This was a great tour, our 2 - 5 year olds and 8 year old had a great time on the Lion huny. Nadia did a great job keeping them engaged and interested in Venice.
Venice Highlights Tour for Kids: Lion Hunt
Help kids follow Venice’s symbols and the stories they tell
The Finer Details
Our most popular family tour in Venice, this 2.5-hour Venice scavenger hunt uses lions—the symbol of Venice—to trace a route in and around the Rialto and San Marco areas. Our experts will introduce your children to the idea of symbols in a cityscape and why the lion, in particular, is peppered all over Venice. The Venice family tour includes St. Mark's Square, Rialto Bridge, and other spots in the city center.
We’ll begin our tour with a visit to Saint Mark's Square, where we will start counting the lions—children usually love to compete and see who finds the most lions on the itinerary! En route to the Rialto Bridge, we will learn more about this fascinating city and search for its emblems on various buildings.
As an orientation to the city, the Venice tour for kids will vary based on the expertise of the guide since each will incorporate their hidden treasures to enhance your experience. Either way, your children will come away with an excitement for and knowledge of Venice. Looking for more to do in Venice with kids? Try our Venice in the Renaissance Tour for Kids.
We’ll begin our tour with a visit to Saint Mark's Square, where we will start counting the lions—children usually love to compete and see who finds the most lions on the itinerary! En route to the Rialto Bridge, we will learn more about this fascinating city and search for its emblems on various buildings.
As an orientation to the city, the Venice tour for kids will vary based on the expertise of the guide since each will incorporate their hidden treasures to enhance your experience. Either way, your children will come away with an excitement for and knowledge of Venice. Looking for more to do in Venice with kids? Try our Venice in the Renaissance Tour for Kids.
FAQ
What is a private tour?
Our private tours are limited exclusively to travelers in your party. They are designed to provide a learning experience that is completely tailored to you and your traveling companions. Private tours give you more flexibility with scheduling (you decide when the walk best fits in your trip), the ability to tailor your itinerary (we'll work to match the itinerary to the interests and dynamics of your group), and more personalized time with your guide.
Client’s children are in their early to mid teens. Is this walk appropriate for them?
Our family tours are primarily designed for children under the age of 12, and this one in particular is ideal for young kids. For teens we would recommend our private adult Introduction To Venice: St. Mark's To Rialto tour, the content for which can be adapted to an age-appropriate level.
Will this tour be engaging for parents as well?
Our guide will be able to answer the clients questions but the overall focus will be geared towards children.
Do clients go inside the venues or just see them from the outside?
No, this tour includes only exterior visits.
Client’s children are in their early to mid teens. Is this walk appropriate for them?
Our family tours are primarily designed for children under the age of 12, and this one in particular is ideal for young kids. For teens we would recommend our private adult Introduction To Venice: St. Mark's To Rialto tour, the content for which can be adapted to an age-appropriate level.
Will this tour be engaging for parents as well?
Our guide will be able to answer the clients questions but the overall focus will be geared towards children.
Do clients go inside the venues or just see them from the outside?
No, this tour includes only exterior visits.
Accessibility
We understand that some of our valued guests may have mobility concerns, and we want to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your tour. If there are any accessibility concerns that your tour guide will need to be aware of, please let our team know at the time of booking.
Is this tour wheelchair-friendly?
The historic City of Venice has a network of pedestrian paths that are accessible to people with limited mobility, not all the bridges have ramps and some areas might be of difficult accessibility. If you have mobility issues, please let us know during the booking process in order to inform your guide.
Cancellation Policy
Book with confidence — see Context's flexible cancellation policy here.
Meet the Experts
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Where You’ll Go
From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.
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Doge's PalaceVenice Gothic palace and former seat of government, with historic halls and art collections.
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Rialto Bridge
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La Fenice Theatre
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Scala Contarini del Bovolo
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Piazza San Marco
What’s Included As Standard
Here’s a look at what your tour covers, plus anything you’ll want to consider arranging separately, so you can plan with confidence.
Included
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English-speaking expert guideTours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
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Intentionally sized groupsA smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
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Tickets and entrance feesAll entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
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HeadsetsHeadsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.
Not Included
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GratuitiesTips aren’t included, but we encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
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Food and drinkUnless booking a Food & Drink tour or tasting experience, refreshments are not included.
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Transportation to and from the meeting pointUnless noted, pre- and post-tour transport isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
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Hotel pickup or drop-offUnless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
Where You'll Explore
Make the Most of Your Tour
Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.
Dos:
- Wear comfortable footwear
- Check the weather and dress appropriately
- Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
- Feel free to ask your Expert anything
Don'ts:
- Bring firearms or weapons
- Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
- Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments
Any questions? You can always
contact us.
Don’t just take our word for it
Sara was such an incredible guide for our first time touring Venice! We had our two young children with us and she made sure to include them the entire time in her wonderful storytelling about the history and sightseeing of Venice. Our kids stayed entertained the entire tour! The scavenger hunt for lions was so fun as well. Thank you Sara for giving us a tour filled with so much knowledge and interesting fun facts about Venice. I would highly recommend having Sara show you and your family around this beautiful city.
Matteo was an exceptional tour guide. Knowledgeable, personable and authentically engaging. We loved the tour and would recommend him 10/10 times.
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