St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark's Basilica
- Guided tour of Doge's Palace
- Visit to the Bridge of Sighs
- Explore the Grand Canal
- Discover hidden gems of Venice
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark's Basilica
- Guided tour of Doge's Palace
- Visit to the Bridge of Sighs
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Campo San Giacometto Church of San Giacomo di Rialto Rialto bridge The Grand Canal Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo Campo Santa Maria Formosa end in St. Mark’s square
Lunch Break The cost of lunch is NOT included
Visit St Mark's Basilica with skip the line access An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.
Visit the Doge's Palace and end the tour in St Mark's square
Meeting point
Start Location
Rialto Bridge, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language for full comprehension.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow the guide's instructions.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on uneven surfaces.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for security checks at St. Mark's Basilica; large bags may not be permitted.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please note: this tour is a combination at a discounted rate of two of our most popular tours—Highlights of Venice Walking Tour and St. Mark’s and Doge’s Palace Tour. The walking tour duration is two hours and the St. Mark’s and Doge’s palace is two and a half hours, giving you two hours of free time for a leisurely lunch in between and to make your way back to the meeting point. You will be informed of the exact start times and meeting points of each tour upon booking.
- 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.
- The ticket includes a cost to enter St. Mark’s Basilica valued at 30 EUR per person.
Traveler reviews
Review of Lara
Tara is smart fun and engaging
Multi generational tour
We toured St Mark’s and Doge palace yesterday with Sara. We had a wonderful time despite hotter than usual temperatures. Sara was very mindful of our needs; my mother who is not very stable on her feet needed us to move at a slower pace. I would highly recommend Sara!
Great walking tour!
Fantastic walking Tour with Lara! She was warm, friendly, and a knowledgeable Venetian. She showed us some of the off the beaten paths and awesome sights while pinning our some great artisan shops. She is truly a gem and the tour is a great intro to the real Venice.
Nico the Saint
Nico was an amazing guide. So nice and very knowledgeable about all things Venice! So much insight into all the history of the Basicillica and Doges Palace. I would highly recommend Nico and this tour.
Great tour
Our tour guide, Ana, was incredibly knowledgeable about both locations. She made it a point to identify Key architecture and paintings yet did not spend a lot of time in one particular place. The tour progressed well throughout. Would highly recommend.