This walking tour takes you to two of Venice's most iconic highlights, with a few secret gems thrown in for good measure. With skip-the-line access to the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's, you will cut out the long waiting times, and whisk from one highlight to the next.
Enjoy a tour of St. Mark's Basilica, and marvel at the diversity of Venetian culture as your guide points out where eastern architecture and western design combine. In a rare extended tour, learn how St. Mark's remains arrived illegally, and see countless treasures, some made in Venice and others plundered during the Crusades.
Finally, tour the Doge's Palace, where Casanova was held in an attic prison before his escape. Admire ceiling frescoes by Tintoretto and paintings by Veronese in the exquisite rooms.
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Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour
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Highlights
Admire the breathtaking mosaics inside St. Mark's Basilica
Benefit from skip-the-line entry to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace
Discover where the famed Casanova was imprisoned in the Doge's Palace
Itinerary
Product details
Skip the long lines to enjoy fast-track entry to the Doge's Palace in Venice and discover a magnificent combination of Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture. Later, explore the magnificent St. Mark's Basilica.
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What's included
Headsets where necessary
Local expert guide
Skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica
Skip-the-line-access and entrance to the Doge's Palace
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Eligibility
Adult: 19–99 years old
Child: 1–18 years old
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 10:00, 2 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 10:00 2 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note
The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration)
This tour involves a fair amount of walking and steep staircases
Entrance into churches requires appropriate dress. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Entry may be refused due to improper dress
Large bags, tripods, non-collapsible umbrellas, or backpacks are not permitted in Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica and must be checked into the luggage storage area off-site. You may miss a portion of the tour for this procedure.
Please note that the itinerary for the activity provider's tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. Any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience
Not allowed items:
Baby strollers
Luggage or large bags
Non-folding wheelchairs
Tripods
Umbrellas
Not suitable for:
Wheelchair users
Good to know:
Entrance into churches requires appropriate dress. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Entry may be refused due to improper dress
Large bags, tripods, non-collapsible umbrellas, or backpacks are not permitted in Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica and must be checked into the luggage storage area off-site. You may miss a portion of the tour for this procedure.
Please note that the itinerary for the activity provider's tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. Any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience
The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration)
This tour involves a fair amount of walking and steep staircases
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