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Tours
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(6 Customer Reviews)
Tours
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(6 Customer Reviews)
St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace: Guided Tour + Terrace Access
A 2.5-hour guided tour combining St Mark's Basilica (with terrace) and the Doge's Palace, including the Bridge of Sighs and prisons.
2 hrs 30 mins
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Highlights
Skip-the-line entry to both landmarks
Basilica terrace with views over St Mark's Square
Doge's Palace grand halls and artwork
Cross the Bridge of Sighs to the prison cells
Live guide throughout
What's Included
Skip-the-line Basilica entry with terrace
Skip-the-line Doge's Palace entry
Professional live guide
Guided tour of both sites
Venice's two great landmarks
St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace sit side by side on St Mark's Square, together telling the story of Venice's spiritual and political power. This 2.5-hour guided tour takes you through both with skip-the-line entry, plus access to the Basilica's famous terrace overlooking the piazza.
St Mark's Basilica and terrace
Your guide leads you through the Basilica's golden interior, explaining the Byzantine mosaics that cover more than 8,000 square metres of walls and ceilings. The terrace provides the perspective most visitors miss: looking down over St Mark's Square from the same vantage point where the original bronze horses have stood since 1254.
The Doge's Palace
Crossing to the Palace, your guide reveals how Venice governed its maritime empire. The Grand Council Hall holds Tintoretto's "Paradise", among the largest oil paintings ever created. Through ornate chambers and council rooms, you trace the machinery of a republic that lasted a thousand years.
The Bridge of Sighs and prisons
The tour crosses the enclosed Bridge of Sighs into the prison cells. Named by Lord Byron for the sighs of prisoners glimpsing Venice for the last time, the bridge connects the grandeur of the Palace to the harsh reality of Venetian justice. Casanova himself was held in the cells above.
Book your guided tour tickets
See Venice's greatest buildings with an expert at your side. Book your combined tour tickets today.
Dress appropriately for the Basilica
No large bags at either site
No flash photography
Stay with the group
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 2:00pm – 5:15pm
How long is the tour?
Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Is terrace access guaranteed?
Terrace access is included but may close in severe weather.
What is the dress code?
Cover shoulders and knees for the Basilica. No sleeveless tops.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Skip-the-line entry to both sites
Dress code enforced at Basilica
Comfortable shoes recommended
Not included: food, drinks
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
San Marco 1-30124
Highlights
Skip-the-line entry to both landmarks
Basilica terrace with views over St Mark's Square
Doge's Palace grand halls and artwork
Cross the Bridge of Sighs to the prison cells
Live guide throughout
What's Included
Skip-the-line Basilica entry with terrace
Skip-the-line Doge's Palace entry
Professional live guide
Guided tour of both sites
Venice's two great landmarks
St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace sit side by side on St Mark's Square, together telling the story of Venice's spiritual and political power. This 2.5-hour guided tour takes you through both with skip-the-line entry, plus access to the Basilica's famous terrace overlooking the piazza.
St Mark's Basilica and terrace
Your guide leads you through the Basilica's golden interior, explaining the Byzantine mosaics that cover more than 8,000 square metres of walls and ceilings. The terrace provides the perspective most visitors miss: looking down over St Mark's Square from the same vantage point where the original bronze horses have stood since 1254.
The Doge's Palace
Crossing to the Palace, your guide reveals how Venice governed its maritime empire. The Grand Council Hall holds Tintoretto's "Paradise", among the largest oil paintings ever created. Through ornate chambers and council rooms, you trace the machinery of a republic that lasted a thousand years.
The Bridge of Sighs and prisons
The tour crosses the enclosed Bridge of Sighs into the prison cells. Named by Lord Byron for the sighs of prisoners glimpsing Venice for the last time, the bridge connects the grandeur of the Palace to the harsh reality of Venetian justice. Casanova himself was held in the cells above.
Book your guided tour tickets
See Venice's greatest buildings with an expert at your side. Book your combined tour tickets today.
Dress appropriately for the Basilica
No large bags at either site
No flash photography
Stay with the group
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 9:30am – 5:15pm 2:00pm – 5:15pm
How long is the tour?
Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Is terrace access guaranteed?
Terrace access is included but may close in severe weather.
What is the dress code?
