Venice is a city like no other. Stunning, even mind-blowing! From charming canals to extraordinary architecture, there is plenty to see. Here you can find some non-touristy things to do in Venice. If you want to explore Venice from a new perspective, Venice City Tours app includes itineraries which take you on self-guided tours to must-see highlights as well as under-the-radar locations. 

What to do in Venice? 

1. Visit St. Mark’s Basilica; 
2. Take a guided tour to the Doge’s Palace; 
3. Taste typical Venetian dishes; 
4. Embark on a tour of the lagoon islands; 
5. Choose a walking tour with the Venice City Tours app. 

1. Visit the Basilica of San Marco

One of the most impressive churches in the world, St. Mark’s Basilica is a must-see during your stay in Venice. Admire the Byzantine mosaics and the beautifully crafted marble works of this architectural masterpiece. 

2. Take a guided tour of the Doge's Palace

After visiting St. Mark’s Square on your self-guided walking tour, enter the Doge’s Palace. Doge is one of those untranslatable words in English, but it is fun to talk about it. 

 The guided tour to the Doge’s Palace/Palazzo Ducale is even more interesting than discussing on the proper word to use, Duke or Doge. Your guide will lead you through the political and cultural heart of ancient Venice. In this touristy spot, your guide will tell you local and catchy tidbits, to live an in-depth non-tourist day in Venice.

3. Taste typical Venetian dishes

We include the most important historical and cultural places to visit in Venice. And that’s why our Venice City Tours app will take you to… the bacaro. Well, that’s what the sign outside says, it’s near Ponte de Chiodo, and it’s a truly Venetian local haunt. 

Bacari are small taverns where you can unwind over a great glass of wine, taste delicious Venetian appetizers along the canal. I have to download our app to find out the name…here it is: A La Vecia Papussa. Download our app to find out where this type of local taverns are located! 

4. Embark on a tour of the islands Murano, Burano, Torcello and San Michele

One of the best things about Venice is buzzing on the bus boats (and there is a self-guided tour for that). So exploring the other islands around Venice is a way to board a typical ferry boat! Take a tour of the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello, or even the island of San Michele. Thanks to our app, searching for the right boat schedule is not a nightmare anymore! 

If you are looking for absolute tranquility and a sacred atmosphere, go to the Island of San Michele. This island is like a giant cemetery and includes seven graves from World War I. Famous people are buried here: Igor Stravinsky, the Russian composer; Ezra Pound, the American poet; and Christian Andreas Doppler, the guy who invented the Doppler effect! 

A self-guided tour to this cemetery island could be a very interesting non-tourist thing to do in Venice and a nice quiet break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Also, it is possible to take the tour at night, but it might be a little creepy. 

5. Choose a walking tour with the Venice City Tours App

Whether you are looking for history, culture or simply a unique travel experience, Venice has it all. One of the best ways to see Venice is simply by wandering through its maze of streets. There are several walking tours available in the Venice City Tours app that will show you all the best places, from hidden alleys to picturesque canals. So what are you waiting for? Start your journey today! 

If, just for a day or two, you want to avoid places packed with tourists and long lines that go on forever, take a self-guided tour with our Venice City Tours app. The app takes you to the most famous places in Venice, but also to lesser-known locations that are just as incredible to see. 

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