Campo Santa Maria Formosa Tours and Activities

Tucked away from the crowded piazzas of Venice, Campo Santa Maria Formosa is a charming little square in the Castello district. With a handful of cafés, a co-op market, and local shops, Campo Santa Maria Formosa offers a nice reprieve from the tourist hustle of Venice and allows a glimpse into local life.
The Basics
Named after the 15th-century church of the same name that borders the square, Campo Santa Maria Formosa is the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee and relax between tours or shopping.
The square’s peaceful vibe lets you slow down a bit and enjoy the true spirit of Venice. You can tour Santa Maria Formosa Church, browse the local shops, or just relax and people watch.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Campo Santa Maria Formosa is a true hidden gem in Venice.
- The delightful Castello town square offers a break from the hustle of Venice.
- Feel like a local as you enjoy a cup of coffee and rest before continuing your Venice explorations.
How to Get There
Campo Santa Maria Formosa is located in the Castello district of Venice, a 5-minute walk northeast of St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco). To reach Campo Santa Maria Formosa, take vaporetto water bus line 1 or 2 to the Rialto stop and then make the short walk from the Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto).
When to Get There
The streets of Venice are crawling with tourists during the popular summer months, so consider visiting between November and March to avoid the crowds. Head out early if visiting between April and October and seek out hidden sights like Campo Santa Maria Formosa for an authentic experience of Venice.
Other Castello District Attractions
Venice is divided into six districts or sestieri, each with its own distinct character. Castello is home to the Basilica of San Pietro di Castello and the Arsenale, the once mighty medieval shipyard complex that now hosts the Venice Biennale. Castello is the largest district, and in addition to major sights it has several relatively tourist-free pockets where you can experience the quieter side of Venice.
Address: Castello District, Venice, Italy
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Venice Super-Saver: Doge’s Palace, Walking Tour & Grand Canal Boat Tour
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Explore the best of Venice at a 10% discount with this Super Saver combo of three popular tours. Skip the line at the Doge’s Palace, where you can wander through ornate public rooms and across the notorious Bridge of Sighs. You’ll also head to the front of the long queue at St Mark’s Basilica to tour the dazzling interior of this Byzantine masterpiece including Pala d'Oro and enjoy a guided walking tour of Venice’s hidden gems. Finally, cruise down the Grand Canal aboard a motorboat and soak in the majestic passing scenery.
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Best of Venice Tour with St Mark’s Basilica and Grand Canal Boat tour
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See the best of Venice in a day on a tour that combines a guided walk with a cruise along the bustling Grand Canal. Hear the history of St. Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge from a guide, and visit St. Mark’s Basilica with a skip-the-line ticket to beat the long admission lines. Discover the tucked-away treasures of Venice’s backstreets and charming canals, and then finish on a high note: a water taxi cruise on the Grand Canal.
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Venice Super Saver: Skip-the-Line Doge's Palace and St Mark’s Basilica Tours plus Venice Walking Tour
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See two of Venice’s most iconic attractions and save 10% when you book them together with this Super Saver. Head to the front of the long queues with skip-the-line access to the famed Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. Learn the history behind these architectural wonders from your local guide, and explore some of Venice’s lesser-known sights on a walking tour. Complete both tours in the same day with a break in between to spend at your leisure, depending on the operational schedule.
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Skip the Line: Venice Walking Tour with St Mark's Basilica and Pala D'Oro
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Discover the awe-inspiring St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice without the headache of long lines. Head to the front of the queue with your expert guide and step inside to admire the cathedral’s glittering gold mosaics, Pala d'Oro and embellished domes. Explore other architectural highlights of St. Mark’s Square and learn about Venice’s history as a seafaring superpower and Italian cultural capital. You also escape to quieter backstreets of Hidden Venice to visit lesser-known attractions and gain insight into daily Venetian life.
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Welcome to Venice Small Group or Private Tour: Basilica San Marco & Gondola Ride
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Experience quintessential Venice on this walking tour, including a memorable gondola ride. See iconic landmarks like the Rialto Bridge and the House of Marco Polo; get a taste of local life at the Rialto Fish Market and explore historic neighborhoods like Cannaregio. Then, admire the palatial architecture of St. Mark’s Square, enter the magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica and soak up the scenery on a romantic gondola cruise. This small-group tour is limited for a personalized experience.
