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

4.6 from 1,408 Viator reviews3 hours 10 minutesViator
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Venice: St.Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Tickets is a history and culture tour in Marghera Venezia, booked through Viator. It takes 3 hours 10 minutes. From $113. Starts 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

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About this excursion

Experience Venice on an exclusive small group guided tour, designed for a more personalized and enriching adventure.

Skip the lines with pre-reserved tickets and maximize your precious vacation time as you uncover the city's most iconic landmarks, including the breathtaking St. Mark’s Basilica and the legendary Doge’s Palace — all in just three unforgettable hours.

Let an expert local guide bring the city’s history, art, and hidden gems to life with insider stories you won’t find in any guidebook. Walk away with a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to make the most of your journey through this one-of-a-kind Italian treasure.

What’s included in this excursion

Included
  • Expert local guide with insider's knowledge
  • 3-hour walking tour at a relaxed pace
  • Tickets for the Correr Museum
  • Admission to National Archeological Museum and Biblioteca Marciana
  • Pre-reserved tickets for Doge's Palace
  • Small group tour for a more personalized experience
  • Pre-reserved tickets for St. Mark's basilica
Not included
  • Guided Tour of Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana
  • Transportation to/from the meeting point

Know before you go

Health & fitness

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What to bring

  • Basilica is a holy place, both men and women must wear clothing that covers the belly, shoulders and knees.
  • Do not bring large bags or luggage. These items are not allowed, and there is no place to leave them, so you will be denied entry.

Other

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Acqua Alta (high tide) in Venice can cause delays in entering the Basilica.
  • Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, 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.
  • Religious authorities may decide to suspend skip-the-line priority because of the high number of visitors.
  • We are only allowed to stay inside the Basilica for 20 minutes.
  • In case of denied access, you will be provided with entrance tickets to visit the Basilica on your own at the assigned time.
  • If you take the 2:00 PM tour, the Correr Museum will be closed before your tour finishes. Therefore, you will have Correr tickets for the next day
  • Please note that carrying any type of weapon or sharp objects, such as a knife, is not allowed for this tour.
  • Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
  • Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
  • Direct ticket costs for the included attractions are as follows: Doge’s Palace (€27.00) and St. Mark’s Basilica (€12.00).
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

Where this excursion starts

The meeting point is on your booking confirmation from Viator.

When it runs

Runs every day. Starts 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm.

Schedule checked Oct 28
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