Private tour in Venice Nicoletta C

Venice with the kids, an Half-Day Guided Tour

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Hours icon 3 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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Nicoletta C.

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Ciao, I'm Nicoletta! Welcome to my ToursByLocals Venice page. I'm a local, I'm an Art Historian, I've worked as a professional certified private guide since 2009 and I love this job. I love staying with people, I love Venice, its light, its Art, its Beauty, and I consider it a privilege to share it with people that really wants to understand and appreciate it. Venice is so beautiful and fragile, and I think that showing its real Beauty I will help people to respect it. Since my graduation in "Art History and Conservation of Cultural Heritage", in 2002, with a thesis on cultural aspects of the Venetian mainland, I have worked in educational programs of some of the major museums of Venice (Correr, Accademia Galleries, Doge's Palace, Peggy Guggenheim): I've worked with schools, families and groups of children, developing particular tours to explain art and history in an exciting way. I've led some special tours focusing on the discovery of the Lagoon and its nature, too, for children and adults. In the same years, as a journalist and an art critic, I have developed a special passion for Contemporary Art, and I have published reviews and small catalogues for several artists. In 2009 I gained the license to work as a professional guide in Venice, so I can now share my knowledge and passion for Art, History, and the wonderful city of Venice, with its fancy palaces and narrow streets, its dark sotoporteghi and canals, its unique history and nature. As a certified tourist guide I can bring you everywhere and explain you any sites and museums in Venice and in Veneto Region. I love food and wine, too, and I've created some itineraries for people that want to discover the traditional cuisine of my city. And, being Mum of two little and wonderful kids, I know how to comunicate the Beauty of Venice to the youngest ones. Having worked for so many years in Venice with different people of different age from all over the word, I have developed a strong attitude to problem solving: you will be in very good and expert hands! All my tours are private and can be customized. Let me know what are your main interests (Art, History, Food, traditions and crafts), I will be glad to design the best tour that fits them! ------------------ NOTICE: between April the 1st and October the 31st I suggest you to contact me before booking, as my availability can change from day to day or even within hours IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PEOPLE TRAVELLING ON A CRUISE If you will be in Venice staying on a cruise ship or just in transit, I can't get any booking from you. Unfortunately, cruise ships are not arriving anymore at the central Venice dock and you will be told about the final docking place just the day before. This make it impossible to schedule any tour with me, I'm sorry. ITALIAN NATIONAL REGISTER OF TOURIST GUIDE #05000427 GUIDE CERTIFICATION #1086 (Venice Metro Area) Venice Port Security Pass 25850 (Venice Port Authority) EDUCATION Master Degree in ''Art History and Conservation of Cultural Heritage'' (Venice University) Certificate released by UICI Venezia to plan and lead tours for visually impaired visitors (2021) As a Professional Certified Guide of Venice, I have no restrictions at all. I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.

Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Nicoletta C.

Overview of your Venice tour

Do you think that visiting a city is difficult with kids? Not, if you have the right guide! ;-) There are a lot of things to do with children in Venice and, of course, any museum, walk, activity can be adapt to capture their attention. An example? Let's start from Saint Mark's Square, where wonderful stories can be told your children starting from the fancy animals and characters displayed on the buildings all around: winged lions, griffons, bronze horses; people doing strange activity, wearing unusual clothes or holding particular tools. And - what to say about the pigeons? Then, we will go to the market, full of fish, fruit, vegetables, colours and people, to see the real Venetian life. Or to Murano, to create a beautiful glass pendant. It is easier to appreciate what surrounds us, if we are tasting the best gelato in town, and it is so relaxing to understand how this city was built on the water seeing it from a beautiful private boat exploring the inner canals. Do you agree, don't you?

Recent Reviews

Jarrod H.United States
August 2026

Nicoletta was amazing and did such a good job telling the history of Venice to our kids in a way that kept them engaged. We really appreciated the local touch she provided.

Johnny L.United States
March 2026

Nicoletta was marvelous as she toured us through Venice. We stopped at a local mask makers storefront and workshop, perused a remo (gondola oar) woodshop, tasted delicious chocolates and cicchetti all while learning so many interesting facts and details about Venice. After saying our goodbyes, I asked our son (5yo) some questions about the information Nicoletta shared and he spit those facts right out. We highly recommend booking this tour and enjoying a few hours in Venice with her!

James C.
June 2025

Don't hesitate to book a tour with Nicoletta. She was a fantastic guide for the afternoon in Venice. She easily customized our tour and made things simple and fun for our three kids. Look no further, just book now.

Guy W.United Kingdom
April 2024

Superb, a must book when you visit Venice!

Guy W.United Kingdom
April 2024

Nicoletta made our family trip to Venice so special and took all the hassle out of visiting the city for the first time. So knowledgeable, warm and friendly, with a perfect ability to engage our 2 children, 11 and 14 - they loved Venice and Nicoletta! Highly recommended.

Lydia L.United States
April 2024

Nicoletta's tour was enjoyed by both kids and adults! Our group of 10 included 2 seniors, 2 toddlers, and 6 adults. All of us had a fantastic time with Nicoletta. She kept the kids engaged and educated the adults. We had the opportunity to visit the Basilica di San Marco and tour various canals by private boat - which you MUST do! It was wonderful to get a local's perspective on Venice too! Highly recommend any tour with Nicoletta.

Your Venice tour itinerary

Starting from your hotel, we will explore the Saint Mark's Square together. Then, walking through some of the less beaten paths of Venice, we will go to Rialto, to see one of the most famous bridge in the World and the beautiful, lively market that lies along the Grand Canal. After having tasted a good gelato, we will walk around, or spend an hour on a private taxi boat, to see the Grand Canal and some of the inner other canals of the city If you like the idea of your kids doing a beautiful glass pendant in Murano, send me an inquiry: I will change our itinerary and will organise the workshop for you. IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PEOPLE TRAVELLING ON A CRUISE If you will be in Venice staying on a cruise ship or just in transit, unfortunately I can't get any booking from you. Unfortunately, cruise ships are not arriving anymore at the central Venice dock and you will be told about the final docking place just the day before your arrival, making impossibile to agree a precise schedule.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Any entrance tickets, if you will decide to enter any church or museum Glass workshop in Murano (20€ per person) Transfer to Murano (80€ each) Private boat if you want to do 50 minutes to see the canals (200€)
Food Drinks Snacks
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Meeting location

1 Piazza San Marco, Venezia, Veneto, 30124, Italy

ByGuide: In Saint Mark's Square, in front of the exit of the Doge's Palace

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Family
Architecture
Tour reference number
844896
Languages
English
Italian
Spanish
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Venice best suited for?

This private tour in Venice is perfect for families, especially those with children. Nicoletta C. ensures that the tour is engaging for kids by adapting activities and stories to capture their attention. It's a great way for families to explore Venice together, with a focus on making the experience enjoyable and educational for children.

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Hours icon 3 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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