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Venice Super Saver: Dolomite Mountains Day Trip and Skip-the-Line Venice in One Day Tour
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Want to see the Dolomites, tour Venice and save money at the same time? Book this Venice Super Saver, which combines two best-selling tours at a discounted rate, and spread your sightseeing over two days. Start with a Dolomites day trip to visit the ski village of Cortina d’Ampezzo and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo mountain range, and then take a tour of the Venice on the second day (check operational schedule for details). Bypass the entrance lines outside St Mark’s Basilica, explore the city by foot and, finally, finish with a water taxi cruise on the Grand Canal.
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Skip the Line: Best of Venice Private Tour Including San Marco Doges' Palace and Gondola Ride
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Get exclusive, skip-the-line access to the very best of Venice on a private, 6-hour walking and gondola tour of the city. Learn about Venetian art and culture as you trace a route from Piazza San Marco to the elaborate Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Discover the remarkable architecture and history of the Basilica San Marco, and continue through a series of churches, landmarks and picture-perfect highlights. Finish the day in true Venice style with a private gondola ride through the iconic canals of Venice.
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4-Hour Venice Walking tour with Skip the line Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica
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Saint Marks Basilica and the Doges Palace are two landmarks rarely left off any Venice Itinerary, but their popularity means that visitors often spend more time queuing outside than exploring inside. Visit both on this 4-hour tour, including skip-the-line entrance and a walking tour of romantic Venice.
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Byzantine Venice Walking tour with Skip the Line Saint Mark's Basilica
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No visit to Venice is complete without a tour of the awe-inspiring architecture of St Mark’s Square. Escape the crowds and discover highlights of Venetian history with a guided, small-group walking tour. Explore the magnificent Doge’s Palace and photogenic bell tower, and skip the front of the queue to see the dazzling gilded interior of St Mark’s Basilica.
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Morning Walking Tour of Venice Plus Gondola Ride
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Combine a morning walk through Venice with a gondola ride for the perfect Venetian day. Get to know the canal city better with a guided tour led by an experienced local. Then watch the sights drift by from the water as you cruise through Venice in a gondola. This combined tour is an excellent way to experience Venice.
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Morning Venice Walking Tour plus Doge's Palace Guided Visit
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Experience the history and majesty of Venice with this 3-hour combination tour, including a walking tour of the city plus a guided visit to the Doge's Palace. Let your knowledgeable guide show you the highlights of Venice, from St. Mark's Basilica to the Malibran Theatre. Then head inside the Doge's Palace for a look inside the government offices of the Venetian Republic's reign. Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs from the Doge's Palace.
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First time in Venice
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First visitors will love this tour!
Experience Venice with a native is the way to go! my experience will give you really the best chance for you to see as much as possible in 3 hours ! Try it!
Saint Marrk square, Rialto, the off the beaten paths areas, the lovely corners, the impressive palaces... Come to see Venice with me!
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Private Treasure Hunt for Families in Venice
Explore Venice in a fun and family-friendly way on a private treasure hunt through the city’s most historic area, designed especially for families with kids age 11 and under. A search for clues around the city’s major landmarks keeps young travelers from getting bored, while adults get a break from the guidebooks as an entertaining guide leads the way.
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The best of Venice and Murano in one day private tour on foot and by boat
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If you only have a limited amount of time in Venice, this private tour ensures you spend it wisely. Explore the city and Murano by foot and by boat and enjoy the flexibility of customizing the tour to your interests and skipping the line at such top attractions as the basilica of St Mark's Basilica.
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Venice minor and the masks
The visit will allow you to discover a "minor" Venice, but splendid in its characteristic corners of the Castello district and to see some typical activities such as one of the most original existing bookstores and a craftsman who makes masks by hand.
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Hidden Venice private tour, art and craft
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The huge crowds in Venice can make sightseeing an overwhelming experience—especially in large groups. Opt for the stress-free alternative of exploring a less crowded part of Venice, on a private tour with just your party and a guide. Benefit from a guide’s navigation skills when exploring a labyrinth of narrow streets in the Castello area. It’s a great way to see local craftsmanship—watch a glass-making demonstration, and visit a mask maker too.
