Valerio D.

Hi, I’m Valerio – a licensed Venice guide based on Murano and founder of deTourist. I offer private and small-group tours designed to go beyond the crowds and reveal a more authentic side of Venice.

My experiences are inclusive and welcoming to everyone. I work with travelers from all backgrounds and create a space where you can feel comfortable, respected, and free to be yourself.

With a background in cultural heritage and years of experience as a guide, I combine storytelling, local insight, and a flexible approach to help you connect with the city in a meaningful way. From iconic landmarks to hidden corners, I aim to show you a Venice that feels real, personal, and alive.

My tours are relaxed, flexible, and tailored to you.

I don’t follow rigid scripts or rush from one landmark to another. Instead, I adapt the experience to your pace, interests, and energy—whether you prefer a cultural deep dive, a scenic walk, or a more local, off-the-beaten-path perspective.

I like to mix must-see highlights with hidden spots, sharing stories that go beyond guidebooks: everyday life in Venice, local traditions, and lesser-known narratives, including LGBTQ+ history and culture.

I’m here not just to guide you, but to create an experience that feels natural, engaging, and genuinely yours.

I enjoy guiding LGBTQ+ travelers because I value openness, authenticity, and human connection.

Every guest brings a different perspective, and I appreciate creating experiences where people feel at ease and understood. Venice has many layers, including stories of freedom, identity, and hidden lives that deserve to be shared.

Guiding becomes more meaningful when there’s mutual trust and the feeling that you can truly be yourself.