San Polo Walking Tour in Private: Merchants, Courtesans & Painters

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Full description Discover the historic district of San Polo on an exclusive private walking tour that unveils Venice’s commercial and cultural past. With your expert guide, trace the footsteps of bankers, brokers, and merchants during the day, and uncover their secret liaisons with courtesans by night.

San Polo was once the city’s commercial hub, where East met West in a thriving trade of silks, spices, copper, and timber. Your guide will reveal stories of opulence and intrigue, including how luxury and espionage were deeply intertwined with Venetian society. Learn about the palaces of local courtesans, known not only for their charm but also for their wit and intelligence.

The second part of the tour focuses on the magnificent Frari Cathedral, one of Venice’s finest examples of Gothic architecture. Admired for its scale and the quality of its artwork, it houses masterpieces by Titian, Bellini, and the evocative tomb of Antonio Canova.

A must-do for art lovers and anyone curious about the untold stories of Venetian history. Additional Information Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the departure time of the tourPlease provide your full accommodation details when booking if you require the pickup option. It is very important to note that it is the passenger's sole responsibility to contact the local contact number one day prior to the service to confirm the exact pickup point and timeThis tour is not suitable if you have limited mobilityThis activity is not wheelchair accessibleThis tour operates rain or shine Inclusions Private guide2-hour walking tour only externalFree Hotel pick up on request, if your hotel is in the Saint Mark’s Square areaTour available in English, Italian and Spanish Exclusions Hotel drop offTickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusionsOther unspecified serviceEntrance fees to the Frari Church Cancellation policy For cancellations made with more than 24 hours prior to tour commencement: Full refund.
For cancellations made within 24 hours prior to tour commencement, late arrivals & No Shows: No refund. Meeting point Meet us in Campo San Bartolomeo, in front to the statue of Goldoni
Look for your guide with a sign with your name on it!
Meeting point address: Campo San Bartolomeo, Rialto 5282, 30124, Venice, Italy

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