Allison D.Canada
Abigail was a very knowledgeable guide with fascinating facts aboutThe Doge's Palace, as well as the Basilica de San Marco. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her and would highly recommend one of her tours!
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Private tour in Venice Abigail C
Private Tour Of The Doge's Palace, S.Mark's Basilica and Rialto
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Abigail C.
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Buongiorno! Nice to meet you! I am Abigail, a proud Italian with an English mother and Italian father. I am an Art History expert and I would love to share with you my passion for the two Italian cities I love the most, Venice and Rome! I have studied the history of art and painting in Venice during high school and then graduated with honours in Management of Cultural Tourism. I have always loved art together with travelling and discovering all aspects of culture. During my university career I experienced one year abroad with a scholarship in Spain and also took part in a prestigious internship with the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, one of my favourite museums in town. Just after graduation I studied for my tour leader and tour guide licenses and then attended several art history courses in Rome and the UK. Since then I have been sharing the beauty of Venice and Rome with visitors from all over the world. I love meeting people and I hope I will manage to make your day memorable! :) Official Tour Guide License; Official Tour Leader License; Degree with Honours in Management of Cultural Tourism; Venice Peggy Guggenheim Collection Guide; Vatican Museums Authorised Tour Guide; Venice Port Authority License.
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The heart of politics, religion and trade in Venice
Overview of your Venice tour
The Doge's Palace was the political centre of Venice, it hosted the government and the city court together with the apartments of the Doge when Venice was a Republic. The Palace is an amazing example of Venetian Gothic architecture and stands along the waterfront overlooking the Lagoon. We'll discover the history of the Republic and the beautiful rooms of the Palace decorated with masterpieces by Venetian painters such as Tintoretto and Paolo Veronese. These masters where chosen by the Venetian government with the aim to represent the power of Venice on water and on land, using exquisite colours and light to define religious and political scenes. You will be captured by the scale and beauty of their art. The tour continues with the Basilica dedicated to S. Marco, a typical example of Byzantine style decorated with 8000 sqm of golden mosaics. We'll then walk up to the Rialto Bridge and discover the market area and the heart of the island.
Recent Reviews
Jessica G.United States
We had such a great tour! Our guide was so knowledgeable. I was traveling with my 3 daughters and the guide did such an incredible job of relating the stories and relevant information. Keeping us out of the sun and comfortable. It was SOOO hot. THANK YOU!
Sebastian C.United States
Abigail was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Venice, the buildings and paintings. She also provided the everyday perspective of leaving in Venice now and in the past. I highly recommend her as a tour guide.
Lori C.United States
Wonderful tour with Abigail! So informative and enjoyable. I’d definitely recommend her as a tour guide. Thank you Abigail!
Your Venice tour itinerary
-Meeting point under the pillar with the winged lion in S. Mark's square. -Entrance to the Doge's Palace followed by a break for the use of restrooms if necessary and bar. - visit of the Basilica of S. Marco. - Walk from San Marco Square to the Rialto Bridge and discovery of the area and market.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking
What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Church skip the line tickets
What's not included
Tickets: Doge’s palace ticket 35€
Meeting location
1578 Sestiere di San Marco, Venezia, Veneto, 30124, Italy
Under the stone pillar with the winged lion in S.Mark's Square near the water front- Waterbus stop: San Zaccaria / S.Marco PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE WITH NAME AND SURNAME OF ALL PARTICIPANTS FOR THE CHURCH TICKETS AND BRING A VALID ID WITH PHOTO ON THE DAY THANK YOU!
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
1289603
Languages
Italian
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
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3 hours
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