Discover the real Venice on a fun, interactive, and family-friendly adventure designed especially for kids and loved by parents too! This private treasure hunt tour takes you far from the crowded tourist routes and into the authentic neighborhoods of Castello and Cannaregio, where Venice’s true magic comes alive.
See the city through your children’s eyes as they explore, play, and learn while walking along quiet canals, colorful campi, and hidden corners most visitors never see. This is the perfect experience if you’ve already visited Venice and want to discover its artistic, local, and lesser-known side, or if you want your kids’ first Venice memory to be truly special.
Venice is full of secrets and during this lively experience, your family will uncover them together! The tour follows a game-based approach with clues, challenges, and a point system that keeps kids motivated, curious, and engaged from start to finish. And yes… there will be winners and prizes 🎉
Along the way, we’ll talk about:
Venetian history and art, explained in a fun and simple way
Hidden meanings, symbols, and special decorations on buildings
Ancient traditions and fascinating animals hidden in the city
Legends, myths, and incredible stories from Venice’s past
The powerful Doge, leader of the Serenissima Republic
Are you ready to put on your detective cap, sharpen your observation skills, and explore Venice like a real local?
🗺️ Private treasure hunt tour, exclusively for your family
🌿 Explore hidden gems and a quieter, authentic side of Venice
🐾 Discover ancient traditions, animals, and mysterious symbols
🏛️ Admire some of Venice’s most beautiful and surprising buildings
🌉 See a unique bridge and the famous Acqua Alta Bookshop
🚶♀️ Live like a local in Fondamenta Ormesini, Campo San Giovanni e Paolo, and Campo Santa Maria Formosa
📖 Learn about Venice’s history, legends, and everyday life
🎲 Enjoy fun activities for the whole family
🎁 Prize for kids at the end of the tour
🍝 Get insider tips and recommendations on where to eat, how to move around Venice, and the best places to visit with children
⏰ Duration:
Approximately 2.5 hours
🎒 What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
A refillable water bottle
A camera or phone for unforgettable photos
This experience is perfect for families with curious kids who want to learn, play, and explore Venice together, creating memories that will last long after your trip ends.
👉 Book your family adventure today and discover Venice off the beaten path!
Kind of tour: Outdoor scavenger hunt with game booklet, multiple choice quizzes and symbols to find around
What I will provide: one game leaflet, a final little prize for every little traveller, a lot of passion and tips for you
Cost: 330 euro plus 4 %
Extra costs: for more than 2 kids I will add 10 euro
Ideal age for this Venice with kids: magical off the beaten path tour in Castello and Cannaregio: starting from 5 years old
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Let's discover the real hidden Venice: Cannaregio and Castello together with your kids during an unique private Venice Family friendly and kids tour, my treasure hunt!
- Jan, 04, 2026 -
Super experience gen 2026 We booked a private tour with Lucia for two different experiences, (i) treasury hunt with our daughter (9 years old) and (ii) a deeper tour of the Jewish Gheto for a separate part of the family. Lucia was fantastic for both tours. She was able to keep the interest level of our daughter very high for the whole first tour. She was at the same time very knowledgeable and really excelled in the deeper historical ghetto tour. Both experiences were fantastic. We would strongly recommend Lucia
- Sep, 06, 2025 -
Lucia was the most gracious, cheerful, and knowledgeable tour guide we could’ve hoped for! From the moment we connected—even before arriving in Venice—she went above and beyond. She treated us not just as guests, but like old friends, always available to answer questions, offer recommendations, and ensure we felt at home in the city. Her passion for Venice and its incredible history truly shines through. She made sure every member of our family was engaged and having a great time. We all agreed: Lucia’s tour was the absolute highlight of our trip to Venice. If you’re planning a visit, don’t miss the chance to tour with Lucia you’ll walk away with unforgettable memories.
- Oct, 26, 2023 -
Lucia was AMAZING! She connected with the children on a personal level and kept them engaged for the entire time we were with her. The adults were just as enthralled!
- Jan, 24, 2022 -
Lucia took my family (myself, husband plus 2 daughters - ages 10 and 12) on an awesome tour of the Cannareggio and Jewish Ghetto areas of Venice. This was my second visit to Venice, and I learned so much from Lucia's informative tour and developed so much love for this area and the people. She kept my daughters excited and engaged and even took us for gelato after the tour. Lucia is a Venice expert with an engaging personality, in depth knowledge of the area as she has lived here and understands the history of the area. When I return to visit Venice, I will book another tour with Lucia. A+++ experience. . . Amazing behind the scenes Venice Tour with Lucia!
- Oct, 31, 2021 -
An Exceptional Tour and an Exceptional Guide Our family of four had a private tour of the Ghetto with Lucia last week. It was a great experience - incredibly informative about the origins of the ghetto, its history over the centuries, and its present. Lucia is an exceptional guide. I strongly recommend Lucia and this tour for anyone interested in the history of the Ghetto or of Venice overall
- Aug, 10, 2022 -
Venice Private Tour Lucia was an absolutely amazing tour guide! We have been traveling as a family for years and booking local private guides…Lucia tops the list! She was super knowledgeable, kept us engaged the entire time and was a pleasure to be with for the day! Such a wonderful experience overall! Highly, highly recommend Lucia!!