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Carnival Walking theatre show: the "Codega"

4.5/5
26 reviews

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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Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Venice
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Language:English, Italian, French
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Group tour

Why you’ll love this…

  • Listen to the stories and wonders told by the Pantakin actors
  • Live a unique experience with your family

Important to know

  • Comfortable shoes are suggested
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 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.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Guided tour with actors

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Calle larga de l'Ascension, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Meeting point:

With Piazza San Marco and the arches of Museo Correr at your back and the Poste Italiane (Post Office) in front of you, find on your left Venice Tours Assistance Point, the big grey newsstand (with many souvenir and newspapers). The newsstand is located between Fendi Boutique and Poste Italiane (Post Office) and has the sign "VENICE TOURS – ASSISTANCE POINT". Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.

Provider

Venice Tours


What people say about this experience

4.5/5

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    5 February 2018
    5

    United States

    Ponctualité parfaite. Très bon guide nous avons appris beaucoup sur Venise et ses légendes et nous n'avons pas vu la temps passer !

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    24 January 2018
    5

    United Kingdom

    A beautiful experience - if at Venice during carnaval a great way to get to know more about the history of this unique city.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    7 February 2024
    5

    France

    Très agréable expérience avec Clara, notre guide théâtrale. Nous nous sommes beaucoup amusés. De part sa façon de conter les histoires fantastiques, les légendes, clara nous a fait vivre un bon moment trop court à notre goût. Nous recommandons cette activité bien sympathique. Les belges à Veni

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    17 January 2018
    5

    United Kingdom

    the first time I go to a walking theatre - such an experience!

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    12 January 2018
    5

    United Kingdom

    .... and in Venice. Learning and having fun, beautiful.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    17 December 2017
    5

    Spain

    El carnaval en Venecia es una experiencia única. Difícil describirlo con palabras! Hay que vivirlo