Venice for First-Timers: Essential Private Tour

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About this activity

Welcome to Venice! Want to know the best places to eat? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city and better plan your stay? Book this private tour and get the perfect introduction to Venice!

First time in Venice? Wondering where to go and what to see in this fascinating city? Kickstart your time in Venice with 2 hours introduction to the city with the help of top rated guide. This tour is the city overview you were looking for that brings together sights of main highlights and attractions, plus must-have tips and tricks that will help you get acquainted with the city, its people, and culture.

So, ready to start your time in Venice in the best way possible? On this private tour, you’ll meet up with the local guide at your hotel and any place you prefer and have a tailor-made experience.

Any questions? Book the tour and ask before your trip about anything that pops into your mind and get all the answers you need for the perfect Venice trip.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
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: Licensed Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Laguna di Venezia

15 min

We will jump over centuries to understand how the lagoon have been shaped by the Republic of Venice to its own purposes and survival, creating herculean barriers from the sea, deviating rivers while keeping a delicate balance between human intervention and natural events.
Venice

15 min

Discover how the Venetian lagoon is connected with the Adriatic Sea through three port inlets, allowing the exchange of waters to enter and exit from the Adriatic Sea at the rhythm of the tides.

This cyclical movement performs an indispensable function for the balance of its ecosystem: high tide becomes a problem for Venice only when it exceeds the level of 80 cm, the limit beyond we can speak of "Acqua Alta" ("High water")
City of Venice

15 min

Understand the complicated mix of phenomena causing Acqua Alta and why some are predictable and others much less. You will discover why rain has nothing do to with it and how lunar phases and astronomical tides, strong winds low pressure plays a much bigger role.
Stop 4

15 min

You will get explained how is possible that with 80 cm tides your feet keep dry and why a tide of 140cm is impacting the city so hardly.
Venice

15 min

Get back to the 60s, when a tragedy renamed the "aqua granda" occurred due to an exceptional wave of bad weather hitting all of Italy. Back those days Venice experienced one of the most tragic days in its history, with the tide reaching the highest peak ever recorded in the history. We will understand how this event impacted the development of the city and life of its inhabitants in the following decades.
Lido di Venezia

15 min

Venice experienced a similar situation on the evening in 2019, making clear that natural events are more and more linked with global climate changes and over tourism exploiting the city. We will understand more about what happened visiting some places heavily impacted back on those days.
Campo Santa Maria Formosa

15 min

Venice experienced a dramatic situation also at the end of 2019, making clear that natural events are more and more linked with global climate changes and over tourism exploiting the city. We will understand more about what happened visiting some places heavily impacted back on those days.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

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 340 more pickup points

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 too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
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 a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it