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Private After-Hours Tour of Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica

From€375
2 hours
Venice, Italy

About this activity

Experience Venice's iconic Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica on a private after-hours tour, offering skip-the-line access and expert insights in a serene setting.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace
  • Explore St. Mark's Basilica after hours
  • Learn from an expert guide
  • Experience Venice's landmarks with fewer crowds
  • Enjoy a personalized private tour

Full description

Discover the rich history and architectural splendor of Venice's most iconic landmarks on this exclusive private after-hours tour. With skip-the-line access, you'll delve into the opulent halls of Doge's Palace and the stunning mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica without the usual crowds. Led by an expert guide, you'll gain in-depth knowledge of these historic sites, making for an unforgettable and personalized experience in the heart of Venice.

Included / Excluded

  • Skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
  • Expert guide providing historical insights
  • Exclusive after-hours visit with fewer crowds
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
  • Children under 6 years old can join for free; please inform in advance.
  • The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on uneven surfaces.
  • Bring a valid ID for entry into the basilica.
  • Photography may be restricted in certain areas; please follow the guide's instructions.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • Please note that tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability
  • Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
  • Due to the highly variable nighttime opening and closing times of Doge’s and St. Mark’s, your tour may need to take up to a 1.5 hour break between the two sites, in which case your guide will recommend a local restaurant or bar in which to wait. In some cases, however, there will be no break. In all cases, the total duration of the guided tour will ALWAYS be three hours, regardless of the break time.
  • An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.
  • 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.
  • Admission to St. Mark’s Basilica is included (valued from €50 per person).

Traveler reviews

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Highly recommend

Rob was the best tour guide we have ever had period we definitely enjoyed the tour and thought it was just amazing period we learned things that we would never have known had it not been for her period 10 out of 10 would highly recommend.

Resort30005421630Oct 4, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Outstanding Experience at Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s

Paula’s tour was absolutely incredible. Her depth of knowledge about the history of Venice and the landmarks is immense, but also her passion for the city is clear. She added to the experience far beyond if we had toured on our own. 11 out of 10 experience.

nickib528Oct 2, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Doge’s Palace and Basilica San Marco evening without the crowds!!

Adriana was very knowledgeable and very happy to go at our pace. She is obviously interested in the history of Venice and these two wonderful, but very different buildings. Thank you for an amazing evening of insights into historical Venice.

margaretoneill47Sep 23, 2026VIATOR

Do this tour after dark!

Marie Terese was a joy! She was so full of information and great history. She was also friendly and took great care of our family. The Doge Palace was amazing but St. Marks Basilica was absolutely fantastic!

sherrysR8783COSep 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Amazing!!

Pamala was great! She took us all over Venice and was very detailed about everything.

mauricioe691Sep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it Please note that tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter. Due to the highly variable nighttime opening and closing times of Doge’s and St. Mark’s, your tour may need to take up to a 1.5 hour break between the two sites, in which case your guide will recommend a local restaurant or bar in which to wait. In some cases, however, there will be no break. In all cases, the total duration of the guided tour will ALWAYS be three hours, regardless of the break time. An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.
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