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Join a local storyteller on a captivating walking tour filled with myths, legends, and mysterious tales that go beyond the history books. From shadowy alleys to centuries-old secrets, experience Venice through its most intriguing stories and discover the secrets woven into the fabric of the city.

Destination

Venice, Italy

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

2.5 horas

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

Italiano, English, Deutsch, Español, Français

Included

• Private Guide
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to Attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 6 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at At the main entrance of the church - Venice to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Mitos, leyendas y cuentos misteriosos

   Tu recorrido histórico por Venecia se centrará en la historia oculta de la ciudad: mitos, leyendas y relatos misteriosos. Descubre la ciudad mientras recorres la historia y profundizas en el impacto que esta parte de la historia ha tenido en Venecia.

4. Momentos históricos destacados

   Descubra los principales lugares de interés relacionados con el tema de su recorrido y conecte su relevancia a través de historias y datos fantásticos de su anfitrión local experto.

5. Tesoros ocultos

   Durante su recorrido, también descubrirá joyas ocultas que le mostrarán una perspectiva diferente de la historia tal como la conoce, ¡algo que no podrá encontrar fácilmente en un libro de historia!

6. Viaje narrativo

   Al descubrir la Venecia histórica, podrás retroceder en el tiempo gracias a las increíbles historias y la habilidad narrativa de tu anfitrión local. No dudes en hacer preguntas y siéntete como si estuvieras reviviendo la historia en el presente.

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Randy and Jen🇺🇸 United States

(About local rocco)

3 julio 2025

Rocco, was right on time for a very hot afternoon. Kept us in shade and told us amazing stories about popular and hidden spots in Venice. It was like having an afternoon with a professional historian, would highly recommend to everyone!Wonderul Hidden Gens Tour!

Janean

(About local CLAUDIA)

29 junio 2025

We had an amazing experience with Claudia! Her love for Venice was obvious throughout our tour. She shared so much history, personalized the tour for our family and engaged everyone in meaningful ways! We truly appreciated learning more about the city and its hidden gems. We would highly recommend this experience and the smaller With Locals experience in general. It’s great to be able to connect with a local, and you can’t go wrong with Claudia!Perfect Tour!

Christiane🇦🇹 Austria

(About local Roberto)

29 junio 2025

1

Ich hatte Roberto bereits zum zweiten Mal als Guide durch Dorsoduro gebucht - für Roberto kein Problem: Er hat für mich die Tour sehr abwechslungsreich mit einer Mischung aus bereits bekannten "Pfaden" und neuen Wegen gestaltet, an Details der ersten Tour angeknüpft, angereichert und ergänzt durch weitere sehr interessante Blickwinkel. Da ich regelmäßig in Venedig bin, interessiere ich mich auch für die Veränderungen, die in der Stadt passieren. Auch hier ist Roberto wirklich gut informiert und teilt dieses Wissen sehr gerne. Sehr empfehlenswert!

emma🇿🇦 South Africa

(About local CLAUDIA)

29 junio 2025

The food tour with Claudia was simply one of the very best tours I've ever been on, She is so friendly and engaging, within 5 minutes it felt like we were just a group of friends going out together rather that any tour! She has incredible knowledge, a wonderful sense of humour and is kind beyond belief. As usual on a with locals food tour, we ate far too much, but the food was so tasty and the locations so thoughtfully chosen, it didn't feel overwhelming, rushed or too full. Claudia not only delivered a fantastic tour with lots of laughter and fun facts, she also went above and beyond and shared transport tips, a great option for Murano, and really helped us as a friend would with next plans. Anyone lucky enough to have Claudia for a guide is in for a real treat, she really is wonderful. HUGE compliments and thanks from the 4 of us to Claudia.Claudia is the best!!

