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Skip-the-Line St. Mark’s Basilica: Guided Tour in Venice

3.9(334 reviews)Venice, Italy
1hDurationGerman, English, French, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Explore St. Mark’s Basilica, a significant example of Byzantine art located in Venice. During this one-hour guided tour, an official guide will share insights about St Mark's Square and lead you through the Golden Basilica, which served as the private chapel of the Doge of Venice. The tour includes observations of the intricate golden mosaics and marble inlay flooring. It is suitable for those interested in history and art. The experience ends outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square. Be aware that this tour does not include entry to other attractions.

Itinerary

1

Piazza San Marco

An official guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptuous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring.

2

Basilica di San Marco

During the tour you will be able to absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica. Visit Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum and see the famous horses and admire Saint Mark's Square from the Basilica's terrace. The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.

What's included / not included

The tickets for the Basilica allow you to visit (within 6 months) the following sites:S.Luca, S. Maria del Giglio, S. Maria del Rosario vulgo Gesuati, S. Maria FormosaSkip the line entrance and guided tour to the Saint Marks BasilicaPinacoteca Manfrediniana, Madonna dell'orto - S. Alvise, S. Andrea de la Zirada, S. AntoninS. Giovanni in Bragora, S. Marcuola, S. Maria dei Miracoli, S. Maria del Carmelo vulgo CarminiLive tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish or GermanPre-reserved tickets for St. Mark's Basilica (€12)Santuario di Lucia - SS. Redentore, The Human Safety NetS. Simeon Piccolo, S. Sofia, S. Stae, S. Stefano, S. TrovasoPersonal audio system and headset for tour commentaryProfessional local guideS. Beneto, S. Fantin, S. Felice, S. Giacomo dell’Orio, S. Giobbe, S. Giovanni elemosinarioS. Martino di Castello, S. Marziale, S. Pietro di Castello, S. Polo, S. Samuele, S. SebastianoBasilica di Santa Maria Assunta (Torcello), Sacrestia della Basilica della Salute
Food and drinksHotel pick up and drop offEntrance feesMuseum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Check-in is 15 minutes before the tour start time
  • Backpacks and large bags are not allowed inside the church
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St. Mark’s Basilica.

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