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The Heart of Venice: Secrets of St. Mark's Square
Venice, Italy

The Heart of Venice: Secrets of St. Mark's Square

Discover the power, art, and secrets of the former Republic in the heart of the City on the Water.

2h 0min
Duration
1.1 km
Distance
12
places
50
stories

What to expect

Discover the power, art, and secrets of the former Republic in the heart of the City on the Water.

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Professional narration
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Content
History and culture
The Heart of Venice: Secrets of St. Mark's Square

12 unique places

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Green Oasis on the Water

The Royal Gardens of Venice are a rare sight in a city dominated by stone and water. They offer a moment of respite before entering the bustling St. Mark's Square.

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Green Oasis on the Water
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Salon of Europe

The main square of the city, surrounded by majestic arcades, has for centuries served as the political, religious, and social center of Venice.

Salon of Europe
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The Gentleman of the House

The bell tower, measuring nearly one hundred meters and known as 'El paron de casa,' which collapsed under dramatic circumstances at the beginning of the twentieth century.

The Gentleman of the House
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04

Treasury of Knowledge

The Marciana National Library is an outstanding work of Renaissance architecture, housing one of the most important collections of manuscripts in the world.

Treasury of Knowledge
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Life in the Republic

The Correr Museum is a captivating collection showcasing not only the political history but also the vibrant daily life of the Venetian Republic.

Life in the Republic
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06

The Guardian of Time

The clock tower is a masterpiece of fifteenth-century engineering, whose dial, in addition to the hours, also displays the phases of the moon and the zodiac signs.

The Guardian of Time
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07

Golden Temple

The Basilica of Saint Mark is a masterpiece of Byzantine art, covered inside and out with thousands of square meters of golden mosaics.

Golden Temple
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Horses of Empires

Four bronze horse sculptures, which after numerous wartime thefts ultimately ended up on the terrace of the Basilica of Saint Mark.

Horses of Empires
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09

The Gothic Heart of Power

Massive, yet visually light, the Doge's Palace was the seat of government, courts, and the Doge himself of the Republic of Venice.

The Gothic Heart of Power
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Bridge Full of Sorrow

The famous Bridge of Sighs connects the Doge's Palace with the New Prison, serving as a dark tunnel for prisoners.

Bridge Full of Sorrow
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With a View of Freedom

The best viewpoint of the Bridge of Sighs and the lagoon, located on one of the city's main waterways.

With a View of Freedom
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Sailors' Road

A wide and monumental promenade along the shore, a place for walks and a loading point for the powerful merchant fleet of the former republic.

Sailors' Road
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Everything you need for your tour

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Audio guide

Professional narration in multiple languages with fascinating stories about each place.

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Interactive map

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Texts and photos

Read detailed descriptions and view historical photos of each location.

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Stories and legends

Discover fascinating stories, legends, and historical anecdotes about each place.

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Architecture

Learn about architectural styles, buildings, and monuments along the route.

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