Venice - Free Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover the ultimate highlights of Venice on this comprehensive 6–7 km walking tour that blends art, history, and timeless beauty. Begin at the graceful Santa Maria della Salute and explore the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Gallerie dell’Accademia before crossing the Academy Bridge. Admire the historic Teatro La Fenice and the spiral staircase of Scala Contarini del Bovolo. Continue to the heart of Piazza San Marco with the Museo Correr, Clock Tower, St. Mark’s Campanile, the majestic Basilica of San Marco, the Doge’s Palace, and the iconic Bridge of Sighs. Visit the charming Church of Santa Maria Formosa, the famous Libreria Acqua Alta, and the grand Basilica of Saints John and Paul. Conclude with a stroll through Calle Varisco, the elegant Ca’ d’Oro, Palazzo Mora’s exhibitions, and the historic Casinò di Venezia.

Distance: 2.0 km

Duration: 1.0 hours

Number of stops: 18

Santa Maria della Salute  (Church)

Peggy Guggenheim Collection  (Art Gallery)

Gallerie dell'Accademia  (Art Gallery)

Academy Bridge  (Bridge)

Teatro La Fenice  (Opera House)

Scala Contarini del Bovolo  (Historical Building)

Museo Correr  (Museum)

Piazza San Marco  (Historical Square)

Clock Tower  (Historical Building)

St. Mark's Campanile  (Historical Building)

Basilica of San Marco  (Cathedral)

Doge's Palace  (Palace)

Bridge of Sighs  (Historical Bridge)

Church of Santa Maria Formosa  (Historical Church)

Libreria Acqua Alta  (Bookstore)

Basilica of Saints John and Paul  (Church)

Calle Varisco  (Shopping Street)

Ca' d'Oro  (Art Gallery)