Join an exclusive guided tour in Venice to see its two major highlights. Visit the Basilica of St. Mark and the Doge’s Palace with pre-reserved entry tickets.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the line through a separate entrance
- Live tour guide
- English
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
The history of the Doges and the elaborate ornate decorations!! Guide spoke fast and sometimes hard to follow. She was very nice and knowledgeable!!
Our tour guide and tour were exceptional! Learned so much about Venice and its history! Absolutely loved St. Mark’s and the Doge!
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Meeting point
Meet at Saint Mark’s Square near the waterfront by the two large columns. Your guide will be under the one with the winged lion on top. Your guide will have a signboard that says, “Walks In Europe.”
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Not allowed
- Shorts
- Weapons or sharp objects
- Luggage or large bags
- Short skirts
- Sleeveless shirts
- Backpacks
Know before you go
- The Basilica is a holy place, both men and women must wear clothing that covers the belly, shoulders, and knees.
- In case the Basilica is closed for religious occasions, entry tickets to visit the Basilica will be provided.
- If you take the 2:00 PM tour, the Correr Museum will be closed before your tour finishes. Therefore, you will have to use Correr tickets the next day.
- Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
- Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides (Acqua Alta), and flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, you will be contacted before your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.