Venice Carnival Tour of Must-See Sites with Local Guide & Frittelle Tasting
Venezia is not only the city of Bridges but owes its fame also thanks to its famous Carnival.
The City turns into a huge masquerade ball. Masks of all kinds adorn every corner of the city and together with an expert local guide you will immerse yourself in the history of this event.
A 3-hour walking tour that will give you the privilege to discover the wonders of the city completely full of colors and costumes in every place and if you wish, at the end of your walking tour , you could taste the famous Carnival’s “frittelle”, a typical dessert of the Venetian Carnival that can be tasted only in this period of the year!
Options
morning tour at 9:30 am
walking tour
What's included in Venice Carnival Tour of Must-See Sites with Local Guide & Frittelle Tasting
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
San Marco Square, heart of the City and the central area where the Carnival takes place. You will find a huge stage where you will see shows of all kinds, organized by local cultural associations or improvised by street artists. The Venice Carnival is a journey through history, a perfect combination of art, culture, entertainment and trasgression. All tourists are involved in wild dances, sounds and music.The Carnival is organized every year on a single theme that forms the basis of the whole spectacular event and if you are lucky you will attend in Piazza San Marco to the typical "Flight of the Angel", a girl with white clothes will drop from the bell tower symbolizing a dove . Normally it's organized in the morning time. Immersed in this magical atmosphere it’s impossible not to be enchanted by the marvelous buildings that frame this unique Square. The Doge’s Palace, the Basilic and the Correr Museum are the incredible scenery of San Marco Square which at this time of the year takes on greater majesty and beauty. Do not forget your camera and shoot beautiful pictures ! it will not happen again in life such a incredible scenery!
Fondamenta Nove
Fondamenta Nova offers to the most attentive tourist a great overview on the North Lagoon Islands
Ponte di Rialto
The two last stops of your tour will be also the most evocative ones: discovering the places that gave birth to the most famous Italian explorer Marco Polo and enjoying a walk on the Rialto Bridge full of stalls with typical venetian products At the end of the tour if you wish your guide can show you one of the most famous pastry of the city where you could taste the typical dessert of the Venetian Carnival "the Frittelle" Do not miss this wonderful opportunity! Explore Venice, its history and its most famous places sorrounded by the magnificent joyful and festive atmosphere of its Carnival!
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Professional art historian guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- San Marco Square next to the Lion Pillar
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
