Legendary Venice: Doge's Palace, St Mark's & VIP Terrace Access
Legendary Venice: Doge's Palace, St Mark's & VIP Terrace Access
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Venice In a Day St Mark's Doges Palace Gondola Ride and City Tour
4.8(4794 reviews)Venice, ItalyRef. viator-15693P31
5hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupModerateLevel
About this experience
Experience a full-day tour in Venice that includes visits to key attractions. You will walk across the Rialto Bridge and visit the Rialto fish market, followed by a gondola ride on the Grand Canal. The tour provides access to St. Mark’s Basilica to view its gold mosaics and includes skip-the-line entry to the Doge’s Palace. The 8:30am tour accommodates up to 20 participants and features a lunch break on your own, while the 8:15am option has a maximum group size of 25 and does not include a lunch break, lasting 4 hours. An alternative Venice Express Half Day Option is available for those short on time, offering a 4-hour guided tour covering St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
Itinerary
1
Ponte di Rialto
Your tour starts at ground level with a guided walking tour of the city's most famous and most interesting sights. See the Rialto Bridge and learn about Venice's food culture at the Rialto Fish Market. Along the way hear tales of famous Venetians like Marco Polo as well as how Venice came to be—and how it survived against the odds. (1 hour if Express option selected)
2
Casa di Marco Polo
Sightseeing & Photo Stop
3
Canal Grande
As your walking tour ends, take a gondola ride and cruise along the Grand Canal and into the quieter back canals of the city with a maximum of 5 people per vessel. Note: The gondola ride is not included in the Express option.
4
San Marco
Pause for a break. While it's not included in the tour, your guide will share plenty of great recommendations on where to grab a coffee and a snack. Note: No break will be provided if 8:15am Venice In a Day option or Express option selected.
5
Basilica di San Marco
After a short break for a snack on your own, reconvene at St. Mark's Square. Your tour includes pre-reserved skip-the-line tickets to enter St. Mark's Basilica to explore its stunning history, architecture, and art with your guide. Get up close to the beautiful gold mosaics with special first-floor access.
6
Palazzo Ducale
Then it's on to Venice's other top sight—the Doge's Palace. Skip the line with pre-reserved tickets and enjoy the benefit of having an expert local guide as you navigate council rooms, audience halls, and masterpieces by Veronese and Tintoretto.
7
Bridge Of Sighs
Sightseeing & Photo Stop
What's included / not included
Rialto Fish MarketGondola Ride (Venice Express Half Day Option excluded)Local English-speaking guidePre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25€)New PrisonsRialto BridgeGuided Walk of the back streets of VeniceSkip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (12€)Bridge of SighsHouse of Marco Polo ( exterior)
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-OffGratuities
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Good to know
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
- In case of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather (heavy rain, strong wind, high tide) conditions that prevent the gondola ride from taking place or any operational or safety reasons beyond our control it may be substituted for another experience, but no refund will be provided.
- Due to the religious nature of sites on this tour, all individuals (regardless of gender) must cover their shoulders and knees. It is acceptable to bring extra coverings to put on just before entering a holy site. Walks cannot be responsible for anyone denied entry.
- All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.
- Venice Express Option: Gondola is not included.
- Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
- 8:30am tour is limited to 20 people and includes a lunch break on your own, while the 8:15am tour does not include a lunch break (shorter duration of 4 hours) and a maximum of 25 people in your group.
- St. Mark’s Basilica can be subject to closures due to particular liturgical celebrations, especially during major religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas. In the event that the Basilica is closed, explanations will be provided from the outside.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
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