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First approach of Venice

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5 audio walks and visits that are indispensable to discover the richness of Venice. Saint Mark’s Square and Saint Mark's Basilica, symbols of the power of Venice. The...

Saint Mark’s Square

Saint Mark'square - About 1h15

This guided visit helps you discover the most celebrated square in Venice, Saint Mark’s Square, as well as the adjacent Piazzetta dei Leoni. There are specific visits dedicated to Saint Mark’s Basilica and to the Doges’ Palace, so this visit does not cover those monuments.

The unusual Dorsoduro of Tintoretto and Veronese

the eastern side of Dorsoduro - About 2 hours

This walk on the lively eastern side of the Dorsoduro quarter takes us along the canals where we can see a gondola factory, discover old artesian wells in addition to great works by Tintoretto and Veronese.

Little-known Dorsoduro and Tiepolo

the western side of Dorsoduro - About 2 hours

The Dorsoduro quarter is a distance away from touristy Venice, and so it has remained a vibrant and picturesque neighbourhood where the visitor will be able to feel the heartbeat of contemporary Venetian life. On this walk we discover Dorsoduro’s western side with its streets, alleys and squares – both large and small. We also see Veronese’s final painting and visit the Scuola Grande dei Carmini with its superb collection of works by Tiepolo.

The exterior of Saint Mark’s Basilica

Saint Mark'square - About 1h15

Saint Mark’s basilica is the quintessential symbol of the Venetian empire, and we offer two separate visits. This one takes you on a discovery tour of the exterior of the famous basilica, with descriptions of its style and its famous mosaics. A visit to the interior of the basilica is the object of a separate audioguided tour, which we encourage you to follow as well.

Inside Saint Mark's basilica

Saint Mark's square - About 2 hours

This visit is the logical extension of our tour of the exterior. The basilica is the incarnation of the maritime and commercial power that Venice represented. To discover its treasures is to evoke the history of the Venetian Republic and to contemplate the works of art, ornaments and mosaics that have graced the city state over the centuries. An indispensable visit!

Titian in the church of the Frari

San polo area - About 2h

This audio visit is dedicated to the Church of the Frari, certainly one of Venice's most important monuments. We will discover the history of the city when discovering the tombs of some of the major Doges and encounter works of the illustrious Titian.

The collections of the Accademia Museum

the eastern side of Dorsoduro - About 2h15

We have chosen the masterpieces in the Gallerie dell’Accademia that illustrate the richness of the great periods of Venetian painting. First of all, we discover the Venetian Gothic of the Veneziano brothers. Then we move on to the Renaissance with Bellini and Giorgione, and then on to the golden era of Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese, ending with Tiepolo's religious and theatrical works and the cityscapes of Canaletto and Guardi.

PocketVox

Leger Holidays have partnered with PocketVox to offer you the following selection of MP3 Audio Tours related to this holiday.

Clicking on the 'click to order' button will take you to the PocketVox website where you can pay for your audio tours.

You can find more information at the PocketVox website.

The Top 4

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For a first approach of Roma, these 4 audio visits will show you the main historical periods and monuments of the city: a walk through Ancient Rome between the Capitoline Hill and the Circus Maximus a sec...

Ancient Rome from the Capitol to the Circus Maximus

Capitoline Hill - about 2 hours

This is the ideal introductory walk to get acquainted with Ancient Rome.
Our journey will take us to the Capitoline Hill, the Marcellus Theatre, the largest in the city, the Isola Tiberina in the middle of the Tiber, three beautiful temples in the old Forum Boarium cattle market and the Circus Maximus.

The Quirinal and the Baroque style

The Quirinal hill - About 2 hours

On this audio walk we discover the principal monuments in the Quirinal, Rome’s quintessentially Baroque district, some of which are amongst Rome’s finest historic edifices: Borromini’s San Carlo alle Quatre Fontane church and Bernini’s Sant’Andrea al Quirinale. Our audio guide will wend its way to conclude at the legendary Trevi Fountain.

From the church of the Gesù to the Pantheon

Old Rome - About 1h30

On this walk through old Rome, you will discover some of the most famous monuments in the Eternal City. We will visit sumptuous Baroque churches such as the Church of the Gesù, major antique monuments such as the Pantheon and the spectacular Piazza Sant’Ignazio, a jewel of Rococo architecture. Our walk will also give us an opportunity to evoke the memory of leading artists such as Raphael and Fra Angelico

A stroll on the Aventine hill, and its Basilica of Santa Sabina

The Aventine hill - About 2 hours

The Aventine hill is peppered with convents, peaceful gardens and private homes. Its pace is almost rural, yet it exudes typical Roman charm. The top of the Aventine offers the visitor one of the finest views of the city. There we discover the charming 5th century Basilica de Santa Sabina, one of the oldest in Rome.

St. Peter's square and basilica

The Vatican - About 2 hours

St. Peter’s basilica and its square, the Piazza San Pietro, are emblematic of Rome. Representing the epicentre of Catholicism, they were built on the original site of the apostle Peter’s martyrdom. Who hasn’t read Christ’s words, “Upon this rock I shall build my church”?
Here we shall also discover masterpieces by some of the greatest artists of the Renaissance and Baroque periods: Michelangelo, Bramante and Bernini. An essential and unforgettable experience.

The collections of the Villa Borghese

Villa Borghese - About 2h15

The Borghese Gallery is one of Rome most prestigious museums. A Renaissance villa built in the heart of a magnificent park, it contains a world-class collection of statues, including some of Bernini’s most famous works, such as The Rape of Proserpina. The second floor is devoted to painting, and here we discover dramatic paintings by Caravaggio, as well as marvellous works by Raphael and Titian. Without doubt, this is one of the most memorable museums to see during a visit to Rome.

The Roman Forum

Between the Capitol and the Palatine - About 2 hours

The Roman Forum was ancient Rome’s main political and religious centre. From the Triumphal Arch of Septimius Severus to the Arch of Titus, this audio walk takes us on a journey back in time from the origins of Rome to the final decline of the Empire.

The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

The Esquiline hill - About 1h30

This church is one the most important monuments in the history of the Catholic Church. It was built in the 4th century and was the first church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Nevertheless, it is most famous because of the mosaics that decorate its interior, considered to be one of the most precious testimonials of the beginnings of Christianity