Beate

(About local Roberto)

27 junio 2025

1

Unsere Tour mit Roberto war ein absolutes Highlight unseres Aufenthaltes in Venedig.Schon von Beginn hat man gemerkt, mit wie viel Leidenschaft und Wissen er durch "seine" Stadt führt. Roberto spricht fließend deutsch und konnte jede Frage schnell beantworten. Er hat uns versteckte Ecken gezeigt, die man in keinem Reiseführer findet. Man merkt, daß er Venedig liebt. Vielen Dank Roberto, für diesen wunderbaren Einblick in die Seele der Stadt. Wir würden jederzeit wieder eine Tour mit dir machen. Absolute Empfehlung !!! Beate und HerbertUnvergessliche Tour mit Roberto

Olga🇺🇸 United States

(About local Federica)

23 junio 2025

Federica gave our family an unforgettable scavenger-style tour of Venice! She was fantastic with our two kids—engaging and patient. Her creative approach made the city’s rich history come alive in a way that was both fun and educational. One of our kids was not excited to be in Venice until our tour with Federica. But we all walked away with big smiles, curious minds, and a newfound love for Venice, all thanks to her!

Erica

(About local rocco)

22 junio 2025

Rocco was a great guide showing us the hidden areas of San Marco area of Venice. He was super flexible when we ran into some travel delays. Highly recommend!Knowledgeable and Accommodating Guide

Nicole🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local rocco)

21 junio 2025

Great skip the line tour seeing and listening to Venetian history in a fun way. So much history

david🇩🇪 Germany

(About local rocco)

19 junio 2025

Rocco's tour of St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace in Venice was very informative and enjoyable. His explanations of the artwork, architecture, and room functions of both the church and the palace were highly contextualized from the perspective of the Doges of Venice, which helped us to imagine life during the times of the Doges. We appreciated how he navigated our small group through the palace amongst larger tour groups—we always felt like we were getting a personal tour and not lost in a crowd. The Doges' Perspective

Mike🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local rocco)

16 junio 2025

A Cool Tour For Both Kids & Adults

Valerie

(About local rocco)

15 junio 2025

If you want to see Venice through the eyes of someone who truly understands its soul, book a tour with Rocco. His expertise, warmth, and enthusiasm make this iconic city even more magical. His insights into the political intrigue and the city’s legal system added a whole new dimension to the experience. Rocco’s expert storytelling made the glittering mosaics and intricate altars even more impressive. He shared fascinating details about the religious motifs and the basilica’s unique architectural blend of Gothic and Byzantine styles, ensuring we appreciated every detail. Five stars without hesitation! Definitely a trip highlight for us!Unforgettable and just perfect!

Marc

(About local CLAUDIA)

13 junio 2025

Claudia was knowledgeable and friendly, sharing with us topics from how Venice manages rising sea levels and its sinking to its history, art, architecture and urban planning. She did so in a way which was engaging, humorous at times, and with reference to actual sites so it was not dry and cerebral. She was energetic and committed throughout the 2.5hr+ tour despite being under the weather and having to bear with the heat, the walk and the distance. We were a party of four and I observed she made a point to engage all of us regardless of age. I’d book her tour again if another opportunity should arise.A Perfect Ten

Anne🇺🇸 United States

(About local CLAUDIA)

13 junio 2025

We had a great tour of Venice with Claudia. She has so many great stories which really bring the history of the city to life. Our boys (17, 15, and 9) declared it the best tour we had our entire trip of Italy. Fantastic Family tour

Vera🇸🇰 Slovakia

(About local rocco)

11 junio 2025

It was a great pleasure to have tour with Rocco! Very interesting, oriented and flexible guide!

