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Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica with Terrace Access Tour

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Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica with Terrace Access Tour

Activity provider:Bucintoro Viaggi
4.7  / 5
6494 reviews
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From US$ 89.52 per person

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Visit St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace on a group or private guided tour. See the Bridge of Sighs and New Prisons and, if the basilica is closed, the San Zaccaria Church or the Correr Museum.

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Duration 3 hours
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French, Italian, German, Spanish, English
Private or small groups available

Experience

Highlights
  • Immerse yourself in the history of the Floating City with the help of your expert local guide
  • Miss the hordes with priority entrance for the Doge’s Palace
  • Choose from a private or shared group experience
  • See Venice’s Lagoon from the usually off-limits terrace at St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Hear anecdotes about how and why Venice was built on a lagoon in the 5th century and other fascinating facts
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Delve deep into Venice’s history with a 3-hour guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge's Palace, either as a private tour or shared group experience. Take in two of the city’s most important landmarks while discovering the history of the one-time mercantile capital of the Mediterranean.  Start by exploring St. Mark's Square with your guide before heading into the cathedral. From the first-floor terrace you’ll be able to admire views across the lagoon and see the famous bronze horses up close. Hear how they traveled all the way to Paris and back in Napoleon’s time.

St. Mark's Basilica sometimes closes to visitors without warning. If this happens, visit the Church of San Zaccaria or the Correr Museum instead, depending on availability. Take a tour of the beautifully ornate 15th-century church and its flooded crypt or learn about the art and history of Venice. Next, you’ll use the priority entrance to reach Doge's Palace, formerly the residence of the leader of the Republic of Venice. Enjoy visiting the Chamber of the Great Council and courtrooms among other things. Highlights include frescoes by Tintoretto and the Giants’ Staircase.  After this, cross the infamous Bridge of Sighs that links to the New Prisons. Learn how the bridge got its name and the purpose for its construction in the 17th century as you take in the amazing views of the canals. At the end of your tour, feel free to stay and explore the Doge’s Palace with tips from your guide.

Includes
  • Guided tour with expert guide
  • Priority entrance to the Doge's Palace
  • St. Mark's Basilica first floor and terrace access ticket
  • Church of San Zaccaria and its crypt entry or Correr Museum entry (if St. Mark's Basilica is closed)
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  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

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  • Luggage or large bags
  • Backpacks

Know before you go

  • People with mobility impairments should be aware that the stairs to the upper part of the Basilica (Museum and Terrace) are steep and at times uneven
  • Shared group and private options do not always offer the same languages. Please check all languages of interest to find your preferred option type
  • St. Mark's Basilica is sometimes closed to visitors at short notice. If this is the case, you will visit the 15th-century Church of San Zaccaria and its crypt or the Correr Museum to learn about the art and history of Venice
  • You are welcome to explore the Doge's Palace at leisure after the guided tour
  • The Doge's Palace is asking visitors over 13 years old to show their passport/ID
  • As St. Mark’s Basilica is a holy place, people are asked to wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees
  • Backpacks or large bags are not allowed inside St. Mark's Basilica
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4.7 /5

based on 6494 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Service
    4.8/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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Our guide Josephina (Josie) was very knowledgeable, very funny & entertaining. Looking at the long line of people waiting to enter, it was definitely worth paying for the tour plus Josie made the tour more personal & it was great to be able to ask questions.

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September 8, 2023

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Trish – AustraliaVerified booking

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Excellent tour guide named Ifi. She was pleasant, had a los Venice knowledge and history and was friendly and concerned about her clients. A very pleasant experience.I would repeat it. Her explanations gave some context to a visit that would have been far less involving without her input.

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September 5, 2023

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Michael – United StatesVerified booking

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Our guide Francesca had excellent insights on ancient Venetian history and architecture. The is is a comprehensive tour of the Basilica and Doge’s palace, with plenty of opportunities for pictures and for absorbing their history over the centuries. Our guide brought her archeology background to give us a fresh perspective on Venice. Recommended!

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