Venice Legends Tour: Ghosts, Crimes, Dark Stories & Spritz

4.9(65)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Hili Travel s.r.l.

About this activity

Your journey begins near the entrance of the historic Jewish Ghetto. As twilight settles over the canals, your guide will lead you through its quiet squares and narrow passageways, sharing chilling tales of persecution, tragic deaths, unsolved crimes, and spirits said to linger after dark. Wandering along dimly lit canals and hidden alleyways, you’ll uncover a side of Venice few visitors ever experience — atmospheric, silent, and hauntingly beautiful.

Midway through the tour, you’ll pause at a traditional Venetian locanda for a well-deserved break. Here, you’ll enjoy a classic Venetian Spritz paired with two authentic cicchetti, the beloved local small bites traditionally savored during aperitivo hour. This tasting offers a delightful contrast to the eerie stories — and a chance to immerse yourself in Venetian culinary culture like a true local.

The experience concludes in the district, leaving you with a spine-tingling new perspective on Venice’s hidden and mysterious past.

What's included

✓Vegetarian option with prior notice(though not suitable for celiacs or people with severe allergies)
✓Samples of typical Venetian cicchetti (tapas – style)
✓Guided visit around site such as Ghetto area
✓Local Guide

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Hotel pick-up and drop off
✕Private Tour

Meeting and pickup

Meet your guide at Porta del Ghetto outside the Gam Gam bar and restaurant.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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