Cover shoulders and knees for the Basilica. No sleeveless tops.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Skip-the-line entry to both sites
Dress code enforced at Basilica
Comfortable shoes recommended
Not included: food, drinks
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
San Marco 1-30124
Highlights
Skip-the-line entry to both landmarks
Basilica terrace with views over St Mark's Square
Doge's Palace grand halls and artwork
Cross the Bridge of Sighs to the prison cells
Live guide throughout
What's Included
Skip-the-line Basilica entry with terrace
Skip-the-line Doge's Palace entry
Professional live guide
Guided tour of both sites
Venice's two great landmarks
St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace sit side by side on St Mark's Square, together telling the story of Venice's spiritual and political power. This 2.5-hour guided tour takes you through both with skip-the-line entry, plus access to the Basilica's famous terrace overlooking the piazza.
St Mark's Basilica and terrace
Your guide leads you through the Basilica's golden interior, explaining the Byzantine mosaics that cover more than 8,000 square metres of walls and ceilings. The terrace provides the perspective most visitors miss: looking down over St Mark's Square from the same vantage point where the original bronze horses have stood since 1254.
The Doge's Palace
Crossing to the Palace, your guide reveals how Venice governed its maritime empire. The Grand Council Hall holds Tintoretto's "Paradise", among the largest oil paintings ever created. Through ornate chambers and council rooms, you trace the machinery of a republic that lasted a thousand years.
The Bridge of Sighs and prisons
The tour crosses the enclosed Bridge of Sighs into the prison cells. Named by Lord Byron for the sighs of prisoners glimpsing Venice for the last time, the bridge connects the grandeur of the Palace to the harsh reality of Venetian justice. Casanova himself was held in the cells above.
Book your guided tour tickets
See Venice's greatest buildings with an expert at your side. Book your combined tour tickets today.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Skip-the-line entry to both sites
Dress code enforced at Basilica
Comfortable shoes recommended
Not included: food, drinks
Dress appropriately for the Basilica
No large bags at either site
No flash photography
Stay with the group
How long is the tour?
Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Is terrace access guaranteed?
Terrace access is included but may close in severe weather.
What is the dress code?
Cover shoulders and knees for the Basilica. No sleeveless tops.
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
San Marco 1-30124
Highlights
Skip-the-line entry to both landmarks
Basilica terrace with views over St Mark's Square
Doge's Palace grand halls and artwork
Cross the Bridge of Sighs to the prison cells
Live guide throughout
What's Included
Skip-the-line Basilica entry with terrace
Skip-the-line Doge's Palace entry
Professional live guide
Guided tour of both sites
Venice's two great landmarks
St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace sit side by side on St Mark's Square, together telling the story of Venice's spiritual and political power. This 2.5-hour guided tour takes you through both with skip-the-line entry, plus access to the Basilica's famous terrace overlooking the piazza.
St Mark's Basilica and terrace
Your guide leads you through the Basilica's golden interior, explaining the Byzantine mosaics that cover more than 8,000 square metres of walls and ceilings. The terrace provides the perspective most visitors miss: looking down over St Mark's Square from the same vantage point where the original bronze horses have stood since 1254.
The Doge's Palace
Crossing to the Palace, your guide reveals how Venice governed its maritime empire. The Grand Council Hall holds Tintoretto's "Paradise", among the largest oil paintings ever created. Through ornate chambers and council rooms, you trace the machinery of a republic that lasted a thousand years.
The Bridge of Sighs and prisons
The tour crosses the enclosed Bridge of Sighs into the prison cells. Named by Lord Byron for the sighs of prisoners glimpsing Venice for the last time, the bridge connects the grandeur of the Palace to the harsh reality of Venetian justice. Casanova himself was held in the cells above.
Book your guided tour tickets
See Venice's greatest buildings with an expert at your side. Book your combined tour tickets today.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Skip-the-line entry to both sites
Dress code enforced at Basilica
Comfortable shoes recommended
Not included: food, drinks
Dress appropriately for the Basilica
No large bags at either site
No flash photography
Stay with the group
How long is the tour?
Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Is terrace access guaranteed?
Terrace access is included but may close in severe weather.
What is the dress code?
Cover shoulders and knees for the Basilica. No sleeveless tops.
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
San Marco 1-30124
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