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St. Mark's Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Mosaic detail inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, showcasing intricate religious artwork.
View from the Basilica Terraces, Venice
Tourists outside St Mark's Basilica - Plan your visit
Details of the St. Mark's Basilica
Tour guide with tourists at St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, skip-the-line tickets.
St. Mark's Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Mosaic detail inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, showcasing intricate religious artwork.
View from the Basilica Terraces, Venice
Tourists outside St Mark's Basilica - Plan your visit
Details of the St. Mark's Basilica
Tour guide with tourists at St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, skip-the-line tickets.
St. Mark's Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Mosaic detail inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, showcasing intricate religious artwork.
View from the Basilica Terraces, Venice
Guided Tours
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St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour with Museum

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40 min. - 1 hr.

Enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica and explore this architectural gem on a guided tour.

  • Explore the vibrant Piazza San Marco, the most famous square in Venice, as your expert guide tells you about its history and surrounding landmarks.
  • Bypass long queues to access St. Mark’s Basilica and admire its stunning mosaics, intricate marble floors, and grand architecture on a 1-hour guided tour.
  • Visit the San Marco Museum as your English-speaking guide enthralls you with the basilica’s fascinating history, art, and symbolism.

Enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica and explore this architectural gem on a guided tour.

  • Explore the vibrant Piazza San Marco, the most famous square in Venice, as your expert guide tells you about its history and surrounding landmarks.
  • Bypass long queues to access St. Mark’s Basilica and admire its stunning mosaics, intricate marble floors, and grand architecture on a 1-hour guided tour.
  • Visit the San Marco Museum as your English-speaking guide enthralls you with the basilica’s fascinating history, art, and symbolism.

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Guided tour of Piazza San Marco and St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Guided tour of the San Marco Museum
  • Radio and headphones for groups of more than 6 people for clear audio

Exclusions

  • Access to Pala d’Oro
  • Access to Loggia dei Cavalli Terrace
  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • Your tickets guarantee fast-track access but there might be a short wait at security.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Tour guide leading a group at St. Mark's Basilica with a gondola ride in Venice, Italy
St. Mark’s Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Tourists exploring the intricate mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line tickets and audioguide in Venice, Italy
St. Mark’s Bell Tower in Venice with view of The Belfry against a clear sky.
View from St. Mark's Bell Tower overlooking Venice's historic cityscape and canals.
Bells of Mark’s Bell Tower in Venice, Italy, showcasing intricate metalwork and historical architecture.
Couple in front of St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, with ornate facade and detailed mosaics.
Tourists admiring St. Mark's Basilica architecture with skip-the-line tickets in Venice, Italy.
Tourists exploring the intricate interior of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice with skip-the-line tickets and audioguides
Tour guide leading a group at St. Mark's Basilica with a gondola ride in Venice, Italy
St. Mark’s Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Tourists exploring the intricate mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line tickets and audioguide in Venice, Italy
St. Mark’s Bell Tower in Venice with view of The Belfry against a clear sky.
View from St. Mark's Bell Tower overlooking Venice's historic cityscape and canals.
Bells of Mark’s Bell Tower in Venice, Italy, showcasing intricate metalwork and historical architecture.
Couple in front of St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, with ornate facade and detailed mosaics.
Tourists admiring St. Mark's Basilica architecture with skip-the-line tickets in Venice, Italy.
Tourists exploring the intricate interior of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice with skip-the-line tickets and audioguides
Tour guide leading a group at St. Mark's Basilica with a gondola ride in Venice, Italy
St. Mark’s Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Tourists exploring the intricate mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line tickets and audioguide in Venice, Italy
St. Mark’s Bell Tower in Venice with view of The Belfry against a clear sky.
View from St. Mark's Bell Tower overlooking Venice's historic cityscape and canals.
Bells of Mark’s Bell Tower in Venice, Italy, showcasing intricate metalwork and historical architecture.
Couple in front of St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, with ornate facade and detailed mosaics.
Tourists admiring St. Mark's Basilica architecture with skip-the-line tickets in Venice, Italy.
Tourists exploring the intricate interior of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice with skip-the-line tickets and audioguides
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Venice Pass Skip-the-Line St. Mark's Basilica & Bell Tower

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€42
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Flexible duration

Skip long queues to explore St. Mark's Basilica & the Bell Tower with the Venice Pass.

