Audio Guide Details
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Product Type
- Audio Guide
- Venues
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- St Mark's Bell Tower
- Basilica San Marco
- Doge's Palace
- Bridge of Sighs
- St. Mark's Square
- La Fenice Theatre
Preview
St. Mark's Square Audio Guide
Start: Piazza San Marco
Prigioni Nove, Giacomo Casanova and San Giorgio Maggiore
Two Columns - Gateway to Venice
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Audio Guide Description
Dive into the history of Venice on this self-paced audio guide tour of Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square) and its surroundings with Context Travel expert Dr. Susan Steer, an art historian who specializes in Medieval and Renaissance Venice.
Our self-paced starts at St. Mark's Square, Venice's most famous piazza and one of several historically significant landmarks you'll visit on this tour. As you stroll across ancient bridges and wander down winding streets, you'll gain an understanding of the important role the City of Canals played in merging the Eastern and Western worlds during the Medieval and Renaissance eras. Along the way, Dr. Susan Steer will share the stories to bring the city's history and urban culture to life, as well as some of the men and women who transformed it. You'll also discover architectural gems like Teatro La Fenice, the center of Venetian culture, and the hidden oasis known as the Giardini Reali, or Royal Gardens, where our audio tour ends.
On this Venice audio tour, you'll:
- Uncover Venice's rise as a merchant powerhouse
- Marvel at St. Mark's Square's architectural wonders – including the Clock Tower, Marciana Library, State Mint, and more
- Discover 12 centuries of Venetian history
- Take in the majestic exterior of Doge's Palace, the seat of government and the centre of the justice system
- Visit the Royal Gardens, a much-needed green haven away from the bustle of the crowds
- Develop a deeper appreciation for Byzantine Art and its influence on Venice
- Visit the location that invented the Bellini cocktail and unravel its connection to Ernest Hemingway
By the end of this one-hour Venice audio tour, you'll have gained a profound appreciation for The Floating City's remarkable history and its enduring allure. Join us as we unlock the captivating tales that have shaped this extraordinary city.
Please be aware that the tide levels in Venice are unpredictable. We ask that you take particular caution if the tide is high, as some areas of the tour may be difficult to access. If you'd like to check the tide, please consult the app “Hi!Tide Venice."
Meet Your Expert
Susan has over twenty years experience teaching the History of Art for universities in the UK and Italy. She is also the Venice lead for the Venice in Peril Fund, which supports at-risk art and monuments in the city. After graduating in the History of Art and Italian in 1998, she took an M.A. concentrating on art and architecture in Venice, and in 2004 she completed her specialization with a Ph.D. on Venetian Renaissance altarpieces. As a post-doctoral researcher with the University of Glasgow and London's National Gallery, she worked as a researcher and editor on the National Inventory of European Painting, the on-line catalog of European paintings in British museums. Susan has also contributed articles to the Burlington Magazine and Artibus et Historiae. Susan met her Venetian husband Paolo in 1997; they have a young son and divide their time between homes in Italy and the UK.
How do I access the audio guide and download it for offline use?
Once you complete your purchase, you will receive a voucher code for your Audio Guide. You must download the Voicemap app and enter the code.
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- Create an account
- Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
- Enter your Voucher Code
- Select Download Now
Is closed captioning (subtitles) available?
Yes, all our audio guides offer closed captioning. If you have difficulty hearing the expert, you can turn on subtitles.
Yes, all our audio guides offer closed captioning. If you have difficulty hearing the expert, you can turn on subtitles.
How long does each event last?
Our recorded audio guides typically run for 75 minutes.
How can I share this audio guide with friends or family?
You are welcome to listen together with friends or family, but each person listening to the guide on their own device will need to purchase the audio guide individually.
How long does my access to the audio guide last?
Once you purchase an audio guide, you are welcome to listen to it as many times as you would like. Your access to a purchased audio guide does not expire.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Sales for recorded audio guides are final once you make the purchase. If you have questions or concerns about your purchase, please reach out to us at digital@contexttravel.com.
Can I purchase a gift card for a friend who is traveling?
Absolutely! You can buy gift cards here. Gift cards are valid for 365 days from the date of purchase.
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5 Reviews
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Very nice
Celia
Apr. 24, 2024
My fiancé and I did this audio guide together on our first day in Venice. It was so much fun to do it together! We started the audio guide at the same time and the GPS autoplay took over from there. It was so much fun to catch him discovering the same things as me out of the corner of my eye, while existing in our own little bubbles. Susan was a fantastic narrator to our walk and took us around St. Mark's Square, down narrow streets and over picture-perfect bridges. She also recommended a few other stops we should make after our tour, and of course, we took her up on it. All in all, it was a magical day!
Rheanna
Apr. 9, 2024
Just ok. Thin on information about the structures and history of the square.
Karen
Mar. 25, 2024
