Private VIP St. Mark's Basilica Tour After Hours

1h 15m

Max 6 people

Venice, Italy

About this activity

Enter St. Mark’s Basilica after hours on a private tour, exploring its golden mosaics and hidden crypt in total silence for an experience few ever have.

Highlights

Private after-hours access to St. Mark’s Basilica
Marvel at 99,000 sq ft of gold mosaics on the ceilings and walls
Explore the rarely opened crypt beneath the basilica
Experience Venice’s sacred site in total tranquility
Discover secrets and stories with an expert local guide

Full description

Step inside Venice’s most iconic landmark after it closes to the public on this exclusive private tour. With no crowds or rush, enjoy uninterrupted time to absorb the basilica’s art, history, and atmosphere, from the golden mosaic ceiling to the glittering Pala d’Oro. Then descend into the rarely opened crypt, where legend says the remains of St. Mark were once hidden. Accompanied by an expert local guide, uncover the hidden meanings behind the mosaics, hear stories of stolen relics and sacred secrets, and experience Venice’s spiritual heart as few ever do. Perfect for couples, families, and travelers who want to get the VIP experience in Venice's top monument.

Stop At: St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
Start the tour in St. Mark's Square where your guide will give you a brief introduction to Venice's history as a floating empire.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission: Free

Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, Veneto
Step inside basilica alongside your private guide, experiencing its beauty in pure silence without the usual crowds or distractions.
Watch in awe as the lights are switched on just for your group and the gold mosaics shimmer across the domes and walls. Admire the magnificent Pala d’Oro, the basilica’s jewel-encrusted altarpiece, crafted from hundreds of precious gems. Then follow your guide below the main church into the underground crypt, a space rarely accessible to visitors. These haunting chambers once safeguarded the relics of St. Mark and still shows the watermarks from past years of the flood-prone chamber. On this tour you'll have Venice’s most sacred site all to yourself on this VIP private tour.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Included

Important: You must provide the following details for every guests in your party at the time of booking: first and last name. All guests must bring ID on the day of their tour as it is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument. Name changes are not permitted. This experience is refundable up to 7 days before your tour.