Philipp🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Roberto)

8 junio 2025

Wir hatten eine großartige Tour mit Roberto durch das authentische Venedig abseits der Touristenmassen. Besonders gefallen hat uns der Einblick in das ruhigere Viertel Dorsoduro mit seinen charmanten Gassen und versteckten Ecken. Roberto hat uns mit spannenden Fakten, interessanten Geschichten und einem echten lokalen Blick auf die Stadt begeistert. Er ist sehr gut auf unsere Wünsche eingegangen und hat die Tour ganz auf uns abgestimmt. Eine tolle Möglichkeit, Venedig einmal von einer anderen Seite kennenzulernen - absolut empfehlenswert!Tolle Tour - abseits des Bekannten

Anne🇺🇸 United States

(About local CLAUDIA)

6 junio 2025

Claudia was an amazing guide. We learned about history, culture and of course cuisine. We enjoyed all of the food and drinks. It was like spending the day with a good friend! Highly recommend! Delicious and Informative!

Mark🇺🇸 United States

(About local Lucia Bondetti )

6 junio 2025

Lucia is a warm, knowledgeable and organized guide who tailored our tour to our requests. Her energy and enthusiasm made for a wonderful way to see major sites in beautiful Venezia.A beautiful experience

Ann

(About local Valerio)

5 junio 2025

Our day with Valerio was amazing! After meeting at the local fish market, we went to his home on murano to prepare a meal. It was delicious and so fun to feel like a local. Our tour of murano included stops to learn about glass blowing. Our daughter got to make her own glass bead and then we toured a glass showroom which was beautiful. Don’t hesitate to book this memorable tour- Valerio is outstanding!Amazing Day

Susanne

(About local Adair)

5 junio 2025

Adair was a wonderful guide who tailored the tour to our group. She is very insightful and we really liked to get her view on living in Venice. Her unique perspective on Venice greatly contributed to our enjoyment of our stay. Great tips and she hooked us on cicchetti!Great and very personal tour!

Katharina🇦🇹 Austria

(About local CLAUDIA)

31 mayo 2025

Wenn ihr Venedig von seiner authentischen, kulinarischen Seite entdecken wollt, dann ist Claudias Food Tour ein absolutes Must-See! Schon beim ersten Treffen spürt man ihre herzliche, offene Art und ihre Leidenschaft für die venezianische Küche. Claudia ist nicht nur super freundlich, sondern auch unglaublich kompetent – sie kennt die Stadt wie ihre Westentasche und führt einen zu den besten versteckten Spots, die man als Tourist allein nie finden würde. Die Tour ist eine perfekte Mischung aus Kultur, Geschichte und vor allem: Gaumenfreuden! Von köstlichen Cicchetti in traditionellen Bacari über lokale Spezialitäten wie Sarde in Saor bis hin zu süßen Leckereien – jeder Stopp war ein kleines Highlight. Und das Beste: Claudia erklärt mit Begeisterung die Geschichten und Hintergründe zu den Speisen und Getränken, sodass man nicht nur probiert, sondern auch wirklich etwas lernt. Ich kann diese Tour jedem ans Herz legen, der Venedig liebt (oder lieben lernen will). Claudia macht den Unterschied – sie bringt einem das echte, genussvolle Venedig näher. Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis! LlEin Must See/Eat

jnbuystuff2000

(About local CLAUDIA)

30 mayo 2025

Claudia was an incredible guide. We have been on many food tours and this was our best experience. She was able to connect the history of Venice with the local cuisine. Her knowledge of the town was extensive and also her insight into cooking and how to prepare local food. The food we tried was all excellent. Great food tour

Alisha

(About local CLAUDIA)

27 mayo 2025

This tour was just what we wanted. After spending a day wandering in Venice on our own, Claudia gave us a tour of areas away from the tourists. We were able to see how people in the city live, learn about the history of Venice, and appreciate how unique this place is. Claudia also gave us many recommendations for dinner and shopping for the rest of our trip. Her personality is energetic and warm. We really enjoyed our time with her. I’d highly recommend. Getting to know Venice

Madison🇺🇸 United States

(About local CLAUDIA)

27 mayo 2025

Claudia was a wonderful guide and the tour was the best way to start our Venice trip. We got to see places off the beaten path and the knowledge she shared made our remaining days exploring that much more meaningful!Perfect way to explore Venice!

