VALENTINA NOT ONLY VENICE
Licensed tour guide in Venice… and beyond
I am a licensed tour guide in Venice and the Veneto, born and raised in the province of Treviso. Growing up so close to Venice made me fall in love with the city as a proud local, and today I share this passion through my work as a tour guide in Venice and the Veneto, combining culture, curiosity and authenticity.
Since my university years I have been deeply passionate about languages and different cultures. I graduated in Linguistic and Cultural Mediation at the University of Padua, a path that strengthened my desire to understand people and tell the story of places through meaningful, human connections.
After several years working in hospitality and travel planning, I realised I wanted to be even closer to the people I met. Here’s a little secret: the idea of becoming a tour guide was born when, as a student, I loved creating memorable itineraries for my friends and for my relatives visiting from overseas. Over time I understood that planning a tour, for me, means turning a traveller into a friend.
From that awareness my professional journey began. Being a tour guide in Venice and the Veneto means creating authentic experiences that combine iconic landmarks with hidden corners revealing the true soul of the region. Today I lead travellers through unconventional routes filled with surprising stories and local secrets that only someone who truly lives here can share.
And yes, coming from the city of tiramisù, I believe every experience should leave a genuine and unforgettable taste, just like a handmade dessert: simple, heartfelt and able to make you smile long after the journey is over.
Tour Leader License No. 54/2017 | Tour Guide License No. 281/2017 | National Register No. 08000666
Discover the beauty of Venice and the Veneto with me
My guided tours in Venice and the Veneto are inspired by the walks I take in my free time, always asking myself what I would truly want to see or experience if I had a few hours just for me in Treviso, Venice or Padua.
That is why my itineraries combine famous landmarks with original and authentic routes, designed to create lasting memories for travellers who choose to explore with a local tour guide in Venice and the Veneto.
Why choose a Not Only Venice tour?
- I am a certified tour guide and tour leader fully licensed at national level since 2017, giving you the guarantee of professionalism and official qualifications.
- You will enjoy an unforgettable experience. My guided tours in Venice and the Veneto balance iconic sights with hidden corners often unknown even to locals.
- You will make the most of your time. Each itinerary is unique, carefully planned and constantly updated to make your visit smooth, engaging and stress-free.
- We respect the places we visit. All my tours are organised in the most sustainable way possible, supporting 100% local activities and businesses.
- You will discover the region through its flavours as well. As a true food lover, I always include a tasty stop along the way: a delicious tiramisù, a traditional Venetian cicheto or a small glass of local wine.
Book a scheduled group tour
Weekly group tours in English are currently unavailable.
For a tailor-made experience in English, please see the Private Tours section below.
Join one of my weekly scheduled group tours and explore beautiful places together with a small group of fellow travellers.
STEP 1
Choose your tour
Select the guided tour you prefer from the ones listed in the calendar. Click on “discover more” to view the full details and itinerary.
STEP 2
Invite who you like
Bring friends or family with you, or join on your own. Fill in the registration form and wait for my confirmation by email.STEP 3
Enjoy a unique experience
We will meet at the indicated location and set off together to discover new places, stories and views in small, friendly groups.Do you want to organise a private tour?
Choose the date and the places you would like to explore with me through personalised private guided tours in Venice and the Veneto. Let’s plan your exclusive, tailor-made private tour in the Veneto together, with a flexible itinerary, local insights and a pace that suits you perfectly.
VENICE AND LAGOON
Let’s plan a private tour or bespoke experience to discover the best of Venice and its lagoon with a local tour guide in Venice and the Veneto.
I will show you the small details that visitors often miss, traditional Venetian bacari known mainly to locals, and peaceful areas away from the crowds, rich in history and art, all within carefully crafted guided tours in Venice, such as the
Venice family tour or the
Venice highlights and hidden gems walking tour.
Tell me your interests and preferences, and I will design the perfect tailor-made private tour in Venice for you and your group.
TREVISO
Treviso, with its historic arcades and peaceful canals, is the perfect setting for a relaxing walk.
But there is much more to discover in the surrounding area. Hidden across the Treviso countryside you will find architectural gems such as Villa Emo and Villa Barbaro, masterpieces of Palladian design. We can explore Asolo, often listed among the most beautiful villages in Italy, or wander through the Prosecco hills, recently recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site, for example through a
Prosecco Hills UNESCO tour.
Treat yourself to a unique experience in the Treviso area, where art, landscape and local traditions come together, perhaps discovering local flavours with an
origin of tiramisu tour.
PADUA
The city of Padua is filled with treasures to suit every interest.
From the Basilica of Saint Anthony to the frescoes by Giotto and the historic University, Padua offers a rich blend of art, culture and spirituality. Beyond the city itself, the wider area is full of wonderful places to explore, such as the charming towns of Arquà Petrarca and Este, as well as the scenic Euganean Hills with their vineyards, villas and thermal spas.
Plan your Padua itinerary with me and discover the perfect balance between iconic landmarks and hidden gems, for example through a Padua guided walking tour.
Would you like to plan your own tailor-made guided tour?
Contact me