Amy K.United States
The tour was everything we could hope for and more! Giovanna was very knowledgeably, easy to understand and very accommodating to our needs. I would recommend her wholeheartedly.
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Private tour in Venice Giovanna G
Venice Highlights In Two Hours
4.3
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2 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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Giovanna G.
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Born and raised in Venice I am an Art expert and a seasoned traveller. I work as a licensed Tour Guide in Venice since 2012. I took a University degree in Art History in 1994 and then I left Venice to go to Paris and to Brussels for 6 months. I ended up spending abroad 13 years. While abroad I took a Masters degree in Marketing and Communication and I started working in different international environments. Then I moved together with my husband to Vienna. That's why I speak fluent English, French and a conversational German. We are back in Venice now since 2009, we have two wonderful boys and we enjoy being again close to our families. What I like most of my job is to unveil my home place to curious visitors. There's so much to see in Venice. There are so many fabulous stories to tell. Every client is different, has a different background, has different expectations. Venice can satisfy each of them, the challenge is to find the right key. I think I have a wonderful job in the most beautiful office of the world! NOTICE FOR TRAVELLERS ON A CRUISE SHIP If you'll be in Venice staying on a cruise ship and just in transit unfortunately I can't get any bookings as you won't be arriving at the previous dock in central Venice and in most cases you'll be told about the final docking place just the day before. Tour Guide License n° 1114 (Venice Metro Area) Port Security Pass n° 2017 (Venice Port Authority) Licensed Guides in Venice have no restrictions at all.
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Venice highlights private tour
Overview of your Venice tour
Are you spending little time in Venice? Do you want to capture as much information as possible from a one-shot visit? This tour has been designed for you! This tour is a 'crash course' on Venice. I am a traveller myself and I know that sometimes you just want the basics and then, enjoy the place on your own. This tour is a walk that blends the most iconic areas of Venice, like St. Mark's square and the Rialto bridge, with less beaten neighbourhoods. It is about the origin of Venice, its Myth, Marco Polo and the commercial domain of the Republic of Venice on the Mediterranean Sea. I will answer your questions on how Venice was built, on floods, on Gondolas, on how Venetians today live and cope with this unique environment. The tour ends in the Rialto area (and can be extended to 3 hours)
Recent Reviews
Steve M.United States
A great personal tour of Venice I would highly recommend Giovanna, She knows the city and makes it all so interesting. Wished we would of booked a longer tour.
Nadia C.Canada
Giovanna was punctual, friendly and knowledgeable. She provided tips on being a considerate tourist, as well as on how to use the vaporetto, where to eat, and other top sites in the city. Her knowledge of history was extensive. She was kind to our children and included everyone in the fun. It was a wonderful introductory tour of several Venetian neighbourhoods!
Robert Z.United States
Extremely knowledgable but focused her comments on areas where she discerned we had the greatest interest. Giovanna went out of here way to make sure we got the full experience from our tour, even though it ran a little longer than we had planned.
Kerr G.Canada
an excellent tour with a charming, helpful and extremely knowledgeable lady -- highly recommended
Your Venice tour itinerary
-The tour starts in St. Mark's square, the heart of the city, where land and water meet. -After a short introduction on Venice origin the guide will walk you into the maze of alleyways of the neighbourhood of Castello. We will cross bridges and squares, each one with a different story to tell. You will be free to ask as many questions as you want and you will discover a lot about the daily life of the Venetians in the past and in the present time. -The tour ends in the Rialto area. Please contact me for customization.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
This is a walking tour, wear comfortable shoes
What's included
Private Guide
Meeting location
Venice, Veneto, Italy
We meet in St. Mark's square at the big column topped with a winged lion, near the water front
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
306132
Languages
English
French
ItalianActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.3
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Who is this private tour in Venice best suited for?
This private tour in Venice is perfect for travellers who have limited time but want to capture the essence of the city. It's designed as a 'crash course' on Venice, blending iconic sites like St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge with less touristy neighbourhoods. It's ideal for those who want to learn about the city's history, culture, and daily life from a local expert like Giovanna G.
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2 hours
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