Tyler

(About local Roberto)

26 mayo 2025

We had a great tour with Roberto. As a local he was able to give great insights and avoid the main tourist areas. Great way to explore Venice

Cornelia

(About local Valerio)

26 mayo 2025

Valerio macht den Spaziergang durch Canareggio und San Polo weit über die Brunetti-Informationen hinaus interessant. Wer weiß schon, wie die Hausnummern zustande kommen oder wo die Bestattungskirche aus dem Film "Wenn die Gondeln Trauer tragen" liegt? Die Restaurant Empfehlungen, die man noch zusätzlich bekommt, sind eine echte Empfehlung. Vielen Dank, Valerio!mehr als Brunetti ...

Matthew🇨🇦 Canada

(About local CLAUDIA)

24 mayo 2025

We truly had an amazing day with Claudia. For someone who doesn’t have a lot of time to explore this amazing city, this trip was truly worth it. Claudia really knows this city and the hidden gems. She was an amazing guide and really made us feel at home.A day in Venice with Claudia.

Heidi

(About local Roberto)

23 mayo 2025

Roberto accommodated us 2 days after our originally scheduled tour, as we arrived a day later than expected. The tour he provided was interesting, but could probably be completed in 2 hours. Roberto is an intelligent person who does have a working knowledge of several languages, but I would not say that most English speakers would be able to absorb all of what he says during a tour. We certainly liked learning about his native city and enjoyed his sense of humor too. The only reason we are providing this level of detail is because the cost of the tour was considerable and we would have appreciated knowing exactly what the pluses and minuses might have e been. We truly appreciated Robeto’s flexibilty.

Sudharsan🇮🇳 India

(About local Adair)

18 mayo 2025

We were lucky to get an overview of Venice with Adair right on the first day. This helped is connect the dots when we did the indepth types of near by islands, St. marks/Doges palace and the various nooks and crannies. Recommend!History + Architecture + Personal stories

Mara

(About local Adair)

17 mayo 2025

Adair was absolutely wonderful and perfect for our stay in Venice. She led us through the city and we saw some much more than we could have imagined. She planned the best day and best fit for our family. She was so warm and friendly ... my family of 4 just adored her. Plus, she knows so many people - we were given extra special treatment on the tour. Book with Adair and it will be one of your favorite memories of your time in Venice. It was one of our most memorable in our 10 day tour of Italy!!!PERFECT DAY IN VENICE!!!

Luke🇺🇸 United States

(About local CLAUDIA)

14 mayo 2025

We have used many local guides over the years. Claudia is the absolute top end. For us she was able to tell the overall story of Venice and its history, and provide great informative detailed. As a native Venetian and life long english speaker she was able to comfortably cover everything from history to gelato. The best

Debbie

(About local Romy)

13 mayo 2025

Romy was a great guide. We have traveled all over the world for 40 years. Our best guide yet. If you are traveling this far, make the trip worth it. Let Venice come alive—this city deserves your attention. Romy’s makes the Venice tourists don’t get

Angela🇺🇸 United States

(About local Adair)

13 mayo 2025

Adair was just a wonderful guide for us. Attentive, personable and full of information. It was so helpful to understand the formation of Venice and how each area has evolved. We stopped for chichetti and now our favorite spritz 'Select'. We all shared little bits of info and she shared many stories of her own and of well known Venetians. It was a fabulous afternoon and we are so glad to have had her show us Venice!Fabulous tour! A

amandajanemiles🇯🇪 Jersey

(About local CLAUDIA)

10 mayo 2025

Claudia is an extremely talented host! She has a deep understanding of pretty much everything - the history of Venice from its historic construction, architectural makeup, trade history, religious and political influences. Her bubbly personality made us feel totally relaxed and with her natural, quick sense of humour and her dry wit had us belly laughing. We grilled her for hours on all topics and there wasn’t anything she couldn’t talk about. Highly recommend Claudia for the best tour of Venice. Claudia is the hidden gem of Venice!

