Venice: Doge Palace, San Marco Basilica & Rialto Bridge
About this activity
Visit the majestic Doge’s Palace and the breathtaking Golden Basilica with a guided tour. Then, discover the hidden gems of the Rialto area on an offbeat walking tour through the heart of the city.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica
- Discover hidden alleys and secret spots in the Rialto Bridge district
- Learn about the Golden Basilica with its mosaics of pure gold
- Admire artworks by Titian and Tiepolo inside the Doge’s Palace
- Travel back in time with a unique VR journey through historic St. Mark’s Square
Full description
Meet your expert guide and visit the magnificent Doge’s Palace, once the political heart of the Venetian Republic. Explore its opulent chambers, admire the Golden Staircase, and see masterpieces by artists such as Titian and Tiepolo. Continue to St. Mark’s Basilica, the famed Golden Church, and discover the history and meaning behind its extraordinary gold mosaics and five domes. After the main landmarks, enjoy an off-the-beaten-path walking tour through the Rialto Bridge area and Venice’s historic center, uncovering hidden alleys, lively squares, and authentic local life. The experience concludes at the History Gallery, where historical photos show how Venice has evolved over time, followed by an immersive VR journey that brings the city’s past to life, from Piazza San Marco through the centuries to the medieval Doge’s Palace and the original wooden Rialto Bridge.
Included / Excluded
- Guided Tour to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
- Walking Tour of the city center and Rialto area
- Audio receiver devices are included in case of groups over 10 people
- History Gallery - a unique Vr Experience of Venice in the Past
- Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
- Food and Drinks
- Guided Visit to St. Mark's Museums
Meeting point
Start Location
Calle de le Rasse, 4536, 30122 Venise, VE, Italia, Calle de le Rasse, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- • The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
- • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
- • Appropriate clothing is required to enter the basilica
- • During some days of high turnout or for other unforeseen reasons, the waiting time to access St. Mark's Basilica might be longer than expected
- • For the Venice city audio guide, click here: https://easyguideveneto.it/freetourid_1_h_994/
- • Pala D'Oro is not included in the tour
- • The Marciana Library is closed on Sundays
- • For security reasons, large bags and backpacks are not allowed
Know before you go
- • The official St. Mark's Basilicaticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
- • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
- • Appropriate clothing is required to enter the basilica
- • During some days of high turnout or for other unforeseen reasons, the waiting time to access St. Mark's Basilica might be longer than expected
- • For the Venice city audio guide, click here: https://easyguideveneto.it/freetourid_1_h_994/
- • Pala D'Oro is not included in the tour
- • The Marciana Library is closed on Sundays
- • For security reasons, large bags and backpacks are not allowed
- To access your Venice city audio guide, click here: https://easyguideveneto.it/freetourid_1_h_994/.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 20264.0
Really.enjoyed the visit to both islands. Felt the timing was good. The glass blowing demo was very interesting. The lace demo was only 5 minutes and not very informative. However, Burano was so colorful and fun. Had a great lunch on a terrace - very relaxing.
Jessie
Jun 20264.0
Bien. Recomendable.
Georges
Jun 20265.0
The best!