Private tour in Venice Jo-Ann G
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Jo-Ann G.
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Raised in the United States, I have spent half my life immersed in the culture and diversity of American life. My journey took a beautiful turn when I moved to Venice, Italy, to reconnect with my Italian heritage through my mother. This relocation opened my eyes to the stunning architecture, vibrant art scene, and exquisite cuisine that define this enchanting city. My experiences traveling and living in these two distinct worlds have equipped me with a fresh perspective and a passion for sharing the beauty and history of Venice. As a local, I'm eager to introduce visitors to the hidden treasures of this remarkable city, ensuring they experience the authentic essence of Venetian llife. I organize customized tours based on your personal interests and I provide my guests with information on transportation, local events, monuments and, of course, our most traditional and captivating restaurants. I have a strong understanding of how our city works, I strongly respect this majestic lagoon and I can guarantee full satisfaction in exploring the most beautiful sites that Venice has to offer. It will be an unforgettable journey! Licensed Tour Leader living in Venice for over 20 years.
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Get ready to explore the most hidden corners of Venice. Starting from Piazzale Roma, walking among the 'sestieri' of Cannaregio and San Marco, lingering along Strada Nova and beyond, you will discover the true heart of Venice. You will live the real meeting points of the Venetians, such as the Jewish ghetto and Rialto where everything remains as in the past- when the 'Serenissimi' led their life on the lagoon surrounded by the millenary beauty of the palaces built by our ancestors. Walking through narrow alleyways and bridges, the most secret and hidden, unknown to the thousands of guests who every day visit the city, I will take you to one of the most important Italian squares… St. Marks'. I'm sure I'll be able to convey to you what for me is the true beauty of this unique city in the world… Venice!
Jo-Ann is so personable, kind and genuine. She made our tour feel like we were in Venice meeting up with a familiar friend to show us the City’s highlights. The tour through the Jewish ghetto was my favorite part. Her knowledge is vast and she has a great way of explaining history that not only keeps your attention, but helps create a deeper understanding of the Venetian culture. I highly recommend her tour.
Joanne was excellent!
Excellent! Excellent! The tour and the guide Jo-Ann truly exceeded our expectations and we travel a lot! It was really an exceptional experience in the secrete streets we took, the special sights we visited and the pearls we learned! Everything very Venetian but at the same time away from the crowds. Great storytelling! Thank you!
Jo-Ann was terrific. She is very personable and very knowledgeable. We learned quite a bit about Venice in a short time. We highly recommend her!
Jo-Ann was a fabulous tour guide. She met us a the restaurant where we had lunch and ended the tour at the train station where we needed to catch a train. She was very knowledgeable about the City and even followed up after the tour with an answer to a question we had.
I had a delightful tour with Jo-Ann who provided a wealth of information about Venice. This was the perfect tour to get oriented to the city. Jo-Ann has an unique background and was able to provide insights into life in Italy from a different perspective. I am planning to book with her again on my next visit to Venice. Grazie!
This tour will take you to the most renown and visited places in Venice. We will meet at Piazzale Roma, or the train station, based on your needs and preferences. From there we'll stop by the first European Jewish ghetto and will pass through Fondamenta degli Ormesini, well known for their cicchetti and wine. At this point we'll proceed towards Rialto where we can choose rather to cross the Grand Canal by gondola or to arrive on foot. After crossing the most famous bridge in Venice, we'll finish our journey at St. Marks Square. * This itinerary can be customized to suit your needs and preferences. Feel free to contact me.
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