Carnival Walking theatre show: the "Codega"
Activities

Carnival Walking theatre show: the "Codega"

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 27 reviews
Free cancellation
language
Language: English , Italian , French
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Mobile voucher accepted
duration
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Do this because
  • Listen to the stories and wonders told by the Pantakin actors
  • Live a unique experience with your family
What to expect

From the middle of the fifteenth century, the nobles and the wealthy of Venice had servants known as 'codega' who would be equipped with lanterns to enlighten paths in the darkness of the night, delighting them with anecdotes and stories.

Just like those times, your own personal escort will guide you through the labyrinth of mysteries surrounding the lagoon. A leap into the past that will inspire you to be the actors in your own scenes, leading you into the heart of the life of the 'Serenissima' (Venice).

You will learn all about Casanova and the Levantine, about the gondolier that became a priest and about the elephant that found shelter in a church. You'll listen to stories about the angel who was made a palace guardian and why the bridge between two convents is called 'The Devil's Bridge'. You'll also find out about the secret language of the Venetian fans and about the legends of a number of ghosts that are said to live in Venice.

A captivating event for the entire family, a new and unusual way to celebrate the Venice Carnival!

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What's included
  • check Guided tour with actors
Where

Venice Tours Srl, Close to St.Mark’s Square, Calle San Gallo, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Meeting point:
Venice Tours Office is in Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, beside San Marco Square. Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right, pass under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight to “Campo San Gallo”.AL TOUR”. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time.
What to remember
  • Comfortable shoes are suggested
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time
  • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities
  • The show will be bilingual English & Italian or French & Italian
  • The tour is not considered private but it is shared with other guests not belonging to the same party.
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Provider
Venice City Tour
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 27 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - February 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Très agréable expérience avec Clara, notre guide théâtrale. Nous nous sommes beaucoup amusés. De part sa façon de conter les histoires fantastiques, ...

  • Anonymous

    From Belgium - February 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From Belgium - February 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From Italy - February 2020

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Una bella e insolita e piacevole passeggiata, da rifare.

  • Anonymous

    From France - March 2019

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Une jeune femme théâtrale dynamique et enjouée comme guide, très bien! Les sujets intéressants mais pas assez axés sur le carnaval, dommage!

  • Anonymous

    From France - February 2018

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Notre guide était vraiment charmante et drôle. Nous avons découvert Venise à travers ses petites histoires. Moment très agréable.

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