Venice Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica guided Tour
Overview
Combined guided tour the Saint Marks Basilica and the Doge's Palace:
1. Our guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, admire the golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring.
2. During the second part of the tour your guide will accompany you to the Doge’s Palace. Once inside, you will visit the halls where the Duke (Doge) and his Council controlled the fate of the Serene Republic. You will be able to admire the paintings realized by some of the most important artists of the Italian Renaissance, amongst them, the world's largest oil painting by Tintoretto. Passing through the famous Bridge of Sighs, you will reach the new prisons.
What's Included
- Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary
- Multilingual tour provided in: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
- Entrance fees
- Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum and the terrace
- Guided tour of Doges Palace, Saint Marks Basilica and Saint Marks square
- Gratuities
- Pala d'oro (€ 5,00)
Meeting Location
Calle larga de l'Ascension
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
What To Expect
Piazza San Marco
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Basilica di San Marco
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Doge's Palace
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Ponte dei Sospiri
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Museo Correr (Pass By)
Additional Info
Protecting you
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Back packs are not allowed inside the Basilica and the Doges Palace
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venice Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica guided Tour?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025
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