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On the Footsteps of Commissario Brunetti by Donna Leon Walking Tour

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About this activity

Explore Venice through the eyes of Commissario Brunetti, the beloved detective from Donna Leon's crime novels and TV series. This 2-hour guided walk traces filming locations and settings from the books, revealing the quieter, off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods where the stories unfold.

Calling all Donna Leon fans! Celebrate the popular crime series set in Venice with this exclusive tour that delves into the world of Commissario Brunetti, star of the novels and television shows. Follow your guide to see locations featured in the stories, including the iconic “questura”, or police headquarters. Learn new facts and trivia about the author and her books and enjoy a unique perspective on the “Floating City”.

The fictional character of the Venetian "Commissario Brunetti" has been a success figure on German television and international literature for years: discover personally on site the the wonderful film scene locations from Donna Leon's novels. It is not at all easy to find the “campos” and “palazzos” where Brunetti was often on the way, because most of them are off the city highlights and well know touristic sites. On the contrary, the films are mainly shot in a rather off the beaten path Venice, like the Questura, where Signorina Elettra is always duly waiting for Commissario Brunetti. It is so beautiful when you find the places you fancied on TV or reading the books, from Brunetti's first cases, such as Acqua Alta, through the most successful episodes like “beastly thigs” or “Suffer the little children”, to the youngest, whereby Raffi and Chiara no longer want to live in Venice.

During this walking tour several locations from the film adaptations are not only to be discovered but also to be tasted, as the focus will be also on Brunetti's famous and broad gastronomic taste. Therefore, not only Brunetti-fans but every Venice lover will be entertained with anecdotes and exciting details from everyday Venetian life.

Highlights

  • Visit the Questura (police headquarters), Brunetti's iconic workplace
  • Discover filming locations from multiple book adaptations and TV episodes
  • Explore atmospheric campos and historic palazzos away from main tourist routes
  • Learn author Donna Leon trivia and insights into the literary series
  • Experience Venice's atmospheric side streets that inspired the crime stories

Insider tips

  • Locations are deliberately off the beaten path—wear comfortable shoes and allow time to navigate quieter streets
  • Familiar with the novels or TV series? Bring a mental note of your favourite Brunetti case; your guide can connect you to relevant locations
  • The tour works best for fans who've read at least one book or seen an episode—context enriches the experience

Good to know

  • Duration: 2 hours of walking on Venice's uneven, sometimes narrow streets
  • Meeting point and exact start time will be confirmed at booking
  • Comfortable walking shoes essential; some areas involve uneven terrain and bridges
  • Tour operates in English; small group size typical for guided literary/location tours

Who it's for

Donna Leon novel and Commissario Brunetti TV series fansLiterary tourism and film-location enthusiastsVisitors seeking authentic, less-touristy Venice neighbourhoodsCrime fiction readers interested in author insights and setting exploration

Best time to visit

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer comfortable walking weather and fewer crowds on Venice's quieter side streets. Avoid peak summer heat and winter fog, which can obscure atmospheric details.

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