  • Buy a Venice Pass and bypass long lines to visit the iconic St. Mark’s Basilica and the Bell Tower.
  • The pass also gives you priority access to the elevator that will take you to the top of the Bell Tower, which offers gorgeous city views.

Skip long queues to explore St. Mark's Basilica & the Bell Tower with the Venice Pass.

  • Buy a Venice Pass and bypass long lines to visit the iconic St. Mark’s Basilica and the Bell Tower.
  • The pass also gives you priority access to the elevator that will take you to the top of the Bell Tower, which offers gorgeous city views.

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Fast-track access to the elevator for the Bell Tower

Exclusions

  • Local guide
  • Hotel transfers and transportation
  • Meals
  • This is a self-guided tour.
  • Your tickets guarantee skip-the-line entry but there might be a short wait at security.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
St. Mark's Basilica facade in Venice, part of the skip-the-line guided tour with Doge’s Palace.
A female guide giving directions to a tourist in front of St. Mark’s Basilica
Doge's Palace in Venice with gondola on canal in foreground.
Aerial view of St. Mark's Square and Royal Palace Museum in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace exterior with tourists on a guided tour in Venice, Italy.
Courtyard of Doge's Palace in Venice with tourists exploring the historic architecture.
St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace in Venice with tourists on a guided skip-the-line tour.
St Mark's Basilica interior with ornate mosaics and arches, Venice, Italy.
View of Venice canals and rooftops from Doge's Palace balcony, Italy.
St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace in Venice with tourists on a guided skip-the-line tour.
St. Mark's Basilica facade in Venice, part of the skip-the-line guided tour with Doge’s Palace.
A female guide giving directions to a tourist in front of St. Mark’s Basilica
Doge's Palace in Venice with gondola on canal in foreground.
Aerial view of St. Mark's Square and Royal Palace Museum in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace exterior with tourists on a guided tour in Venice, Italy.
Courtyard of Doge's Palace in Venice with tourists exploring the historic architecture.
St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace in Venice with tourists on a guided skip-the-line tour.
St Mark's Basilica interior with ornate mosaics and arches, Venice, Italy.
View of Venice canals and rooftops from Doge's Palace balcony, Italy.
St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace in Venice with tourists on a guided skip-the-line tour.
St. Mark's Basilica facade in Venice, part of the skip-the-line guided tour with Doge’s Palace.
A female guide giving directions to a tourist in front of St. Mark’s Basilica
Doge's Palace in Venice with gondola on canal in foreground.
Aerial view of St. Mark's Square and Royal Palace Museum in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace exterior with tourists on a guided tour in Venice, Italy.
Courtyard of Doge's Palace in Venice with tourists exploring the historic architecture.
St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace in Venice with tourists on a guided skip-the-line tour.
St Mark's Basilica interior with ornate mosaics and arches, Venice, Italy.
View of Venice canals and rooftops from Doge's Palace balcony, Italy.
St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace in Venice with tourists on a guided skip-the-line tour.
Guided Tours
4.3(2,561)

Venice Icons: St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

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€75.90
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1 hr. 30 min. - 3 hr.
  • Walk through the most legendary Venetian neighborhoods and tour St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, all with an expert guide.
  • Don't waste time in queues and discover biblical sculptures and geometric marble inlays within the 5-domed basilica of St. Mark.
  • Understand the political relevance of the Doge's Palace as you admire artworks like Federico Zuccari's Barbarossa kisses the Pope's foot in lavish rooms like the Great Council Chamber.
  • Enjoy dedicated attention in your preferred language – choose between an English, Italian, German, Spanish or French-speaking guide.
  • Your exploration doesn't just stop there! This ticket also gives you access to treasures of the Biblioteca Marciana and the Archaeological Museum.
  • Walk through the most legendary Venetian neighborhoods and tour St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, all with an expert guide.
  • Don't waste time in queues and discover biblical sculptures and geometric marble inlays within the 5-domed basilica of St. Mark.
  • Understand the political relevance of the Doge's Palace as you admire artworks like Federico Zuccari's Barbarossa kisses the Pope's foot in lavish rooms like the Great Council Chamber.
  • Enjoy dedicated attention in your preferred language – choose between an English, Italian, German, Spanish or French-speaking guide.
  • Your exploration doesn't just stop there! This ticket also gives you access to treasures of the Biblioteca Marciana and the Archaeological Museum.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry
  • Expert English, Italian, German, Spanish, or French-speaking guide
  • Headsets for groups of 10+ people

Access to:

  • Correr Museum
  • Marciana Library
  • National Archeological Museum
  • Access to the Pala d'Oro (as per option selected)

Exclusions

  • Access to the Old Prisons of Piombi and Pozzi
  • Both venues are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

St. Mark's Basilica

  • Tip: Try spotting designs of foxes, peacocks, doves, roosters and rhinoceros in the marble inlays while you’re walking around St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.
  • Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
  • A ramp is available at the Porta del Fiori (Door of Flowers) entrance on the left-hand side of the basilica.
  • The Museum on the upper floor of the basilica is served by both a lift and stair lifts.

