--- title: Venice by Night: Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 83 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 136 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [de, en, it, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: After dark on foot? rank_in_category: 2 of 5 (Ghost & Night Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/venice-by-night-highlights-hidden-gems-tour/ --- # Venice by Night: Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour **Guidekin's take:** A short walk after dark when the crowds thin, from lit landmarks to quiet squares and canals, with legends told by a licensed local guide. Sold as small groups or as a private version with pickup from your hotel or restaurant in central Venice; tips are at your discretion. 4.87 from 136 reviews at €83 per person for 1h 30m. **After dark on foot?:** Night walk at €83 per person, English or German only in a group; private tier needs two, hotel pickup on request. 4.87, 136 reviews. Trade-off: Group route not wheelchair accessible; ask about private. (last checked September 22, 2026) ## Overview 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 ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 400 pickup points - Starts 19:30, 21:30: 2 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted ## Key facts - Price: from €83 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.87/5 from 136 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 96% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: deTourist Venice Valerio Coppo ## 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 - small group 21:30 | €83 / person | English | English Meeting point: Meet your guide at Monumento Vittorio Emanuele II in Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of Hotel Londra Palace | | Deutsch - kleine Gruppe 19:30 | €83 / person | German | 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 19:30 | €83 / person | English | 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 | €83 / person | German | Deutsch Meeting point: Meet your guide at Monumento Vittorio Emanuele II in Riva degli Schiavoni, in front of Hotel Londra Palace | | Private tour 21:30 | €167 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian, German, Spanish, English | 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 | | Private tour 19:30 | €167 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian, German, Spanish, English | 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 | ## What's included - Illuminated landmarks and hidden corners of Venice - Personalized itinerary for private tours - Licensed local Venice guide - Venetian history, legends and local stories - Hotel or restaurant pickup in central Venice for private tours - 1.5-hour guided Venice by Night walking tour ## Not included - Gratuities are at your discretion ## Itinerary 1. **Venice** (10m) - 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. 2. **Cannaregio** (10m) - 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. 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A perfect place to reflect on the beauty of Venice’s lesser-known corners, away from the crowds. 6. **Basilica Dei Santi Giovanni E Paolo** (10m) - 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... 7. **Campo Santa Maria Formosa** (10m) - 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... 8. **Piazza San Marco** (15m) - 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... 9. **We begin at Combo, the former Convento dei Gesuiti, stepping out to admire th...** (10m) - 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... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu - Departures: 19:30, 21:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22 - 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 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJmZtcDCiufkcRmViS3EgLd3Q Pickup points listed by the operator: 400 ## 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. ## Compared with other Ghost & Night Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 5** | €83 | 1h 30m | 4.87 (136) | shared | | [A Venetian Evening: Wine Tasting and Cicchetti with a Local Guide](/italy/venice/tours/a-venetian-evening-wine-tasting-and-cicchetti-with-a-local-guide/?format=md) | €89 | 3h | 4.94 (156) | shared | | [Venice: Private After Dark Tour and Gondola Ride](/italy/venice/tours/venice-private-after-dark-tour-and-gondola-ride/?format=md) | €250 | 2h | 4.83 (82) | private | | [Venice: Ghosts & Murders - Mysterious Tales of San Marco Area](/italy/venice/tours/venice-ghosts-murders-mysterious-tales-of-san-marco-area/?format=md) | €49 | 1h 30m | 4.72 (140) | shared | Ranked #2 of 5 in Ghost & Night Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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