Venice: City Highlights Private Wheelchair Accessible Tour

Exploring Venice can be a challenge for those with mobility limitations, but this private wheelchair-accessible tour promises an inclusive experience. Led by knowledgeable guides, visitors will discover the city’s iconic landmarks and vibrant local culture. From the grandeur of Piazza San Marco to the bustling Rialto market, the tour ensures all guests can navigate the city’s winding paths with ease. Whether you’re seeking an immersive cultural experience or simply want to soak up the Venetian atmosphere, this tour offers a unique opportunity to see the best of Venice.

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Key Points

A private guided walking tour in Venice that is fully wheelchair-accessible, lasting 2 hours and costing from €143.00 per person.
Over 70% of the city is accessible to those with motor disabilities, with customized experiences for visitors with various accessibility needs.
The tour includes key sites like Piazza San Marco, Rialto market, Castello, Murano, and Burano, utilizing the vaporetto (water bus) system and facilitated bridges.
The tour is led by an expert, multilingual live guide fluent in English, German, and Italian, who is certified in basic life support and trained in accessibility.
Visitors can reserve the tour online, select the desired number of participants and date, and have the option to customize the experience and cancel up to 24 hours in advance.

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Tour Overview

The Venice: City Highlights Tour is a private guided walking tour that provides a fully wheelchair-accessible experience for visitors.

A private guided walking tour in Venice with a fully wheelchair-accessible experience for visitors.

Lasting 2 hours, the tour costs from €143.00 per person. Guests can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance, and utilize a reserve now, pay later option.

Over 70% of historic Venice is accessible, and the tour features customized experiences for various disabilities.

Highlights include Piazza San Marco, Rialto market, Castello, and the islands of Murano and Burano, with transportation via vaporetto and facilitated bridges.

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Accessibility Features

A key highlight of the Venice: City Highlights Tour is its commitment to accessibility.

100% of the tour’s walking paths throughout the historic city are wheelchair-accessible. Over 70% of the city is accessible to those with motor disabilities thanks to public transport and architectural barrier removal.

The tour also offers customized experiences for those with hearing loss, blindness, or cognitive difficulties to enhance their enjoyment.

The tour includes a live guide fluent in multiple languages and staff certified in first aid, ensuring a safe and inclusive experience for all.

Tour Highlights

Visitors can expect to visit key sites throughout the historic city, including the iconic Piazza San Marco, the bustling Rialto market, the Castello district, and the picturesque islands of Murano and Burano. The tour utilizes the city’s renowned vaporetto (water bus) system and facilitated bridges, allowing wheelchair users to fully experience Venice’s unique transportation. Plus, the guide tailors the tour to engage all the senses, ensuring a comprehensive and enjoyable visit for those with various accessibility needs.

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Inclusions

Although the tour is private and guided, it comes with a wealth of inclusions to enhance the experience.

Travelers will have an expert, multilingual live tour guide who’s fluent in English, German, and Italian. Plus, the guide is certified in basic life support and trained in accessibility through Tourism4all.

For getting around the city, wheelchair users or standard ticket holders can utilize the vaporetto water buses, with tickets purchased on board.

This all-inclusive package ensures a seamless, tailored adventure through Venice’s highlights.

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Booking Information

How can travelers book this tour?

Travelers can check the tour’s availability and start times online. They simply select the desired number of participants and date for the tour.

For those with specific needs or preferences, they can contact the tour provider directly to customize the experience.

The Reserve now & pay later option is also available, allowing travelers to secure their spot without paying upfront.

With free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, booking this wheelchair-accessible tour in Venice is both flexible and convenient for visitors.

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Exploring Piazza San Marco

The iconic Piazza San Marco, or St. Mark’s Square, is the heart of Venice and a must-visit on this private wheelchair-accessible tour.

Your guide will lead you through the expansive plaza, showcasing its magnificent architecture and providing insights into its rich history.

The highlights of exploring Piazza San Marco include:

Admiring the grand St. Mark’s Basilica with its stunning Byzantine-style façade
Marveling at the Doge’s Palace, a Gothic masterpiece and former seat of Venetian government
Observing the impressive Campanile bell tower, offering panoramic views over the city
Visiting the Museo Correr to explore art, history, and Venetian culture
Experiencing the lively atmosphere and bustling crowds in the iconic square.

Visiting the Rialto Market

Next, the tour explores the iconic Rialto Market, one of the most lively and historic commercial hubs in Venice. Here, guests navigate the lively crowds and browse the stalls overflowing with fresh produce, seafood, and hand-crafted goods. The guide shares insights into the market’s storied past and points out the architectural marvels that surround it. Guests have ample time to soak in the vibrant atmosphere and make any desired purchases.

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| Accessibility | Fully wheelchair accessible throughout, with wide pathways and gentle slopes. |

| Highlights | Bustling atmosphere, fresh local ingredients, artisan crafts, historic architecture. |

| Tips | Bring a small cooler for perishable purchases, wear comfortable shoes. |

Discovering Castello and the Islands

After exploring the vibrant Rialto Market, the tour continues its discovery of Venice’s historic Castello district and the picturesque islands of Murano and Burano.

Discover the historic Castello district and the picturesque islands of Murano and Burano after exploring the vibrant Rialto Market.

The wheelchair-accessible paths lead the group through Castello, showcasing:

The Chiesa di San Pietro di Castello, a historic church dating back to the 7th century
Colorful alleyways and canals that exemplify Venetian charm
Bustling local shops and artisan studios

Next, the tour utilizes the vaporetto water bus to visit the renowned glass-making island of Murano and the lace-making haven of Burano, providing a multisensory experience tailored to participants’ needs.

The Sum Up

Explore the enchanting city of Venice on a wheelchair-accessible private tour. Discover iconic sights like Piazza San Marco and the vibrant Rialto market with an expert guide. Enjoy local culinary delights and the city’s unique atmosphere, all while being supported by knowledgeable staff certified in accessibility. This tour offers an inclusive and unforgettable experience for travelers of all abilities.