Venice by Night: Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour, Venice

About this activity

Discover a different side of Venice after dark, when the streets grow quieter and the daytime crowds begin to disappear.

This evening walking tour combines illuminated landmarks with hidden alleys, quiet squares and atmospheric canals. Along the way, hear Venetian history, legends and unusual local stories while experiencing the city at a more relaxed pace.

Choose a small-group tour in English or German, or a private experience with a personalized route and pickup from your hotel or restaurant in central Venice.

Experience Venice after dark, when the streets become quieter
Combine illuminated landmarks with hidden alleys, squares and canals
Hear Venetian legends, unusual stories and local history
Discover a side of Venice many daytime visitors miss

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Italian, Spanish
Operated by: deTourist Venice Valerio Coppo

Ages: Youth (0–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Illuminated landmarks and hidden corners of Venice
Included: Personalized itinerary for private tours
Included: Licensed local Venice guide
Included: Venetian history, legends and local stories
Included: Hotel or restaurant pickup in central Venice for private tours
Included: 1.5-hour guided Venice by Night walking tour

Not included

Not included: Gratuities are at your discretion

Itinerary

Venice

10 min

The itinerary shown represents the 7:30 pm route. The 9:30 pm tour follows a different route, starting near St Mark’s and continuing toward Rialto. Private tour itineraries are personalized and may vary.
Cannaregio

10 min

Off the Beaten Path: We’ll dive deep into the heart of Venice by night, wandering through its enchanting maze of narrow streets and hidden squares. The most magical part of Venice is its unpredictability—sometimes, the best way to explore is simply to wander aimlessly and let the city reveal its charm.
Scuola Grande di San Marco

10 min

The Most Beautiful Hospital in the World

Instead of a father-son Sunday soccer game, sculptor Pietro Lombardo and his sons created a high Renaissance polychrome marble façade for the Ospedale di San Giovanni e Paolo. Completed by Mauro Codussi, this masterpiece is breathtaking at sunset or night. The magnificent lions of St. Mark guard the entrance, while trompe l’oeil details captivate the eye. Today, it continues to serve as a public hospital.
Equestrian Statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni

10 min

An Equestrian Monument with Deception: Bartolomeo Colleoni’s bronze equestrian statue is one of only two public equestrian monuments in Venice. Commemorating one of Venice’s most loyal mercenary commanders, Colleoni served the Republic of Venice from 1448, occasionally switching sides when dissatisfied with pay or promotions.
Libreria Acqua alta

5 min

Ponte dei Colafelzi

This picturesque bridge is a hidden gem in Venice, offering a beautiful and peaceful spot to pause and admire the canal views. A perfect place to reflect on the beauty of Venice’s lesser-known corners, away from the crowds.
Basilica Dei Santi Giovanni E Paolo

10 min

Pantheon of the Dogi

Known as "San Zanipolo" in Venetian dialect, this church was designed to inspire awe with its vast interior. For centuries, it served as the final resting place for Venice’s rulers. The church’s stunning 15th-century stained glass and 25 Doge tombs make it a site of great historical significance.
Campo Santa Maria Formosa

10 min

Santa Maria Formosa and Spiderman: This beautiful campo marks the boundary between Venice’s tourist-heavy areas and its more authentic, local spaces. It’s also the setting for a thrilling moment in Spider-Man: Far From Home, where the superhero saves the bell tower from destruction.
Piazza San Marco

15 min

A Final Magnificent View of Venice Highlights

Piazza San Marco at night is serene and almost empty, offering a stark contrast to its busy daytime crowds. The square, illuminated softly by the lights of the cafés and basilica, becomes an intimate, tranquil space, making it a perfect moment to experience Venice without the usual crowds.
Stop 9

10 min

We begin at Combo, the former Convento dei Gesuiti, stepping out to admire the dazzling façade of the Church of the Jesuits. This 18th-century Baroque masterpiece will captivate you with its over-the-top grandeur and intricate design, impossible to fully capture in a single photo.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

For shared group tours at 9:30 pm.

Meet your guide at the Vittorio Emanuale II equestrian monument, in Riva degli Schiavoni, near St. Markt's square, in front of Hotel Londra Palace.

Pick-up in Venice's historical center is for private tours only.
For shared group tours at 7:30 pm.

Meet your guide at Campo dei Gesuiti, COMBO, near the well (not outside). Enter through the door with the COMBO sign to find your guide in the courtyard.

Pick-up in Venice's historical center is for private tours only.

End point

The 9:30 pm night walking tour usually ends close to Rialto bridge, one of Venice's most iconic spots. From here, it’s easy to return to your accommodation, enjoy a walk, or take a water bus, available all night.

The itinerary can be customized, and the tour may also end near Fondamente Nove.
The 7:30 pm night walking tour usually ends in Piazza San Marco, one of Venice's most iconic spots. From here, it’s easy to return to your accommodation, enjoy a walk, or take a water bus, available all night.

The itinerary can be customized, and the tour may also end at Rialto or Cannaregio.

Pickup points

Hotel Monaco & Grand Canal
Palazzetto Pisani Boutique Resort
Hotel de l'Alboro
Berlino Hotel Venice
Hotel Vecellio
Hotel Caneva
Hotel Bel Sito e Berlino
Hotel Ca'Vendramin Zago
Hotel Becher
Hotel Locanda Salieri
Locanda Cavanella
Hotel Al Vagon

and 388 more pickup points

Personalized pickup is available for private tours only. I can meet you at your hotel, restaurant or another convenient location within Venice’s historic center. Please provide your preferred pickup location when booking.

For small-group tours, please use the designated meeting point:

7:30 pm: COMBO, Campo dei Gesuiti. Enter through the COMBO entrance and meet your guide near the well in the internal courtyard.

9:30 pm: Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of Hotel Londra Palace.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay an access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
The standard small-group routes include several bridges and are not wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair-friendly private Venice by Night tour can be arranged using an alternative route and, when helpful, Venice’s accessible public transportation network. Please contact me before booking so I can plan the most suitable itinerary for your needs.

Options

English - Small Group 19:30

English

Meeting point: Meet your guide at Combo, in the internal yard near the well. Please enter the door with the COMBO and you will see the guide
Deutsch - kleine Gruppe 21:30

Deutsch

Meeting point: Meet your guide at Monumento Vittorio Emanuele II in Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of Hotel Londra Palace
Private tour 19:30

Private

Customized route

Pick up at hotel on request: General Meeting Point: Combo at Campo dei Gesuiti, in the internal yard near the well.

Pickup included
Private tour 21:30

Private Tour

Customized route

Pick up at hotel on request: General Meeting Point: Monumento Vittorio Emanuele II in Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of Hotel Londra Palace

Pickup included
Deutsch - kleine Gruppe 19:30

Deutsch

Meeting point: Meet your guide at Combo, in the internal yard near the well. Please enter the door with the COMBO and you will see the guide
English - small group 21:30

English

Meeting point: Meet your guide at Monumento Vittorio Emanuele II in Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of Hotel Londra Palace