Doge's Palace

  • Tip: Keep an eye out for the statues of Poseidon and Mars at the Staircase of the Giants in Doge's Palace.
  • Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue.
  • Please note that the Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armory are not wheelchair accessible.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Gondola on Canal Grande with Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
St Mark's Basilica exterior with gondola on Venice canal.
Gondola gliding through Venice canal with view of St. Mark's Basilica in background.
Gondola gliding under a stone bridge on a narrow canal in Venice, Italy.
La Fenice Theatre
St. Mark's Basilica with gondola ride, Venice, near Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
St. Mark's Basilica with gondola on Grand Canal near Punta della Dogana, Venice.
Tour guide leading a group at St. Mark's Basilica with a gondola ride in Venice, Italy
Mosaic detail inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, showcasing intricate religious artwork.
Tour guide with tourists at St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, skip-the-line tickets.
Gondola on Canal Grande with Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
St Mark's Basilica exterior with gondola on Venice canal.
Gondola gliding through Venice canal with view of St. Mark's Basilica in background.
Gondola gliding under a stone bridge on a narrow canal in Venice, Italy.
La Fenice Theatre
St. Mark's Basilica with gondola ride, Venice, near Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
St. Mark's Basilica with gondola on Grand Canal near Punta della Dogana, Venice.
Tour guide leading a group at St. Mark's Basilica with a gondola ride in Venice, Italy
Mosaic detail inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, showcasing intricate religious artwork.
Tour guide with tourists at St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, skip-the-line tickets.
Gondola on Canal Grande with Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
St Mark's Basilica exterior with gondola on Venice canal.
Gondola gliding through Venice canal with view of St. Mark's Basilica in background.
Gondola gliding under a stone bridge on a narrow canal in Venice, Italy.
La Fenice Theatre
St. Mark's Basilica with gondola ride, Venice, near Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
St. Mark's Basilica with gondola on Grand Canal near Punta della Dogana, Venice.
Tour guide leading a group at St. Mark's Basilica with a gondola ride in Venice, Italy
Mosaic detail inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, showcasing intricate religious artwork.
Tour guide with tourists at St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, skip-the-line tickets.
Guided Tours
4.4(1,138)

St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour With Gondola Ride

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€58.65
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1 hr. 30 min. - 2 hr.

Take a guided tour of one of the most famous landmarks in Venice & enjoy a gondola ride after.

  • Get priority access to St. Mark’s Basilica and marvel at its rich history and architectural beauty during a 1.5-hour guided tour.
  • Admire intricate Byzantine mosaics, domes, and marble columns as your expert guide enthralls you with fascinating stories of this cultural icon.
  • Enjoy a classic Venetian gondola ride and glide along canals to experience the city from its famous waterways.

Take a guided tour of one of the most famous landmarks in Venice & enjoy a gondola ride after.

  • Get priority access to St. Mark’s Basilica and marvel at its rich history and architectural beauty during a 1.5-hour guided tour.
  • Admire intricate Byzantine mosaics, domes, and marble columns as your expert guide enthralls you with fascinating stories of this cultural icon.
  • Enjoy a classic Venetian gondola ride and glide along canals to experience the city from its famous waterways.

