Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Venice. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Dorsoduro where you’ll experience a different Venice, like a local with a local by your side!
Historical Venice Jewish Ghetto Tour & Vibrant Cannaregio (additional synagogues)
146 reviews
2 hours | art & culture tours | Venice
Venice Jewish Ghetto private tour. Let's go off the beaten track and explore a secret corner of Venice! Long before the Second World War, Venice established the first Jewish ghetto.Roam these historic streets with me and discover another side of Venetian history.
Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Venice. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Castello where you’ll experience a different Venice, like a local with a local by your side!
Venetian Mysteries: A Walking Tour in the Footsteps of Commissario Brunetti by Donna Leon
236 reviews
2 hours | off the beaten track | Venice
Donna Leon Fans Unite! Join this exclusive walking tour celebrating the beloved crime series set in Venice. Explore real-life locations from the novels — including the "Questura" — with a host who personally knows author Donna Leon
Get to know some of the Venice's secrets during this walking tour of hidden Venice. Let a local insider show you some of the city's more off-beat sights and listen to the city's best kept secrets and scandalous stories.
Venice is often described as one of Europe's most magical cities, and once you're here, it's easy to understand why! Explore the best of the romantic Floating City on your private tour off the beaten track in Venice with a local. Venice has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site for more than 30 years. Made up by 118 islands connected by several bridges and canals, there is no other place quite like it! From gondola rides, to picturesque neighborhoods, lovely restaurants, fresh seafood, and beautiful architecture, every corner of the city has something unique to offer! There are Withlocals tour available off the beaten path in Venice for every preference. Stroll down its narrow cobblestone streets and visit attractions such as beautiful town squares, parks, and churches, with your local host. Learn more about the daily Venetian life, while you're touring charming neighborhoods where the locals live and hangout. See how Venetians grocery shop directly from boats, or visit a floating market, while your host tells you more about the city and the stories behind the small bridges that surround it. Visit the mysterious Castello district, which is well-known, but still so undiscovered. Make your way to the neighbor island San Giorgio with a water bus and fall in love with stunning panoramic views of the area off the beaten track in Venice. A seafood lover? Treat yourself to some of the best! Venice has fresh supply of delicious seafood all year around. A classic speciality is the Sarde in Saor, simple but oh-so-tasty sweet and sour sardines. Baccala mantecato (creamy cod) and seafood risotto are other incredible dishes that will have you coming back for more! Ready to start exploring? Contact your local host and let them plan the perfect tour off the beaten path in Venice in just for you.
What other travelers love about our local experts
Lauren
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5 July 2025
On a scale of 1-10 we rate Claudia 20!!
Claudia is not only an amazing tour guide, but an amazing person!! This was by far the best part of our trip. We learned so much about Venice and gained such a greater appreciation for the people and the culture. Claudia took us to parts of Venice we would have never been able to find on our own. We learned so much in the time we had with Claudia and will absolutely be booking with her again when we return. We 100% highly recommend Claudia!!!!
Off the Beaten Track in Venice: Dorsoduro Tour
Jody
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5 July 2025
She rocks!
She was wonderful. She knew her facts , and was able to really get it across.
Off the Beaten Track in Venice: Dorsoduro Tour
michael
About local
27 June 2025
Giada is THE guide to pick for Venice.
Giada is a wonderful guide and delightful company.
My wife and I enjoyed a very special evening last night on our tour of Venice with historical and cultural insights which were enlightening.
The food stops were also tailored to our preference and Giada brought the city and history alive with her passion, professionalism and personality.
We both HIGHLY recommend taking a tour with Giada and will mentioning her to all our friends as THE guide to take in Venice.
Michael & Angela
Off the Beaten Track in Venice: Dorsoduro Tour
Chuck
About local
22 June 2025
Excellent, personalized local flavor
When we had a mixup with our originally scheduled guide, Genny stepped in for us at the last minute, and we are so glad she did! Sure, this isn't the cheapest way to see Venice, but our time was limited and we thought it was very worthwhile to have such a lovely personalized tour of just the parts of Venice we were most interested in, rather than waste a lot of precious time trying to figure it out on our own. Thank you, Genny!
