Private tour in Venice Fernando V

The Myth of Venice Tour

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Fernando V.

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Venice is a city of unmatched beauty but it is also one of the most visited places in the world, how can you make sure to get an authentic experience and a personal sense that will help build your own memory and make your stay truly special? With me of course! First of all as a professional certified guide I can lead you into all the historical buildings like churches, museums and art galleries with no limitations, this means you'll always get reliable and qualified information about all you'll see. Secondly as a local resident who lives and works in central Venice I'll share with you my favourite places in town both 'away from the crowds' but also the sites any first comer expect to see, in all cases I'll provide you the meaning and sense of all what is listed in my tours. My goal is always the same, turn you in my local companion, a person who is ready to be a Venetian for the time he'll be in town, then rely on my expertise for first hand hints regarding our wonderful food&drink, shopping, things to do, events and exhibits plus all 'what's about'. Come with me through large areas of this stunning city void of 'sightseers', get ravished by Venice's matchless beauty as you walk at your own pace, find out that Venice is not just a 'must see' place but a beautiful city with many locations, sites and buildings worth to be seen and appreciated. Be ready to be captivated and follow me! About Me. I was born in Spain from a Spanish mother and an Italian father whose family originated in the Veneto region, my grandpa's sister migrated to the US in the early 20th century where her descendants reached now the 5th generation. I lived in London, Madrid and Rome with my parents but I also travelled a lot with them and my sister because of my dad's job for an airline and to visit my mum's side of the family I also spent many summers in the Spanish region of Galicia. I worked in the tourist business for most of my life, I begun travelling extensively both in Italy and abroad as a tour manager for American and Italian travel companies until 2001 when I settled in Venice and passed my exam to become a certified guide. Love brought me, as it has for so many others, to the most romantic city, my Venetian wife and I both live in a 13th century building located in the very heart of town. NOTICE If you intend to visit Venice in any date from April 1st to October 31st - very high season - please contact me before booking as my availability can change rapidly. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ GUIDE QUALIFICATION Italian National Register of Tourist Guides # 05000020 https://portaleprofessioni.ministeroturismo.gov.it/guide-list EDUCATION Bachelor Degree in ''Art Conservation of Cultural Heritage'' (Venice University)

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Overview of your Venice tour

After so many times guiding tours in the Ducal Palace and St. Mark's church, I can still find more to look at and learn from, it could not be otherwise, they are two masterpieces of architecture and house a world class collection of works of art, once you think you saw all, that is just a new beginning. Most visitors see these two building as precious containers of beautiful things without recalling that both epitomize the entire story of the Republic of Venice from its beginning to the end, let me then by your 'historical consultant'. It will be hard for me to 'pack' all in just 3 hrs, starting from the early days of Venice that can be perfectly recalled inside St. Mark's church while admiring the largest mosaic surface in the world through the time of the glorious Most Serene Republic and the offices were Venetian history was made as your eyes wander on the canvasses that describe it as a gigantic picture album. This is not a 'must see tour, ' it is your 'I want to see tour' instead.

Your Venice tour itinerary

St. Mark's church is unique, the only byzantine looking church in Western Europe offering the visitor's eye the most complete collection of marbles combined with the greatest mosaic decoration ever seen in a single building. This is the also the best place where to answer your first question about Venice, why people came to settle in such a difficult and unstable environment? The Ducal Palace, previously the combined seat of Venetian gov. t, court of justice and chief of state, will be next. Besides on the vast collection of paintings, including those of the three Renaissance masters Titian, Veronese and Tintoretto, your attention will be brought also on how the first modern republican system worked. ABOUT ST. MARK'S CHURCH > Skip-the-line admissions: I can get those for you only if still available at the time of your booking. > St. Mark's church: open 9. 30am > 5:00pm - Sundays from 2:00 > 5:00pm

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Type: Walking

This is a walking tour

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. ADMISSION FEES >> Skip the line admissions to enter the Ducal Palace 31,00 euros p.p. adults - 21.00 over 65 years 15,00 euros p.p. kids and students (subject to increase) >> Skip the line admissions to enters St. Mark's church 6,00 euros p.p. (subject to increase)
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Tickets: 47,00 euros admissions p.p. including Doge's Palace and St. Mark's church
Meeting location

Veneto, Veneto, Italy

St Mark's square by the exit of the Ducal Palace https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZYeKdA4VvCwuhukL9

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City Highlights
History
Architecture
Tour reference number
3935
Languages
English
Italian
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
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This private tour in Venice is perfect for travellers who want to delve deeper into the history and art of the city. It's ideal for those who are interested in exploring the architectural masterpieces of St. Mark's church and the Ducal Palace, and who appreciate a personalized experience with a knowledgeable guide like Fernando V. This tour also suits those who prefer a more intimate setting, as it accommodates up to 6 people.

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