St Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Skip the Line - Semi-Private
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on a 2.5-hour small-group guided tour of Venice’s most iconic landmarks: St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Basilica, where over 8,000 square meters of golden mosaics illuminate its breathtaking Byzantine interior. From the terrace, take in panoramic views of St. Mark’s Square, the former political and commercial heart of the Venetian Republic. Continue to the Doge’s Palace, the former seat of Venetian power. Walk through its lavish chambers, adorned with masterpieces by Tintoretto and Veronese. Climb the Golden Staircase and marvel at the Grand Council Chamber, where opulent paintings and remarkable architecture reflect Venice’s wealth and ambition. As you cross the Bridge of Sighs, hear tales of the rulers who shaped Venice’s destiny and reflect on the prisoners who glimpsed their city one last time before facing their fate.
Inclusions
What's included
- St Mark's Basilica entry ticket (€12)
- Semi-private guided walking tour (8 Guests Maximum)
- Professional Tour Guide
What's not
- Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Tour does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
Begin your tour at the breathtaking St Mark’s square, one of the world’s most iconic outdoor locations and take in views of St Mark’s bell tower (exterior).
Enter the stunning St Mark’s Basilica and marvel at the dazzling golden mosaics and incricate marble carvings. Explore St. Mark’s Basilica and be mesmerized by golden mosaics and Renaissance masterpieces.
Experience the incredible architecture and renaissance masterpieces of the Doge’s Palace. Wander through the opulent Doge’s Palace, gaining insights into Venice's past.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- At the corner of the covered gallery/arcade by the st mark’s bell tower (outside).
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- Babylon Tours Venice
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
How it compares in Venice
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 1991 experiences we list in Venice.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 219 of 1991.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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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