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Guide tour of St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Gondola ride along Venice’s canals and waterways
  • Expert English-speaking local guide

Exclusions

  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Your tickets guarantee priority access to St. Mark's Basilica but there might be a short wait at security.
  • Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees when you visit the basilica as it is a religious site.
  • Seating arrangements within a gondola may vary for balance and safety reasons. Therefore, it may not be possible to sit next to your partner(s).
  • Please note that the tour may not operate under exceptional high tide conditions or during religious functions at the basilica. In the event of cancellation, your tour will either be rescheduled or refunded for your convenience.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace in Venice with guided tour group.
Tour group with guide outside Doge's Palace, Venice Full-Day Guided Tour.
Doge's Palace in Venice with gondola on canal and tourists exploring nearby.
Gondola gliding under a stone bridge on a narrow canal in Venice, Italy.
Murano Island canal with colorful buildings and boats, Venice full-day guided tour.
Mosaic and marble inlays inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica exterior with intricate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate ceilings and columns, Venice, Italy.
Doge Palace chambers interior with ornate ceilings and historical artifacts in Venice.
Tourists on a gondola ride in Venice, passing historic buildings on a full-day guided tour.
St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace in Venice with guided tour group.
Tour group with guide outside Doge's Palace, Venice Full-Day Guided Tour.
Doge's Palace in Venice with gondola on canal and tourists exploring nearby.
Gondola gliding under a stone bridge on a narrow canal in Venice, Italy.
Murano Island canal with colorful buildings and boats, Venice full-day guided tour.
Mosaic and marble inlays inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica exterior with intricate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate ceilings and columns, Venice, Italy.
Doge Palace chambers interior with ornate ceilings and historical artifacts in Venice.
Tourists on a gondola ride in Venice, passing historic buildings on a full-day guided tour.
St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace in Venice with guided tour group.
Tour group with guide outside Doge's Palace, Venice Full-Day Guided Tour.
Doge's Palace in Venice with gondola on canal and tourists exploring nearby.
Gondola gliding under a stone bridge on a narrow canal in Venice, Italy.
Murano Island canal with colorful buildings and boats, Venice full-day guided tour.
Mosaic and marble inlays inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica exterior with intricate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate ceilings and columns, Venice, Italy.
Doge Palace chambers interior with ornate ceilings and historical artifacts in Venice.
Tourists on a gondola ride in Venice, passing historic buildings on a full-day guided tour.
Guided Tours
4.1(60)

Venice in a Day: St. Mark’s, Doge’s Palace, Murano & Burano with Gondola Ride

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6 hr. - 9 hr.
Transfers included

Explore the best of Venice as you skip the lines to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.

  • Glide through historic canals on a 30-minute gondola ride, led by an expert gondolier who shares captivating stories.
  • Learn all about the history of St. Mark's and the political significance of the Doge's Palace from an expert English-speaking guide.
  • Pick what suits your plan; a half or full-day trip. Extend your journey into the colorful towns of Murano and Burano Islands.
  • With an optional visit to the islands, be ready to immerse in the artisanal magic of glass-blowing and lace-making workshops.

Explore the best of Venice as you skip the lines to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.

  • Glide through historic canals on a 30-minute gondola ride, led by an expert gondolier who shares captivating stories.
  • Learn all about the history of St. Mark's and the political significance of the Doge's Palace from an expert English-speaking guide.
  • Pick what suits your plan; a half or full-day trip. Extend your journey into the colorful towns of Murano and Burano Islands.
  • With an optional visit to the islands, be ready to immerse in the artisanal magic of glass-blowing and lace-making workshops.

Inclusions

  • Full/half-day tour of Venice (as per option selected)
  • Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line entry
  • Guided tour of Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • 30-minute shared gondola ride
  • Round-trip transfers to/from Murano & Burano Islands (optional)
  • Glass-blowing demonstration (optional)
  • Lace-making demonstration (optional)

Half-day tour

  • St Marks Basilica
  • Doge's Palace
  • 30-minute gondola ride

Full-day tour

  • St Marks Basilica
  • Doge's Palace
  • 30-minute gondola ride
  • Glass-blowing demonstration at Murano Island
  • Lace-making demonstration at Burano Island
  • Tip: Take advantage of the local expert knowledge! Request your gondolier to point out the lesser-known sights along the canals.

St. Mark's Basilica

  • Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.
  • Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • A ramp is available at the Porta del Fiori (Door of Flowers) entrance on the left-hand side of the basilica.
  • The Museum on the upper floor of the basilica is served by both a lift and stair lifts.

Doge's Palace

  • Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue.
  • Please note that the Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armory are not wheelchair accessible.

Venice Gondola Ride

  • Seating arrangements within a gondola may vary for balance and safety reasons, it may not be possible to sit next to your partner.
  • The gondola ride is not accessible for wheelchair users.
  • Please note that the tour may not operate under exceptional high tide conditions or during religious functions at the basilica. In the event of cancellation, your tour will either be rescheduled or refunded for your convenience.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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