Venice: Ghosts & Murders - Mysterious Tales of San Marco Area
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1 hour 30 minutes
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A dark corner, a heart embedded on the wall. In Venice, every detail tells a story; they are all around us, but they reveal themselves only to the eyes of the most attentive observer.
An engraving on the stone, a dark corner, an heart embedded on the wall... In Venice, every detail tells a story; they are all around us, but they reveal themselves only to the eyes of the most attentive observer.
An engaging tour through the narrow, dimly lit alleys, listening to tales of magic, betrayal, and revenge—many are just popular stories, but just as many are events that actually happened
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1.5-h walking tour in the centre of Venice
Top rated, licensed, Venetian Tour Guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Casa di Marco Polo
In all its long and illustrious history, the city of Venice has probably never produced a more famous or important son than Marco Polo. Born in 1254, he embarked on his famous epic journey at the age of just 17, and would not return to his home city for another 24 years. During this time, he travelled an astonishing 15,000 miles, meeting the famous Kublai Khan and producing the first detailed chronicle of a European voyage to China. His writings were tremendously influential in the fields of cartography and exploration, helping to produce the famous Fra Mauro Map and inspiring Christopher Columbus to set out on his voyage to the Americas. Marco Polo is often named as the greatest explorer of all time.
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo
This historic square is home to an imposing Gothic church and the Scuola Grande di San Marco, as well as an important 15th century equestrian statue with one of the loveliest Renaissance facades in Italy.
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Venice: Ghosts & Murders - Mysterious Tales of San Marco Area
Reviews
47 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Venice History Tour
Traci J,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend Annalise for your guide. She was amazing. As a native Venetian she give you insights to things about Venice that isn’t in just the tourist areas. She gives great insights and history into Venice and recommends great local spots for food. Highly recommend her tour.
Serena was our guide, and...
Scott P,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Serena was our guide, and she was very engaging and informative. She gave us the history of famous sites in Venice with ghost stories and murders mixed in. She was really knowledgeable and knew how to tell a good story.
Great for the whole family!
Jessica m,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour! Tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly! Stories were great but not too horribly scary!
So much fun!
Kayla S,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Elena was fantastic, she was so knowledgeable and put a fun twist on the whole experience! My husband and I really enjoyed this tour and it was great that our guide was born and raised in Venice!
Claudia provided an...
Kasie C,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Claudia provided an excellent tour. It was interesting and fun. My 15 year old daughter said it was her favorite tour.
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