Venice: Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica Guided Tour

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   St. Mark's Square

   Admire Saint Mark's Square and all the buildings and monument around it.

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

2. 2

   St. Mark's Basilica

   The guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica offers an unforgettable journey through one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will admire the Basilica’s extraordinary golden mosaics, rich Byzantine architecture, and centuries of history and art.

   1 hour•Admission included•See on map

3. 3

   Doge's Palace

   Accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore the palace’s most famous areas, including the inner courtyard, the magnificent institutional halls decorated by artists such as Tintoretto and Veronese, the Doge’s Apartments, and the impressive Hall of the Great Council. You will also cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and visit the ancient prisons, while discovering fascinating stories and insights into the history of the Venetian Republic.

   1h 15m•Admission included•See on map

Meeting point

Meet our staff at Campo San Zaccaria, in front of the shop opposite to the Church.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• For security reasons, large backpacks and bags are not allowed inside the Basilica
• No refund will be given for no shows or late comers.
• Wheelchair partially accessible, due to structural reasons some areas of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica are not accessible, so the tour may be limited. If assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer.
• The tour will be provided rain or shine, though may be cancelled if tides are exceptionally high. In this case we'll provide a full refund
• Please be aware that on certain dates, registration and payment of an access contribution will be necessary to visit the city of Venice. We encourage you to check all the information and procedures for registration or payment on the dedicated website of Comune di Venezia.
• 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
• Basilica entry is €12. Museum or Pala d’Oro €24, both €36. Doge’s Palace €35. Remaining value covers operational costs, hosting services, app content, and licensed guides with audio systems.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• • Remember to bring with you Passport or ID card that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before tour start time. • 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 • Please note that no refund will be accepted for no shows or late arrivals. The tour will take place also with rain, in the event of exceptional high tide it might be cancelled and refund will be provided. • Please note that due to safety measures, lines to access the Doge's Palace might be expected also for skip-the line accesses. It is still a privileged access but all visitors are requested to go through safety checks.

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.