Historical Sites in venice

Top 8 Historical Sites

Gondola Gallery: Guided Tour + VR Experience

Explore the hidden wonders of The Yard of Venice, tucked away near the Piazza San Marco. Here, history comes alive with seasoned experts guiding you through an ancient palazzo. Discover the world of Venetian vessels and the art of crafting gondolas, showcasing materials that have stood the test of time. The adventure peaks with an exciting virtual reality journey along the Grand Canal, tracing Venice's rich history

4.7(6 reviews)

Doge's Palace: Secret Itinerary Guided Tour + Skip The Line

Explore the Doge's Palace's hidden passages full of civil and political history. From the courtyard to the "Pozzi" cells, witness the stark contrasts within the palace's walls, where prisoners once endured harsh conditions. Discover grand rooms like the Ducal Notary’s office and the Hall of the Secret Chancellery, alongside the darker corners of history in the Torture Room. The tour culminates in the Piombi, revealing the notorious prisons concealed beneath the palace's roof.

4.5(616 reviews)

Scuola Grande dei Carmini: Entry Ticket

Get lost in the various rooms of the Scuola Grande dei Carmini, founded on 1598 as a laical confraternity. History unravels beneath your feet as you explore numerous, priceless works of art, including the famous ceiling. It's worth a bit of neck strain to feast your eyes on the paintings by Giambattista Tiepolo above your head! The artist worked tirelessly in 1739 and 1749 to create the famous nine canvases, depicting scenes of spiritual virtue. The interior rooms of the Scuola have fully preserved the original antique furnishings.

4.4(13 reviews)

Venice: St. Mark's Square Historical City Walking Tour

Join a walking tour that's as much a journey through the past as it is through the city itself. During this guided tour through Venice's labyrinth of narrow streets and secluded squares, you'll discover the real soul of the floating city. Feel like you've stepped back in time with a visit to the Rialto area, the centuries-old heart of Venice, featuring local artisan workshops and picturesque stone bridges. You'll also have the chance to see the Piazza San Marco and the Bridge of Sighs, a pathway trodden by killers and criminals on the way to their jail cells. Don't worry, famous locations like the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica are also included in your itinerary.

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St. Mark's Basilica, Bell Tower & Doge's Palace: Guided Tour

Visit St. Mark’s Square in Venice, home to the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. A guide will show you the Basilica’s Byzantine art and explain the history behind the Doge’s Palace. Look at the golden mosaics and marble inlays on the Basilica’s floors, while learning about its biblical scenes and history. Afterward, take a guided tour of the Doge's Palace, where Venetian political power was held for centuries. The Doge and his Council made decisions that shaped the Venetian Republic. Then, go to St. Mark's Bell Tower. Use skip-the-line tickets and take a quick elevator ride up. See the city's famous landmarks from above, including the domes of St. Mark's Basilica.

3.9(13 reviews)

St. Mark's Square Prison Palace: Entry Ticket

It's not often you would want skip-the-line prison access, but in the case of the fascinating Palazzo delle Prigioni it's actually quite handy! Venice's 16th-century jail is part palace, part penitentiary. A guided tour includes the courtroom where small-time villains of the Venetian Republic were sentenced, and their lonely cells. You'll also explore places never opened before and enter the torture room to see the instruments used in the past to make criminals confess See real graffiti left by prisoners, hear about myths, legends and daring escapes, and consider the lightless existence for those inside this mysterious relic.

3.8(172 reviews)

St. Mark's Basilica: Guided Tour + Terrace Access

Visit the Basilica of San Marco on a guided tour with dedicated entry. Explore the cathedral’s famous Byzantine architecture, gilded mosaics, and historical treasures. Learn about the basilica's history from your guide, then step out onto the upper terrace for views over Piazza San Marco and Venice's rooftops.

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Verona, Lake Garda & Sirmione: Guided Tour from Venice + Boat Cruise

Depart from Mestre to Verona and explore its history. Visit Juliet’s House, see the Arena di Verona, and walk through streets with old buildings. Next, go to Sirmione on Lake Garda’s southern shores. Take a boat tour around the peninsula to see Scaliger Castle, the lake, and the Roman Grottoes of Catullus. After the boat tour, explore Sirmione at your own pace. Walk through its streets, visit shops, or sit by the lake. End your day back in Verona.

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