Venice Private Tour: St Mark’s, Doge’s Palace & Hidden Gems

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   St. Mark's Square

   Your guide will give you a brief introduction to the history of Venice and of the Doge's Palace

   30 minutes•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Doge's Palace

   Enjoy a 2-hour (from 11.10am to 1.30pm) in-dept tour of the Doges Palace and visit the famous Prisons.

   1h 30m•Admission included•See on map

3. 3

   While standing in the courtyard as your guide will introduce you to the Doges Palace architecture and history, see and learn about the Giant Staircase leading up to the Palace and used for formal entrances.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

4. 4

   Bridge of Sighs

   Walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs connecting the Doge's Palace to the Prisons and learn why it was given this name.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

5. 5

   Learn about the Main entrance of the Doges Palace, the paper door that links the Doges Palace to St Mark's Basilica.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

6. 6

   St. Mark's Basilica

   We'll discuss the famous landmarks of St. Mark's square, you'll enjoy an in-depth tour of St. Mark's Basilica, to admire the astonishing interior covered in rich and lavish mosaics and you'll learn about the strong Byzantine influences on the city that helped Venice realize its own unique style of architecture.

   30 minutes•Admission included•See on map

7. 7

   La Fenice Opera House

   Marvel at Teatro La Fenice and delve into its fascinating legacy.

   10 minutes•Admission free•See on map

8. 8

   Bovolo Staircase

   Discover the hidden gem of Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo on a guided visit to its iconic spiral “snail” staircase. Hear the story of the Contarini family and the blend of Gothic and Renaissance design.

   10 minutes•Admission free•See on map

Meeting point

Entrance to the Royal Gardens, on the waterfront of St Mark's Square - You'll meet Avventure Bellissime tour coordinator outside the gardens, in front of the wrought iron Gate holding a sign with the name of the tour and Avventure Bellissime logo written on it.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• 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
• Large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside St Mark's Basilica
• At certain times it may not be possible to enter any of the visited churches due to religious functions taking place. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued
• 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.
• Small group Tour - maximum 14 - Min 5 people
• ID Cards and Passports of all participants are mandatory to enter inside the St. Mark's Basilica.
• 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.
• St. Mark’s Basilica tickets are priced at €12 per person
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• TOUR STARTS AT 9.00 AM AND ENDS AT 12.30 PM • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • A dress code is required to enter museums and places of worship, knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. This dress code is strictly enforced and you will be refused entry if you fail to comply with requirements • Please note, occasionally the Basilica will be closed to the public (without prior notice) because of festivities, religious functions or high water. No refunds will be issued as this is beyond tour operator's control. Guides will provide explanation from outside the Basilica. • ID Cards and Passports of all participants are mandatory to enter inside the St. Mark's Basilica. • St. Mark’s Basilica tickets are priced at €12 per person. • Please note: Avventure Bellissime opening hours are Mon to Sat 8.30am - 5.30pm April to mid October. Other months: 9am - 5pm Mon to Fri, 9am - 3pm Sat, public holidays closed. When the office is closed and in case of emergencies, you can contact the following number: +39 340 0502444 (from 7am until 9am and from 5:30pm until 8pm)

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.

• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book