Discover Venice’s hidden corners on a captivating 3-hour tour that takes you off the tourist trail. From secret staircases to lively market scenes, this experience offers a fresh perspective on the city’s timeless charm.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; moderate walking required
Wildlife
History
Venice’s labyrinth of alleyways and bridges was built as a trading hub, with many hidden corners reflecting its mercantile past.
Conservation
Efforts are underway to manage mass tourism and preserve Venice’s delicate architecture, ensuring the city’s charm endures.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours
Discover Venice’s hidden corners on a captivating 3-hour tour that takes you off the tourist trail. From secret staircases to lively market scenes, this experience offers a fresh perspective on the city’s timeless charm.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours is a Florence-based tour operator specializing in private and small-group experiences across Tuscany and nearby regions. Founded to connect visitors with the cultural, culinary and scenic highlights of central Italy, the company offers a wide range of day trips, shore excursions and immersive activities.
Operating from Florence, Tuscany, the catalogue includes private VIP shore excursions from Livorno, La Spezia and Piombino to destinations such as Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Cinque Terre, San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Options span guided walking tours with reserved entries (Uffizi, Accademia), winery visits with tastings and meals, truffle hunting with trained dogs, cooking classes, Vespa tours and curated visits to Bolgheri for Supertuscan wine tastings.
Services include private vehicles and professional drivers for full-day transfers, small shared tours for groups up to eight people, and tailored itineraries for families or wine enthusiasts. Specific shore excursions list included stops, tasting experiences and local activities, while other experiences emphasize cultural sites such as Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, and Carrara marble quarries.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours works with licensed local guides and established wineries, restaurants and activity providers to deliver organized itineraries and reserved accesses. The business emphasizes clear pickup arrangements from ports (Livorno, Piombino, La Spezia) and from central Florence, offering a practical way to turn limited time into a full Tuscan experience.
Location
Florence, Tuscany
Headquartered in historic Florence
Group Size
Up to 8 (shared)
Small-group tour options available
Shore Excursions
Livorno & La Spezia
Private shore pickups offered
Featured Tours
Pisa, Chianti, 5 Terre
Iconic Tuscany destinations covered
Reserve a shore excursion or Florence tour today: private vehicles, experienced guides, and curated wine and cultural itineraries ready for booking.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour involves navigating cobblestone streets and narrow alleyways, so sturdy shoes are recommended.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture the unique architecture and quiet moments in picturesque spots away from the crowds.
Carry some cash for market visits
Small vendors at Rialto Market may prefer cash transactions for fresh seafood and local goods.
Plan for variable weather
Venice weather can change quickly; pack an umbrella or light raincoat depending on the season.
Comfortable walking shoes
Critical for navigating cobblestone streets comfortably for the duration of the tour.
Sun protection and water bottle
Stay hydrated and protected from the sun on warm days.
summer
Light raincoat or umbrella
Preparedness for rain ensures a more comfortable experience in unpredictable weather.
spring fall winter
Camera or smartphone
Capture candid moments and stunning viewpoints along the hidden pathways.