Explore Byzantine Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Gondola Ride

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   St. Mark's Square

   The tour starts with a historical introduction of St. Marks’s Square, and its architectural delights, allowing you to discover the history of the majestic St. Mark’s Basilica, the illustrious Doge’s Palace, once the seat of the power of the Republic of Venice, and the extraordinary, renaissance clock tower.

   10 minutes•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Campo Santa Maria Formosa

   Leaving the square, you will be guided into the residential Castello area, allowing you to discover this part of Venice in all of its elegance, through its labyrinth of narrow alleys - “calli”, many bridges, winding canals and wide picturesque squares - “campi”. You can expect to see campo Santa Maria Formosa, one of the largest squares in Venice with its church, named after its visitation of the Holy Virgin.

   30 minutes•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   Venice Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo

   You will also see Campo Santi Giovanni and Paolo where you will be able to admire the famous church, the resting place of several Doges

   and the equestrian monument of Bartolomeo Colleoni, an Italian mercenary Captain.

   30 minutes•Admission not included•See on map

4. 4

   Marco Polo's Home

   The former residence of Marco Polo, probably the most famous Venetian merchant, and the Malibran theatre are also part of the itinerary.

   20 minutes•Admission not included•See on map

5. 5

   St. Mark's Basilica

   You will then make your way back to the Saint Marks square, to then be accompanied to the Saint Mark's Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, and the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. Visit Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum and see the famous horses and admire Saint Mark's Square from the Basilica's terrace.

   1 hour•Admission included•See on map

6. 6

   The last appointment is at 3.00 pm with the gondola ride!

   Relax aboard this historic vessel, enjoying the thrills of both the Grand Canal and minor canals. Admire Venice from this amazing point of view, witness its magnificent architecture, and whilst gliding under its bridges, discover secret entrances to the elegant palaces and hidden corners. The gondola ride is not a guided tour.

   30 minutes•Admission included

Meeting point

15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension - 30124 (behind the Correr museum on the opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica). Look for the TURIVE assistant next to the post office San Marco. -> Walking tour + St Marks Basilica departure at 9.00 am -> Gondola ride departure at 3.00 pm

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Check-in is 15 minutes prior to booked tour start time
• This activity is not wheelchair accessible
• Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica
• Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica
• This tour operates rain or shine
• Shared gondola with max. 5 people per gondola
• 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:
• Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
• Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St. Mark’s Basilica.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• MEETING POINT: 15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension - 30124 next to the post office San Marco (opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica). Look for the TURIVE assistant next the post office. 09.00 am Walking tour of Venice (1 h 30 min) 10.45 am Saint Marks Basica tour (1 hour) 03.00 pm Gondola ride (30 min) PLEASE PRINT OR SHOW TWICE YOUR VOUCHER FOR BOTH TOURS! Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction. Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica • Check-in is 15 minutes prior to booked tour start time • This activity is not wheelchair accessible • Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica • Backpacks are not allowed Emergency Number: Office: +39 041 5239979 Mobile: +39 349 3054767 It is your responsibility to be at the meeting point punctually. Late arrivals, no shows, NO REFUND!

Cancellation and refunds

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.