Saint Mark's Basilica and Guided City Walking Tour in Venice

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

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   Start your journey in Venice’s iconic Piazza San Marco, where your expert guide will reveal the secrets behind Saint Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, the Bell Tower, and the majestic Procuratie.

   Stroll through centuries of history as you visit Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo—Venice’s “Pantheon”—and admire the Gothic grandeur of the Great School of Charity. Pass by the area once home to Marco Polo, and follow the tales of his adventurous legacy. Conclude the walking portion of your tour along the vibrant Mercerie, Venice’s historic shopping street, as it guides you back toward San Marco. This part of the tour strikes a perfect balance between history, architecture, and local insight, ideal for discovering Venice beyond the postcard.

   1 Std. 30 Min.•Eintritt frei

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   Walk your way to the entrance of the Cathedral and skip the line into Saint Mark’s Basilica—Venice’s golden crown. Inside this breathtaking masterpiece of Byzantine art, your professional guide will explain the meaning behind the shimmering gold mosaics, marble inlays, and richly decorated floors.

   You'll marvel at biblical scenes from the Old Testament as you stand beneath the glittering domes of the basilica’s atrium. Learn the history and unique details of this ancient spiritual center as the guide unveils the secrets of its creation. The tour ends at the museum, with the option to explore further at your own pace. It’s a hassle-free, non-overwhelming visit offering a perfect blend of art, faith, and Venetian splendor.

   1 Stunde•Eintritt inbegriffen

Treffpunkt

Please meet your guide in front of the wooden souvenir kiosk, just behind the Correr Museum in Piazza San Marco, next to the entrance to the post office.

Die Karte zeigt Venedig. Der genaue Treffpunkt ist die Adresse oben.Größere Karte öffnen

Abholung

• Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt

Gut zu wissen

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. All customers must be able to autonomously walk, climb and get off the steps.
• Photography is not allowed only inside the Cathedral.
• The tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of religious functions (in these cases it can be rearranged or refunded).
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
• Please wear clothes that cover your shoulders and are knee-length to access St Mark’s Basilica, otherwise you might not be allowed in.
• For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Basilica.
• The storage service is free of charge but please allow sufficient time to do so.
• This tour does not include entrance to the main sites and will completely take place outside (only external comments of the various sites will be provided)
• Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of two guests to run.
• Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled.
• Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund..
• There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, in the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
• Please note that the 09:00 AM tour includes the guided city walking tour. The Saint Marks Basilica guided tour will take place at 10:45 AM from the same meeting point. Make sure to return to the meeting location on time for the Saint Marks Basilica tour
• All customers must be able to autonomously walk, climb and get off the steps.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• The entrance tickets will be delivered by the guide or our representative at the meeting point prior to the start of the tour. Please follow the instructions to the meeting point as on the voucher. Please note that the 09:00 AM tour includes the guided city walking tour. The Saint Marks Basilica guided tour will take place at 10:45 AM from the same meeting point. Make sure to return to the meeting location on time for the Saint Marks Basilica tour

Stornierung und Erstattung

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Storniert und voll erstattet, wenn das Wetter es unsicher macht
• Storniert und voll erstattet, wenn zu wenige buchen