Elisabetta our private guide was awesome! She took care of the children and was considerate of the dog. Elisabetta is a real Venetian, smart, well-read and very personable. The 30 minute gondola ride was also a highlight. Stefano drove into side canals with little traffic and tells a lot about the history, about the buildings, about the gondolas and about himself. Elisabetta's private osteria tip Antico Dolo was the crowning glory. Great local food "fatto in casa" with decent prices. Dogs and children very welcome. Rather spend a little more money for a private tour and enjoy it as much as we do!

Very informative but a bit disorganised

The gondola ride was fantastic as was the walking tour. The walking tour gave a detailed insight into Venice and the bits you wouldn't ordinarily see. My only criticism is the bit in between the gondola and the tour, it seemed a bit disorganised as the tour guide hadn't been provided with a microphone and radios so we couldn't hear her. She then had to get someone from the tour group to deliver some. But apart from that, excellent tour!

This adventure was well worth the money. Our guide Gina was from Venice and took our tour a little off the beaten track and provided information I would have never discovered had I walked the streets on my own. As a added bonus we had a short trip 15-20 minute Gondola ride. Honestly, that was enough for me because you are in tight confines with about five other people, get in first to get the most comfortable seat.