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Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Ticket

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Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Ticket
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Top rated
4.692511 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.692511 out of 5 stars
3405 reviews

Join an exclusive guided tour in Venice to explore St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace with pre-reserved tickets. Save valuable vacation time and enjoy a seamless experience.

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Duration 3 hours
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Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide
English, German

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Tammy – Canada

The tour was fantastic and so was our guide. She was passionate and incredibly knowledgeable and kept us engaged! We would highly recommend the tour & our guide! Thank you, thank you, thank you! 🇨🇦🇨🇦

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Alexandra – Romania

Sandra is such a lovely person, we are glad we met her! ❤️ She has so many interesting stories to tell and she encouraged us to ask anything. Venice is beautiful, but after hearing its history and seeing it through Sandra’s eyes, Venice is even more amazing!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    2 starting location options:

    P.za San Marco, 3, Colonna di San Marco

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    Piazza San Marco

    Guided tour, Walk (30 minutes)

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    Saint Mark's Basilica

    Visit, Guided tour (30 minutes)

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    Doge's Palace

    Visit, Guided tour (2 hours)

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    Bridge of Sighs

    Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

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    Correr Museum

    Self-guided tour (30 minutes)

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    Venice National Archaeological Museum

    Self-guided tour (30 minutes)

  • Finish at:

    Doge's Palace

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Choose a small group or private tour for a more personalized experience
  • Enjoy pre-reserved tickets to make the most of your valuable time in Venice
  • Join a 3-hour tour in Venice to see the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
  • Explore Venice and get insider knowledge on major monuments with a local guide
  • Leave your tour and guide with enough knowledge to be independent in Venice

Full description

Discover the essence of Venice on an intimate guided tour, exploring two of the city's most iconic sites: the Basilica of St. Mark and the Doge's Palace. With skip-the-line tickets included, you'll bypass the queues and immerse yourself in the grandeur of these Venetian marvels under the expert guidance of your knowledgeable host.

Begin your journey at St. Mark's Square, where you'll be captivated by the historic Clock Tower and the majestic Marble Lions. Delve into Venice's rich history as your guide shares fascinating tales of the city's past. Then, step inside the renowned Basilica of St. Mark with exclusive access, marveling at its shimmering golden mosaics and lavish décor while uncovering its significance as a symbol of Venetian prestige and prosperity.

Continue exploring the magnificent Doge's Palace, a splendid example of Gothic architecture and once the seat of Venetian governance. Gain insight into the lives of the Venetian Doges and the masterful craftsmen behind the palace's intricate design.

As you wander through this architectural gem, soak in panoramic views of the lagoon and hear captivating stories, including the legendary exploits of Casanova and the poignant tale of the Bridge of Sighs and the adjoining Old and New Prisons.

After the tour, extend your Venetian odyssey with complimentary access to the Correr Museum, National Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana, where you can further immerse yourself in Venice's rich heritage and culture.

Includes

  • Small group or private tour for 3 hours for a personalized experience
  • Pre-reserved priority tickets for the Doge's Palace
  • Pre-reserved priority tickets for the Basilica of St. Mark
  • Professional guide for local expertise
  • Headsets to hear the guide better
  • Pre-reserved tickets for Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana
  • Transportation to the meeting point
  • Guided tour of the Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana

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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Important information

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.
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4.7 /5

based on 3405 reviews

Review summary

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  • Value for money
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Tammy – CanadaJune 8, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour was fantastic and so was our guide. She was passionate and incredibly knowledgeable and kept us engaged! We would highly recommend the tour & our guide! Thank you, thank you, thank you! 🇨🇦🇨🇦
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Alexandra – RomaniaJune 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Sandra is such a lovely person, we are glad we met her! ❤️ She has so many interesting stories to tell and she encouraged us to ask anything. Venice is beautiful, but after hearing its history and seeing it through Sandra’s eyes, Venice is even more amazing!
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S Latrelle – United StatesJune 6, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide was great, but there were to many people on the tour, we kept getting separated and missing what she was talking about.

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