CIAO20
Venice
Secret Gems In Venice
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Explore a side of Venice that only a local would know, focusing on its hidden secrets that are harder to find
- Feel in awe of the Church of San Pantalon, showcasing the biggest oil canvas painting in the world
- Discover a hidden pier or perhaps visit San Francesco della Vigna - the home to the true Venetian locals
- Receive insiders recommendations for the best things to do during the rest of your trip
- Enjoy having a guide on hand to answer all your questions and share stories of local legend as you soak up the sights
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Explore this famed floating city but uncover its secret side. Draw behind the obvious tourist ticks and get to grips with the craftsmanship which Venice is so renowned for, from a famous textile factory, Tessiture Bevilacqua, concealing a thousand years of trade secrets to the church of San Pantalon, a hidden gem boasting the world's largest oil canvas painting. Explore an area that no tourist usually sees, the place the Venetians call home and escape the crowds - the magnificent San Francesco della Vigna area awaits and offers a normal view into everyday life here. And when your feet become a little tired, perhaps it's time for a quick aperitivo before you continue to secret sunset spots and learn about the local legends of Campo dei Mori.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of our Italy experiences
June 2025
Benedetta met us at our hotel for a four-hour private walking tour of Venice. As a local (born and bred) Benedetta displayed a great deal of knowledge of the history and culture of Venice. We ambled around going where we wanted and seeing more besides. We’d opted for this tour on Day 1 of our trip, primarily to source inside knowledge of the sights to visit, how to avoid the queues and the best locations to eat/drink and take a ‘romantic’ Gondola ride. That evening we ate at a fantastic seafood restaurant (Al Colombo) in the quiet back-streets close to Rialto Bridge. The following day, we took Benedetta’s advice and headed to the quieter Jewish Quarter (Cannaregio) after a lovely Gondola ride in San Toma area. This tour was an excellent way to see the city at an easy pace and gain an insider’s knowledge of the city and its sights. Thoroughly recommended!
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June 2025
Benedetta met us at our hotel and showed us the sights (and hidden places) of Venice as we chose. Four hours at an easy pace, taking in the city as we went. She provided invaluable advice for the remainder of our stay and ensured we had a wonderful time in such a great city.
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Mikail
Jun 2025
Amazing person to be around. Very friendly, very knowledgeable about the history and showed us the best spots ever!!
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John
Sep 2024
Maria was a great guide, the best we’ve had in Italy. She showed us what we wanted, with a few surprises that were well received. We saw and learned so much more than a traditional tourist tour. Maria was very caring, thoughtful, and vested in providing the best experience. She knows how to navigate Venice very well. Highly recommend this tour with Marie.
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Uley
May 2024
Roberto showed us so many interesting things about Venice, from big popular sights to tiny details we never would have known about that are unique to Venice. He was very informative and even kept a teenage boy interested for 3 hours. He did not rush though the tour and went at a pace that was perfect for our family. We loved every minute of it!
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Eliza
Sep 2023
Andrea took us through parts of the city MOST people never see! The areas we visited were quiet and non-commercial and very un crowded!
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