Off the Beaten Track in Venice: Private City Tour
Overview
Ready to experience a side of Venice like a local, with a local? This is a tour, unlike any other! If you want to take a step away from the touristy path, there's no better way than by diving into the city's alternative side. Welcome to Dorsoduro!
If you're done with the main highlights, why not step away and take a less-traveled path that will show you an unexpected side of Venice? Follow a local guide on a private tour full of surprises and check out Campo Santa Margherita and Isola San Giorgo, and more that let the true form of the city shine!
Withlocals Off the Beaten Track 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.
If you're done with the main highlights, why not step away and take a less-traveled path that will show you an unexpected side of Venice? Follow a local guide on a private tour full of surprises and check out Campo Santa Margherita and Isola San Giorgo, and more that let the true form of the city shine!
Withlocals Off the Beaten Track 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.
Inclusions
- Transportation
- Local Guide
- Private Tour
- CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore, 30126 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
To begin with, get to see the most amazing view of not only the whole Saint Mark’s water basin but of the Doge’s Palace and part of Saint Mark’s Square itself.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Campo Santa Margherita, sestiere di Dorso Duro, Venice Italy
Surrounded of houses from the XIV and XV century, is a very well-known meeting point of the Dorsoduro District area
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Fondamenta Del Gaffaro, 30100 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Rialto Bridge, Sestiere San Polo, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: San Polo, Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Mercati di Rialto, Campo della Pescaria Vicino il Ponte di Rialto, 30125 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Chiesa di Santa Maria della Fava, Campo della Fava, 30122 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: FREE WALK IN VENICE - original free tours, S. Polo, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Basilica di San Marco, Piazza San Marco 328, 30124 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Campo Santissimi Giovanni e Paolo, Campo Giovanni e Paolo Santissimi, 30122 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Fondamenta de Ca' Bala Dorsoduro, Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore, 30126 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
To begin with, get to see the most amazing view of not only the whole Saint Mark’s water basin but of the Doge’s Palace and part of Saint Mark’s Square itself.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Campo Santa Margherita, sestiere di Dorso Duro, Venice Italy
Surrounded of houses from the XIV and XV century, is a very well-known meeting point of the Dorsoduro District area
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Fondamenta Del Gaffaro, 30100 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Rialto Bridge, Sestiere San Polo, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: San Polo, Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Mercati di Rialto, Campo della Pescaria Vicino il Ponte di Rialto, 30125 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Chiesa di Santa Maria della Fava, Campo della Fava, 30122 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: FREE WALK IN VENICE - original free tours, S. Polo, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Basilica di San Marco, Piazza San Marco 328, 30124 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Campo Santissimi Giovanni e Paolo, Campo Giovanni e Paolo Santissimi, 30122 Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Pass By: Fondamenta de Ca' Bala Dorsoduro, Venice Italy
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Additional information
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
kvernem1
October 2023
Our tour of Dorsoduro with Marzia was excellent. We walked at a lovely conversational pace rather than rushing to get things done. This allowed us to fully appreciate the buildings that she was showing and understand information she shared about the neighborhood. Marzia has a wonderful person...
Our tour of Dorsoduro with Marzia was excellent. We walked at a lovely conversational pace rather than rushing to get things done. This allowed us to fully appreciate the buildings that she was showing and understand information she shared about the neighborhood. Marzia has a wonderful personality and you truly felt like you were taking a stroll with a friend. If you want to see something outside of the hustle of St Marks Square and want to have an additional perspective of Venice I highly recommend this tour. If you are lucky enough to have Marzia that is a bonus!840edk
August 2023
For anyone who are tired of being part of the dense tourist crowds walking from Rialto bridge to Piazza San Marco and back I would strongly recommend taking a walking tour with Claudia in Dorsoduro. Claudia was born in Venice and this fact gives her the ability to share stories about life in Ven...
For anyone who are tired of being part of the dense tourist crowds walking from Rialto bridge to Piazza San Marco and back I would strongly recommend taking a walking tour with Claudia in Dorsoduro. Claudia was born in Venice and this fact gives her the ability to share stories about life in Venice through the true local perspective which obviously adds a lot of value to the tour. She is a very knowledgeable and extremely nice guide who showed us unique places in Venice without typical tourists traffic. It’s hard to believe but at some point, we found ourselves in completely empty streets and bridges in Venice which was a very special experience. It was tremendously interesting and very enjoyable experience. Thank you, Claudia.ariannaTipperary1
August 2023
From the very moment we met Marzia. She was so warm and welcoming we were a little late as we got lost 😮 She said it was not a problem to relax, it would be an easy paced walk. She took us to places that most would not see or visit, which was exactly what we wanted and we loved the tour. Marzi...
From the very moment we met Marzia. She was so warm and welcoming we were a little late as we got lost 😮 She said it was not a problem to relax, it would be an easy paced walk. She took us to places that most would not see or visit, which was exactly what we wanted and we loved the tour. Marzia is a very proud Venetian which is what made the experience so wonderful when we compared our cultures we had a lot in common. Ireland and Venice has a lot of history with the Catholic Church. We got totally lost in conversations. Went over time a little because of her knowledge and patience by letting us stop for photographs. (We were delighted) We wanted to have a Venetian meal and Marzia went out of her way by taking us to a local restaurant and made a booking for us for that night ensuring we knew how to get there before she left.mer978
July 2023
Giada was fantastic from start to finish. She provided great recommendations ahead of our trip to Venice. The tour we went on with her was engaging and informative and made us love the Dorsoduro district even more. Highly recommend this tour with Giada!
Giada was fantastic from start to finish. She provided great recommendations ahead of our trip to Venice. The tour we went on with her was engaging and informative and made us love the Dorsoduro district even more. Highly recommend this tour with Giada!philawander
July 2023
Marzia was a wonderful resource guiding us through the lessor known areas of Venice. She is a true Venetian, which is evident through her vast knowledge regarding the history of Venice in addition to the details she shared regarding growing up in Venice. We toured the Chiesa di San Nicolò dei Men...
Marzia was a wonderful resource guiding us through the lessor known areas of Venice. She is a true Venetian, which is evident through her vast knowledge regarding the history of Venice in addition to the details she shared regarding growing up in Venice. We toured the Chiesa di San Nicolò dei Mendicoli church and her knowledge of the history of the church and it's amazing stories was one of the highlights of our trip. Mariza is a warn and wonderful person who genuinely cared about our needs and interests. I would highly recommend her as a guide.pmsmom11
June 2023
Emanuele was very knowledgeable and clearly in love with Venice. I am a little bit in love with Venice, too, after this tour and gaining a little insight into the city beyond the endless shops. Even our 12yo boy was smiling after five hours on the tour! Paying for private transport was well worth...
Emanuele was very knowledgeable and clearly in love with Venice. I am a little bit in love with Venice, too, after this tour and gaining a little insight into the city beyond the endless shops. Even our 12yo boy was smiling after five hours on the tour! Paying for private transport was well worth it to customize the length of our stops. Highly recommend.