Venice Highlights Guided Tour for School Groups

Discover the highlights of Venice on a guided walking tour created especially for school groups. Led by an experienced local guide who works regularly with students, this engaging route turns the city’s streets and squares into an open-air classroom filled with stories, art, and surprising details. Along the way, the group explores the lively atmosphere of Campo Santa Margherita, admires masterpieces inside the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and visits the impressive Basilica dei Frari. Students then cross the famous Rialto Bridge, pass by the area linked to Marco Polo, and conclude in the spectacular Piazza San Marco. This school-focused walking tour blends history, art, and exploration into a fun and memorable experience—perfect for helping students connect with one of the world’s most fascinating cities while learning on the move.

1. 1

   Church of San Pantalon

   10 min

   Meet your guide in front of the Church of San Pantalon or at another convenient location.

2. 2

   Scuola Grande Di San Rocco

   Pass by

   From the outside, Scuola Grande di San Rocco impresses students with its elegant Renaissance façade, richly decorated with marble reliefs and sculpted figures.

3. 3

   Campo dei Frari

   10 min

   As the group arrives at Campo dei Frari, students step into one of Venice’s classic open squares, anchored by the impressive Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari nearby. This lively campo offers a relaxed place to pause and talk about how public squares connected everyday life, religion, and community in historic Venice.

4. 4

   Ponte di Rialto

   10 min

   From the outside, Rialto Bridge immediately captures students’ attention with its graceful stone arch spanning the Grand Canal and the rows of small shops built right into the structure. First constructed in the late 16th century, it replaced earlier wooden bridges and quickly became one of Venice’s most important crossings—linking busy trading areas on both sides of the water.

5. 5

   Piazza San Marco

   30 min

   At Piazza San Marco, students step into Venice’s most famous and spectacular open space—often called the city’s “living room.” Surrounded by extraordinary monuments like St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the soaring bell tower, the square offers a powerful introduction to Venice’s political, religious, and artistic past.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Places visited are customizable
• For groups of more than 15 participants, please note that it is necessary for you to make multiple bookings.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.