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A group of people standing in front of the Basilica di San Marco. 1
A grand interior with golden domes, intricate mosaics, and statues. 2
A historic building with ornate arches and columns, a spacious plaza, and a sunset in the background. 3
EXTENDED: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour 4
A grand staircase leading to a palatial building with ornate columns and statues. 5

The Pearls of St. Mark’s Square: Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour

By Venice Tours S.r.l
Price is RM 496 per adult
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Features

  • 3h
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Overview

  • Explore the imposing Doge’s Palace
  • Be amazed by the intricate details of the Golden Staircase
  • Explore the Royal Palace in St. Mark’s Square
  • Admire the stunning Basilica golden mosaics
  • An unforgettable experience not to be missed

Activity location

  • Piazza San Marco
    • Piazza San Marco
    • 30124, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Calle de le Rasse 4536, Venice Tours Office
    • calle de le rasse 4536
    • 30100, venezia, Venezia, Italy

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EXTENDED: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
RM 495.70 x 1 AdultRM 495.70
Total
Price is RM 495.70

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shared guided tour of the St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip-the-line tickets to Doge’s Palace
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional English speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Access to the Bridge of Sighs
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Access to Doge’s Palace Prisons
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip the line ticket to visit by yourself the Museo Correr, Biblioteca Marciana
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip the line ticket to visit by yourself the National Archeological Museum
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guided tour of Royal Palace, Marciana Library, and National Archeological Museum
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Access to St. Mark’s Basilica Terrace and Museum
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Access to Pala d’Oro
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • The official St. Mark’s Basilica ticket price is 12.00 euros per person (standard) or 24.00 euros with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery and sales costs.
  • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
  • Royal Palace (Correr Museum) ticket is included and can be used on the same day of the Doge's Palace guided tour or on the following day.
  • The Marciana Library is closed on Sundays.
  • For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica (For Doge’s Palace a free deposit is available inside the building)
  • For the visit to the basilica, clothing appropriate to the place of worship is required (NO bare legs and shoulders)
  • On some high turnout days or for reasons of force majeure (e.g. high tide or security problems) the waiting time for access to St Mark's Basilica may be longer than expected: in this case, please get in line and respect the instructions provided by the guide
  • The tour is not PRIVATE but it's shared with other partecipants
  • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility

What you can expect

Explore one of the world’s most majestic cathedrals and the imposing Doge’s Palace, both located in the heart of Venice, in St. Mark’s Square. Our expert guides will take you through the unique Byzantine art of the Basilica and reveal the fascinating history hidden within the walls of the Doge’s Palace.

You will have the opportunity to admire the stunning golden mosaics and intricate marble inlays on the Basilica’s floors, while our guide explains the biblical scenes depicted, the history, and the special features of this ancient church.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Doge’s Palace, which for centuries served as the center of political power in Venice. In its grand rooms, the Doge and his Council shaped the fate of the Venetian Republic, with a history that spans thousands of years.

Be amazed by the intricate details of the Golden Staircase and scenes portrayed. Your guide will then lead you to the Bridge of Sighs, a passageway that connects the palace to the prison cells.

Finally, explore the Royal Palace in St. Mark’s Square at your own pace. Here, you will discover what life was like in historic Venice, with highlights including the Empress Sissi Rooms and the Napoleon Dance Hall.

An unforgettable experience not to be missed!

Location

Activity location

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    Piazza San Marco
    • Piazza San Marco
    • 30124, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Calle de le Rasse 4536, Venice Tours Office
    • calle de le rasse 4536
    • 30100, venezia, Venezia, Italy