gabriel🇺🇸 United States

(About local Adair)

9 mayo 2025

Went to Murano and Burano. Adair gave insights into the glass blowing industry as well as the lace. Saw many examples of the two and was amazed. This was our second day with Adair ( done on purpose) and she delivered. Would highly recommend and would definitely use again.Island hoppers

gabriel🇺🇸 United States

(About local Adair)

9 mayo 2025

Adair was very knowledgeable and kept the conversation interesting. Buildings are just that without some history (fish market). She adjusted to the members of our group (78 to 15 months of age) very nicely. Would use her again without a second thought.Not disappointed

Cristina

(About local Lucia Bondetti )

4 mayo 2025

Il tour privato con Lucia è stato meraviglioso, siamo andati con un figlio din7 anni che si era svegliato alle 4 del mattina per prendere l’aereo a venezia, e durante tutta la sperienza con lucia è stato attivo senza dire sono stanco e super involve con tutto ciò che diceva lucia e la caccia del tesoro! Abbiamo imparato tanto, conosciuto grazie a lei la zona più bella di venezia e tutti i segreti! Lucia è una donna molto speciale che sa interagire tanto con adulti e bambini! se venite a visitare la città dovete fare per forza el tour con lei! sarà una esperienza bellissima per tutta la famiglia! non perdetevela! Lucia grazie mille, durante tutto il resto delle visita abbiamo trovato pisciabrague, altane…. e pensavamo a te! un forte abbraccio della familia spagnola molto alta! 😊Lucia e meravigliosa esperienza altretanto

Sylvia

(About local Federica)

4 mayo 2025

Frederica was amazing and patient with our 3 boys. The kids and also we adults had a fantastic time and enjoyed the tour in Venice. Amazing tourist guide

Travis

(About local Adair)

1 mayo 2025

Our tour with Adair was absolutely fantastic! She covered all the major highlights and shared some of Venice's hidden secrets. We highly recommend her!Perfect!

cczg6gvypf

(About local Valerio)

30 abril 2025

Jeder der überlegt, ob sich ein Private Guide lohnt, möchte ich sagen: Auf jeden Fall!! Man darf Venedig von einer ganz anderen Seite erleben. Wenn man möchte, ganz entspannt fernab der Touristenmassen. Venedig ist eben nicht nur Dogenpalast und Markusplatz! Wunderbare Zeit in Venedig, danke Valerio!

Elsje🇺🇸 United States

(About local CLAUDIA)

29 abril 2025

We arrived in Venice midday and wanted a walking tour from a local and we found Claudia to be a gem. ❤️ So knowledgeable on local history and showed us places we would not have known to see on our own during our short time in Venice. Loved her and her fun personality. Claudia was amazing.

Tanya🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Adair)

29 abril 2025

A huge shout out to Adair for taking us on a 2hour magical Venetian walking tour. We had a blast! A great afternoon adventure!

William🇺🇸 United States

(About local Adair)

29 abril 2025

I can’t tell you how much we enjoyed the food and the experience with Adair. As an American living in Venice, we related so much to her. She loves it there and was able to give us such an interesting perspective on life in Italy, especially in Venice. This tour was so worth it.Best Way To Experience Venice

HENRYK🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Valerio)

27 abril 2025

I am a big fan of Inspector Brunetti, the Venetian policeman created by Dona Leon. A friend enthused about the "Brunetti" tour presented by Valerio in Venice. We hired Valerio and embarked on the expensive two hour tour (over two days unfortunately). We walked by five relevant sites and enjoyed espresso at Brunetti's local coffee bar. From my friend's enthusiasm, I had expected more from the tour. Perhaps, we didn't get the full tour?Inspector Brunetti tour

Evelyn🇦🇹 Austria

(About local Valerio)

