traditional bar in the Cannaregio area.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- "Ca 'd'Oro" Stop (vaporetto line 1)
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Cannaregio neighborhood
about
your guide
Walter
VENEZIA
- languages :
- Anglais/English, Italien/Italian, Français/French
After 20 years spent in Torino and Milan working for a multinational company where I was not fulfilled, I felt the need to come back to Venice, city of my origins. In this beautiful city, I went back to study to obtain my professional guide card. Sensitive to the beauty and the authenticity of Venice, I decided to dedicate my life uncovering its true heart to the eyes of visitors: I created my own guiding agency with a handful of other local professional guides (Véronique, Chiara, Gioia, Marta...) and I started elaborating tours based on the local’s life spirit rather than tourist visits. Passionate about art, I am also a musician, photographer and painter who really trust his senses in order to create originals guided tours which deeps visitors in the real Venice, off the beaten tracks, for a more sustainable way to discover the city and its secrets. To me, Venice is much more than the Piazza San Marco, the Doge's Palace or the Rialto Bridge; it is the narrow streets, the people, the old cafes, the bacari, the local gastronomy, the spritz, the ciccheti, the canals, and all the stories and traditions who make the city so lively. Visit the fresh markets and learn about the Venetian gastronomy, discover Venice little paths, or enjoy a photography experience in the fishing areas and the lagoon around the city. PS : my tours could also be guided by Véronique, Chiara, Gioia or Marta. We can guide in German, Russian, Italian, English and French.
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