The Greatest Show on Wheels! The Circus Secrets of Venice tour will be led by guide, Bob Collins and focus on the rich history of the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus in Venice. The tour includes a stop at the Historic Train Depot and Ringling Train Car Museum. A donation will be made to the Venice Area Historical Society for their partnership in supplying docents on each Circus Secrets Tour to teach guests about the train depot and circus train car. Tours will depart from the Venice Chamber of Commerce Building and offer FREE parking. Our tour guide, circus historian Bob Collins, provides the history of the circus in Venice, Florida by telling interesting stories about all the spots you will see. Spots include many hidden gems which have a circus connection. You will also learn about the showman who created the circus including John and Charles Ringling and their families.

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Private tour’only your group participates
Dog-friendly
Route is customizable according to your interests

What To Expect

1927 Historic Venice Train Depot

Learn about the Circus Side of Venice with tour guide Bob Collins, by visiting key city landmarks and hearing stories of the colorful cast of circus characters, showmen, and performers who called Sarasota County home.
• Admission Ticket Included

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Guests must be 10 ; no children under 10 allowed except on our family tours designed for children. Every guest must have a paid ticket in order to board.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Include

Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water

Exclude

Restroom on board