Venice In a Day St Mark's Doges Palace Gondola Ride and City Tour
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Private Tour of St Mark's Basilica and Doge Palace in Venice
5(32 reviews)Venice, Italy
3hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
This private tour includes visits to St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace in Venice. Travelers will have skip-the-line access to both sites. The tour features a walk through the Doge's Palace, where you will see grand halls with works by Tintoretto and cross the Bridge of Sighs to view the prison cells. At St. Mark's Basilica, you will explore its 99,000 square feet of golden mosaics and learn about the history of St. Mark's relics. An expert guide will lead the tour, providing insights into the history of these significant landmarks. This experience is suitable for those interested in Venetian history and art. It is a private tour, so group sizes are limited to ensure a personal experience.
Itinerary
1
Piazza San Marco
Your private tour starts with a brief introduction from your guide about Venice and its maritime past. In this lively square, your guide will set the scene for what you are about to see on your tour.
2
Palazzo Ducale
Enter the Doge’s Palace with pre-reserved access and explore the opulent halls where the doge and his council ruled the Venetian Republic. Discover stunning artworks by Tintoretto and Veronese and learn how this grand building once served as the center of government and justice.
3
Basilica di San Marco
Skip the long lines and step into Venice’s most famous church. Gaze up at its golden mosaics, hear the story of how St. Mark’s relics were smuggled into the city, and admire the glittering Pala d’Oro, one of the world’s most beautiful altarpieces. You'll also enjoy the rare opportunity to step onto the basilica's balcony for a privileged view of St. Mark's Square.
What's included / not included
Local English-speaking guideBell Tower in St. Mark's Square (exterior)New PrisonsMarciana Library (exterior)Exclusive access to the balcony of St. Mark's BasilicaPre-reserved ticket to the Doge's PalaceSkip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (St. Mark's Basilica + Museum 24€)Bridge of SighsSt. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
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Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
- Due to the religious nature of St. Mark's Basilica, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering St. Mark's. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
- Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and/or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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