27 abril 2025

Valerio hat mich unterhaltsam und charmant durch diesen mir nicht bekannten Teil Venedigs geführt . Er hat mir alle Facetten , Kultur, Geschichte, Religion und Kulinarik näher gebracht, sowie alte Filme, die da gedreht wurden wieder aus meinem Gedächtnis geholt. DORSODURO ENTDECKEN

Mary🇺🇸 United States

(About local Adair)

26 abril 2025

We spent a couple days with Adair and couldn’t have had a better time! One day was a walking tour of Venice, the other was an island hopping tour. Both were a lot of fun, very informative and got to experience things that I don’t think we could have, had we been on our own. In Venice we took in all the historical attractions as well as experience the local food, the gondole (not gondola!) a spritz! The second day island hopping to Murano, Burano and Mazzorbo. So much fun and each island so different than the other. The behind the scenes at the glass factory, inside look at lace being hand stitched, both were incredible. Adair also helped us by booking transportation, reservations, and gave recommendations, very helpful. Adair was a lot of fun and was really very easy and comfortable to spend that much time with!Great time with Adair!

Maria

(About local CLAUDIA)

22 abril 2025

We had the pleasure of touring Venice with Claudia, an exceptional guide, who truly enhanced our experience. Fluent in both English and Italian, she effortlessly bridged any language gaps, making the tour accessible and engaging for everyone. Her ability to captivate our children was remarkable; she kept them entertained and involved throughout, turning history into an exciting adventure. Her deep knowledge of Venice’s history and development through the centuries was evident, providing us with insightful context and stories that brought the city to life. Beyond the historical facts, she offered fantastic recommendations on local eateries and shops, steering us toward authentic experiences away from typical tourist spots. She was incredibly generous with her time, never rushing us and always willing to answer questions or delve deeper into topics of interest. Her kindness and genuine passion for Venice shone through, making us feel welcomed and valued. It’s rare to find someone who combines professionalism with such a warm, human touch. Thanks to her, we left Venice with not just memories, but a deeper appreciation for its rich culture and history. We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a meaningful and enjoyable exploration of this beautiful city.Amazing experience!

Jacqui🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Adair)

18 abril 2025

Adair was friendly and helpful sharing loads of tips on places to visit and eat for the rest of our trip. We had a great couple of hours with her and enjoyed the food and drink on offer. She also showed us a great wee place to see the Rialto Bridge away from all the crowds. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her as your guide. Enjoyable afternoon with a great guide

DOMINIQUE🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Adair)

15 abril 2025

Here's a suggestion for an enthusiastic and positive review for Adair in English: --- Review for Adair - Our Guide in Venice ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We recently had a fantastic culinary tour of Venice with Adair as our personal guide, and it was an unforgettable experience! Adair introduced us to the hidden gems of this beautiful city, complete with the tastiest snacks and delicious drinks. From the very beginning, she perfectly understood what we were looking for and ensured that we got to know the real Venice. Her rich knowledge of the city's history added an extra layer to our tour. Thanks to her handy tips, we made the most of our visit! What made this experience even better was Adair's wonderful sense of humor. She made us feel completely at ease, which made the tour even more enjoyable. We wholeheartedly recommend Adair to anyone looking to explore Venice. Don't hesitate to book her – you won't regret it! Dominique & Sven So much more than we expected.

Nicola🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Roberto)

14 abril 2025

Die Führung mit Roberto war ein unvergessliches Erlebnis. Er zeigte uns die Schönheit von Venedig und gestaltete die Führung spannend und amüsant. Wir würden immer wieder eine Führung bei ihm buchen und können es nur weiterempfehlen. Vielen Dank, Roberto!Fantastische Führung mit Roberto

Tonya

(About local Adair)

14 abril 2025

Adair was a wonderful guide. She tailor made a tour for our family in Venice. Adair was patient with our group of very mixed ages and interests and made sure that we got to do all the things we had wanted to do in Venice and more. Adair was helpful and caring and knew a lot about Venice. I would definitely recommend her as a guide for your tours in Venice.