Guided tour Accademia Galleries and Dorsoduro

A tour to discover the hidden treasures of Venice!

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Duration: about 2 hours
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How to purchase the Gift Voucher

Simply fill in the form below with all the information about the gift you would like to give, and submit your request. You will receive by email the Gift Voucher made out to the lucky person who will receive it. With the Gift Voucher, you will be entitled to receive the official voucher confirming the booking for your preferred date and time (subject to availability).
After purchase: The lucky person who receives the gift will simply need to email us at least two weeks before the desired date, indicating the voucher number, and the date and time of the visit. If availability is confirmed, the official voucher (the only document accepted to access the visit) will be sent to the email address provided.

Cancellation policy

From the time of booking until 4 days before the visit, a cancellation fee of 50% of the total amount applies.
For cancellations requested from 3 days before the visit until the visit date, a cancellation fee of 100% of the total amount applies (the amount paid is NON-REFUNDABLE).

How to choose the correct ticket

Reduced-price tickets are available for children aged 6 to 17. Children under 6 years old participate free of charge.

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Discover the masterpieces of the Accademia Galleries
Stroll through the historic districts of Dorsoduro and experience the authentic charm of Venice
Enjoy fascinating stories and insights from an expert guide

During the tour, you will enter the Gallerie dell’Accademia, a museum housing an outstanding artistic heritage, and discover works by renowned artists such as Giorgione, Tintoretto and Titian. Your guide will help you appreciate the paintings in greater depth, drawing your attention to their compositions, use of light and details that often go unnoticed during an independent visit. One of the highlights of this experience is the opportunity to ask questions and understand how the artworks relate to the history of Venice.
After exploring the museum, your discovery continues outdoors. Walking through Dorsoduro and Santa Croce allows you to experience Venice from a different perspective. Building façades, bridges, charming little squares and the atmosphere of the narrow Venetian streets all become part of the story. Your guide will lead the group along the planned route, helping you understand the connection between the places you visit and everyday life in the city. This part of the tour is ideal for those who wish to discover some of Venice’s lesser-known corners while still exploring its historic landmarks.
The tour includes stops along the route at Campo San Barnaba, the Church of San Sebastiano and Ponte dei Pugni. Campo San Barnaba is one of the neighbourhood’s distinctive landmarks; the Church of San Sebastiano adds an element of historical and artistic interest; while Ponte dei Pugni offers a fascinating glimpse into a unique aspect of Venice’s past.
The tour concludes in San Trovaso, offering another opportunity to discover Venetian traditions. Here, you will reach the area where one of the last remaining traditional boatyards dedicated to building and restoring gondolas is located. After admiring the masterpieces housed in the museum and exploring the historic neighbourhoods, you will encounter another distinctive aspect of local identity: the craftsmanship and traditional skills associated with Venice’s iconic boats.
This guided tour is an excellent choice if you want to combine the masterpieces of Venetian painting with a more authentic understanding of the city. The tour takes place on foot, so please bear in mind that, in addition to the museum visit, the itinerary includes a walking tour through Venice’s narrow streets, picturesque squares and historic bridges.

The price includes

Priority entrance to the Accademia Galleries
Professional guide service
Guided walking tour through the districts of Dorsoduro and Santa Croce

Meeting Point

Calle Larga de l’Ascension 1256, 30124 San Marco, Venice, near the post office. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time.

Important Information

ATTENTION: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
If you arrive late, you will lose your reservation and no refund will be possible.
No refunds will be issued in case of a no-show.
This is a walking tour.