Venice Walking Tour from the Train Station to Rialto

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Venice Walking Tour from the Train Station to Rialto

Price from
€30
Duration
2 h
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
English

Overview

This outdoor guided walking tour is designed for groups and starts directly at Santa Lucia Train Station, making it convenient for travelers arriving by train. From the very first steps, you are immersed in the authentic atmosphere of Venice.

Reach quieter areas such as Campo dei Tolentini, where the guide introduces everyday Venetian life, before continuing to Campo San Pantalon and Campo Santa Margherita, two squares that reveal different sides of the city, from artistic heritage to lively local meeting spots. Along the way, the enjoy a relaxed pace and clear explanations, ideal for shared experiences and easy listening.

Continuing through the Dorsoduro district, the tour reaches the Squero di San Trovaso, a traditional gondola boatyard. After crossing the Accademia Bridge, the guide points out architectural highlights such as the Scala Contarini del Bovolo and the Teatro La Fenice. The walk then leads to Campo San Bortolomio before ending at the iconic Rialto Bridge.

What's included

Expert local guide
Small group walking tour

Not included

Gratuities

What you will do

Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia
Meet your guide at the train station to begin your tour.
5 min
Campo dei Tolentini
During the walk, you reach Campo dei Tolentini, a quiet square where your guide explains local life in Venice and the history of this lesser-known area.
20 min
Campo San Pantalon
In Campo San Pantalon, your guide introduces the church famous for its impressive painted ceiling, sharing stories about Venetian art and religious traditions.
20 min
Campo Santa Margherita
The tour continues through Campo Santa Margherita, a lively square where you experience authentic Venetian daily life away from the main tourist routes.
20 min
Squero di San Trovaso
At Squero di San Trovaso, you learn how traditional gondolas are built and maintained, gaining insight into one of Venice’s oldest maritime crafts.
20 min
Ponte dell'Accademia
Crossing the Ponte dell’Accademia, your guide points out stunning views over the Grand Canal and explains the importance of this crossing in Venice’s history.
15 min
Scala Contarini del Bovolo
Passing by the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, your guide highlights this hidden spiral staircase and its unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
Pass by, no stop
Teatro La Fenice
Listen to captivating stories of Venice’s legendary opera house and its role in the city’s cultural life.
Pass by, no stop
Stop 9
In Campo San Bortolomio, your guide describes the square’s historic role as a meeting point for merchants near the Rialto market area.
20 min
Ponte di Rialto
The tour concludes at the iconic Ponte di Rialto, where your guide explains the bridge’s history and its connection to Venice’s vibrant trading past.
Pass by, no stop

Meeting point

The tour begins at the train station.

End point: The tour ends near Rialto Bridge.

Important information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Note: For all visitors who are not staying overnight in the city of Venice, an access fee is required on certain dates. Please visit the following link and check the date of your visit to Venice: https://cda.ve.it/en/