Doge’s Palace & Optional St. Mark’s Basilica Fast Access Tour
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 72h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover a guided tour through Venice's iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the city's rich history and culture. Begin at the Doge's Palace, the heart of Venetian authority, then cross the historic Bridge of Sighs. Explore the magnificent Basilica of San Marco with its breathtaking 9th-century mosaics. Finally, uncover the secrets of Murano glassmaking at a historic factory near St. Mark's Square.
Inclusions
What's included
- Skip-the-line Tickets for Doge Palace
- Glass Factory Demonstration
- Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people)
- Tour Guide
- Skip-the-line Tickets for St.Mark's Basilica (If option with Basilica it's selected)
What's not
- Access to Pala d'Oro, St. Mark's Museum, Terrace
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
Itinerary
The Doge's Palace serves as the official residence of the Governor of the Venetian Republic. To truly immerse yourself in the rich history of Venice, a visit to the Doge's Palace is indispensable. This architectural gem, showcasing the pinnacle of Gothic design, boasts elements dating back to the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, seamlessly blending with the majestic Basilica of San Marco. Guided tours offer access to key highlights including the enchanting Courtyard, the opulent Golden Staircase, the awe-inspiring Staircase of the Giants, and the prestigious Sala del Consiglio Maggiore. Within the Sala, visitors can marvel at masterpieces by renowned artists such as Tintoretto, Veronesi, and Titian, further enriching the cultural experience of this magnificent palace.
Cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs, where prisoners once lamented their fate and learn a little bit more about their history
St. Mark's Basilica with an skip the line access is a stunning cathedral located in Venice, Italy. It's famous for its exquisite Byzantine architecture, intricate mosaics, and ornate design. Built in the 11th century, it's one of the city's most iconic landmarks, attracting visitors from around the world.
To conclude your tour, experience the ancient art of Murano glass blowing with a captivating demonstration, offering a glimpse into this traditional Venetian craft in and old factory near Saint Mark Square
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your host under the blue Clock Tower at the corner of St. Mark's Basilica, next to Bar Americano. The host will be holding a blue flag
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Tickets
- Tickets are redeemed at a different location from the meeting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Italy Wonders SRLS
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visits inside Saint Mark's Basilica are limited to a maximum of 15–20 minutes, as determined by Basilica authorities.
- Please note the importance of arriving on time, as each attraction operates on a strict schedule. Delays could result in missing your tour, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
- As Saint Mark's Basilica is a religious site, all visitors are required to wear appropriate attire. Both men and women must ensure that their shoulders and knees are covered.
- To ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation, please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code.
- During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
- Basilica tickets are priced at €12 per person. Doge's Palace tickets are priced at €30 per adult. All additional charges are considered administrative costs
How it compares in Venice
- Its from-price is 65% below the median of the 1991 experiences we list in Venice.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 243 of 1991.
About Venice
Venice floats on a lagoon of more than a hundred islands, a city of canals, palaces and bridges with no cars, where every walk ends somewhere unexpected.
The Grand Canal sweeps through the city in a great reversed S, lined with palaces and crossed by the Rialto Bridge. Near its mouth, Piazza San Marco gathers St Mark's Basilica with its golden mosaics, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the tall brick campanile. Water buses and gondolas show the city from the angle it was built to be seen.
Top-ranked sights in Venice: St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco), St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco), Grand Canal.
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