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title: Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
lang: en
type: tour
city: Venice
country: Italy
price: 39
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.86
reviews: 2299
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Away from St Mark's?
rank_in_category: 2 of 22 (Walking Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-25
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/tour-of-the-real-hidden-venice/
---

# Tour of The Real Hidden Venice

**Guidekin's take:** A native Venetian tour leader walks you through Cannaregio's small canals and the legends of the old Republic, away from the San Marco crowds, with a city map to keep. Group and private tiers, the private one with a Murano glass add on; the meeting point is by the train station and hotel pickup is not included. 4.86 from 2299 reviews for 2h.

**Away from St Mark's?:** Choose the English only group walk through Cannaregio with a native Venetian leader and a map, 2h at €39 per person; no pickup. 4.86, 2299 reviews. Trade-off: Meets by the station; no hotel pickup. (last checked September 22, 2026)

In our comparison: #2 of 22 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover the real Secret Venice on a special walking tour with a native Venetian tour leader!
The experience to live the uniqueness of the most authentic local districts.
From Cannaregio, admiring its small canals and millenary legends, the tour will take you back in 1400s, learning the tales of the Venetian Republic, full of secrets and mysteries.
During this exciting walk you will breathe a 100% local atmosphere, out of the beaten tracks, to admire the real life of Venice with its locals and crafts.
The experience will arrive up to Rialto bridge where your guide will show the old trade center from completely a different perspective!
Stories, Legends and Secrets.. from the Venetian eyes!

## Before you book

- Meeting point: In front of "CHIESA DI SAN SIMEON…
- 14 start times: between 09:00 and 19:00
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €29: ages 1 to 10

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €39 per person for the English - Group Tour option; other options up to €149
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.86/5 from 2299 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Shome Venice
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 14 start times between 09:00 and 19:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-25

## Reviews

4.86 from 2299 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2223 of 2299.

- 5 stars: 2106 (92%)
- 4 stars: 117 (5%)
- 3 stars: 38 (2%)
- 2 stars: 12 (1%)
- 1 star: 26 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value local stories and quieter neighbourhoods; some find the amount of walking tiring.

**Praised:**
- Local guides connect Venetian history with everyday life and personal stories
- Routes through quieter neighbourhoods away from the busiest tourist streets
- Guides answer questions and explain details visitors would otherwise miss
- Restaurant and sightseeing recommendations for the rest of the visit

**Complaints:**
- Some find the pace comfortable, while others find the amount of walking tiring
- Some enjoy the neighbourhood focus, while others find the sights less interesting than expected

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-07-04 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-04.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| English - Group Tour | €39 / person | English | Language: English |
| Private Tour | €99 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Guide: Get to know the real Venice with your private Venetian guide! |
| Private Tour + Murano Glass | €149 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Hidden Venice + Murano Glass : The private experience includes the Hidden Venice walking tour + the exclusive Murano Glass factory visit. Duration: 3 hours: 2 hours Hidden Venice walking tour + 1 hour Murano Glass Factory visit (possible to extend your time at the Glass factory) Water Taxi: Transportation from Venice to Murano and return by Water Taxi |

## What's included

- 2 hours walking tour
- Native Venetian Local Expert - Tour Leader
- Local taxes
- Pickup in front of Hotel Antiche Figure (read carefully the booking info)
- 1 City Map per person

## Not included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off

## Itinerary

1. **Ponte degli Scalzi** (pass by, no stop) - Admire the city from the bridge.
2. **Learn the funny story of this "campo"** (5m)
3. **Cross the bridge to enter the authentic Venice** (pass by, no stop)
4. **Explore the Jewish quarter of Venice** (15m)
5. **Cannaregio** (30m) - Breathe the quietness of the most romantic canals of this area.
6. **Chiesa della Madonna dell'Orto** (5m) - See the original floor of Venice in front of the church
7. **Palazzo Mastelli o del Cammello** (5m) - Learn the legend of this millenary palace.
8. **Squero dei Muti** (5m) - Admire an old gondolas factory.
9. **The original bridge of the Venetian Republic** (5m)
10. **Ponte di Rialto** (15m) - Discover the fascinating first bridge built on the Grand Canal, rich of stories, legends and traditions.
11. **The first lived island of Venice** (10m)
12. **The old trade center of the Venetian Republic "La Serenissima"** (15m)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 14 start times between 09:00 and 19:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

In front of "CHIESA DI SAN SIMEON PICCOLO" opposite the Train Station, the church with the big green dome - next to Hotel Antiche Figure. We will have a board with your name.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJCWVS48OxfkcRR6n0ykWzMZo

Ends: The tour will end near Rialto bridge.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
- For the Group tour: Make sure to check out the meeting point in advance. In front of Hotel Antiche Figure. Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station Area. If something is not clear let us know immediately during the booking procedure.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €78 | €39 |
| 4 | €156 | €39 |
| 6 | €174 | €29 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Walking Tours start at €14 per person.

## Compared with other Walking Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 22** | €39 | 2h | 4.86 (2299) | private |
| [Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice](/italy/venice/tours/gondola-ride-with-private-walking-tour-in-venice/?format=md) | €79 | 3h | 4.95 (325) | private |
| [Venice: Commissario Brunetti Walking Tour for Donna Leon Fans](/italy/venice/tours/venice-commissario-brunetti-walking-tour-for-donna-leon-fans/?format=md) | €83 | 2h | 4.93 (178) | shared |
| [Best of Venice Private Tour: St. Mark's Doge Palace Gondola Ride](/italy/venice/tours/best-of-venice-private-tour-st-mark-s-doge-palace-gondola-ride/?format=md) | €450 | 4h 30m | 4.94 (130) | private |

Ranked #2 of 22 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €450, median €90; typical length 2h 30m. 9 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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