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Venice "basics" - An orientation tour
I was born and raised here so I am truly Venetian and know every little corner of it.
You will see Venice through the eyes of a local and will get plenty of information about where eating, what to do and what to avoid!!!
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Venice for families with children
This tour is excellent for families with small and elder children, that want to learn about Venice having fun on an interactive experience for the whole family. Under the guidance of a local and licensed tour guide, you will enjoy a nice walking tour around the less beaten tracks as well as some of the city highlights. There will be a break along the way, eating the best gelato in Venice or drinking a nice cup of hot chocolate. Then, you will be introduced to the history of the original meaning that is behind the Carnival and the masks and you will be escorted to the atelier, where artisans still make them in papier-mache by hand. There, you will be able to choose the mask that you want to decorate and take with you. (The workshop is about 1 hour long and the price of it is not included and is 38 euros per person. It's not mandatory to take part in the workshop).
This tour is a right mix, funny and informative at the same time for the entire family.
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Private tour for families with children in Venice
If this is your first time in Venice with your family and you are afraid that the little ones would be bored making a guided tour, this is just what you are looking for!
You will have fun visiting the most popular places and some of the hidden ones, learning about the anecdotes and curiosities of this beautiful city. You will get some prizes along the way to keep the entire family interested and engaged, and we will have some short breaks to recharge yourselves and your children. You will be surprised at how, at the end of the tour, your little ones and you will be able to remember everything you learned, having a lot of fun and not realizing that the time just flew by.
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Venetian Renaissance and Saint Marco Basilica Skip the Line Private Tour
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Understand what life was like during the Venice Renaissance on a private 2.5-hour tour. Perfect for history buffs, the extensive itinerary takes you beyond what you'd get on a typical group tour. Visit the Palazzo Grimani, Acqua Alta Bookshops, Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli, and more. This satisfying tour also includes a slice of traditional Venetian Tiramisu, along with skip-the-line entrance to St. Marco Basilica.
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Private Tour: The Best of Venice with La Famiglia
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It's often difficult to keep kids engaged on a sightseeing tour. This private tour, however, is specially tailored toward families and promises to keep younger visitors entertained through games and activities as you explore Venice
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Venice Morning Walking Tour
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Get views of Venice's most important landmarks during this 2-hour morning walking tour. As the city and its scenic canals awake for the day, pass Venetian highlights like the Doge's Palace, St Mark's Square and Campo Santa Maria Formosa. Listen to your guide's commentary about these famous locations, as well as little-known facts about some of the city's hidden gems. Use of personal headsets to hear your guide clearly is included.
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Venice on the silver screen
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Back in the 80s some film historians found out that Venice had already appeared in more than 380.000 films: feature films, short documentaries, cult and blockbuster movies. Thanks to its special and unique urban landscape, the city is often woven into the thread of the story, being too distinctive to fade into the background. Its canals, alleyways, and unusual architecture make Venice extremely cinematic. This is the reason why several films have cast the city as one of the main characters. Discover the main film locations of one of the world’s most photogenic cities through the eyes of great film directors for a glimpse of Venice's celluloid charisma. Enjoy the atmosphere of some the most iconic movies shot here ("The Tourist", Everyone says I love you", "The talented Mr. Ripley", "Spiderman: far from home", "Indiana Jones and the last Crusade", "Othello", "Casanova", "Moonraker", "The Young Pope", and many others) walk with us to discover the most magnificent movie set in the world.
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Is Venice sinking? Walk in Venice with a Nature and Interpretive Guide
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You may have heard that Venice is sinking but that’s not quite accurate. Learn more how extraordinary is life in city built on a lagoon and how it is at the same time extraordinarily fragile.
The beauty and uniqueness of Venice, a cultural and natural asset of exceptional value is due not only to its immense cultural heritage but also to the natural ecosystem on which the city was built: the Venetian lagoon.
Learn more about this fragile environment, how it was created thousands years ago, how the Republic of Venice adapted it for its purposes over the centuries and which are the challenges Venice will have to face in the very next future.
Understand how Acqua Alta flooding has impacted in Venice in the past and why they are threatening the city in the future, learn what is the Mo.SE., the controversial mobile flood barrier project and take action for preserving the future as a responsible and sustainable city's visitor.
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