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Venice Hidden Gems of Castello and Arsenale Small Group Tour

By Stress Free Tours - Guided Tours and drivers in Rome and Italy
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 160 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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Overview

Explore the artistic and historical gems of Venice on a captivating walk through its eastern side. Begin at the Baroque marvel, Santa Maria della Pietà, linked to the famed composer Antonio Vivaldi. Stroll along the picturesque Riva degli Schiavoni waterfront, taking in views of the lagoon and the historic Venetian Arsenal. Discover the serene San Martino church, then admire the stunning artwork at the Scuola Dalmata dei Santi Giorgio e Trifone. The journey culminates at Campo San Giovanni e Paolo, a monumental square that showcases the city's grandeur and spiritual essence.

  • Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Venice
  • Visit sites connected to Vivaldi and Renaissance architecture
  • Enjoy scenic views along the Riva degli Schiavoni promenade
  • Experience quieter, authentic neighborhoods away from the tourist crowds
    -This is an outdoor walking tour, no entrances are included

Activity location

  • Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pieta
    • Castello 3701, Calle della Pietà
    • 30122, Venice, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chiesa della Pietà - Santa Maria della Visitazione
    • Riva degli Schiavoni
    • 30122, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

Check availability

small group
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
RM 160.05 x 1 AdultRM 160.05
Total
Price is RM 160.05
Private tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
RM 356.69 x 1 AdultRM 356.69
Total
Price is RM 356.69

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    OUTDOOR WALKING TOUR
  • What's includedWhat's included
    PICK UP FROM THE MEETING POINT
  • What's includedWhat's included
    ENGLISH SPEAKING LOCAL EXPERT
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    PICK UP FROM HOTEL/STATION

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pieta

  • 15m
Santa Maria della Pietà in Venice is a Baroque church located in the Dorsoduro district, famous for its historical connection to Antonio Vivaldi, who worked and taught music at the adjacent Ospedale della Pietà, an orphanage and music school for girls. The church features an elegant, richly decorated interior, harmonious architectural design, and a serene atmosphere, reflecting both Venetian artistry and its charitable legacy. It remains a significant site for history, music, and Baroque architecture. YOU WILL VISIT IT FROM OUTSIDE

Riva degli Schiavoni

  • 15m
Riva degli Schiavoni is a famous waterfront promenade in Venice, located along the eastern edge of the San Marco district, overlooking the lagoon

Arsenale di Venezia

  • 10m
The Arsenale in Venice is a historic complex of shipyards and naval workshops that was the heart of Venice’s maritime power. YOU WILL VISIT IT FROM OUTSIDE

Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni

  • 15m
The Scuola Dalmata dei Santi Giorgio e Trifone in Venice is a small but remarkable confraternity building in the Castello district. It is famous for its cycle of paintings by Vittore Carpaccio, which vividly depict scenes of saints, legends, and Venetian-Dalmatian heritage. The building offers a glimpse into the artistic and religious culture of Venice’s historic confraternities. YOU WILL VISIT IT FROM OUTSIDE

Calle Zorzi e la Pietra Rossa

  • 10m
The Sotoportego de la Pietra Rossa is a charming, narrow covered passage (sotoportego) in Venice, typical of the city’s intimate and labyrinthine street layout. Its name, meaning “Red Stone Passage,” comes from a distinctive red-colored stone that marks the spot. Walking through it offers a glimpse of Venice’s hidden corners and quiet, residential areas, reflecting the city’s mysterious and picturesque character away from the main tourist routes.

Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo

  • 15m
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice is one of the city’s largest and most impressive squares, located in the Castello district. It is dominated by the Basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo, a Gothic church that serves as the burial site for many Venetian doges. The square is surrounded by historic buildings and reflects Venice’s monumental architecture and rich civic and religious history.

Location

Activity location

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    Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pieta
    • Castello 3701, Calle della Pietà
    • 30122, Venice, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Chiesa della Pietà - Santa Maria della Visitazione
    • Riva degli Schiavoni
    • 30122, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

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