San Polo, Rialto & Frari guided walking tour in Venice

Itinerary
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Stop At: Ponte di Rialto, Ruga degli Orefici (Rialto) San Polo, 30125 Venice Italy

In a city where the West meets the East, exotic items like silk and oriental spices were traded along with copper and wood.
The area of Rialto was a thriving one, with trading taking place in the centre, and not only in the markets.
This tour takes you off the beaten track discovering another side to the city.

Passing through the labyrinth of narrow passageways your guide will enlighten you with stories of the Venice, its merchants and courtesans. Many of the courtesans lived in sumptuous apartments and were accomplished musicians and brilliant conversationalists.
They were even secretly used as spies for the State.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: San Polo, Venice Italy

The area of San Polo was one of the first inhabited areas of Venice, and where the bankers, brokers and merchants conducted their affairs by day, and the renowned courtesans by night.

With your english speaking guide you will hear fascinating stories, explore the Rialto and San Polo area and see one of the largest churches in Venice, The Frari church.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, San Polo, 3072, 30125 Venice Italy

The Frari church is located in the eastern section of San Polo.
It was built by Franciscans around 1250, and it is one of the city's largest places of worship.
It has a striking exterior, and inside boasts masterpieces by Canova, and the work of art 'The Assumption' by Titian.
You will have plenty of chances to ask your guide question during this tour.

Duration: 40 minutes