Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Doge's Palace's opulent rooms
- Admire St. Mark's Basilica's golden mosaics
- Skip long lines with priority access
- Learn Venetian history from expert guide
- Enjoy intimate tour with small group
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Semi-private group of up to 6 people
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas
- Children under 6 are free but must be accompanied by an adult
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets
- Bring a valid ID for entry
- Dress modestly to respect religious sites
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk potential refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- 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
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica
- 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
Walking Tour Venice Highlights
We really enjoyed our morning walking tour through Venice with Martina. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was immersive in the culture and a great way to start our first full day in Venice. Highly recommend doing this tour to get you acquainted. She was even mindful and protective of what looked like a young guy scanning us to attempt to pickpocket (which we were mindful of as well). We ended up with one other couple who was enjoyable to interact with as well. She had a list of recommendations for food in the area before our next tour 2 hours later starting in same spot. Most helpful!!!
Doge and Basilica awesome tour
It was a terrific tour very informative and fun. A bit of walking but our guide Lucia was awesome this is a must do in Venice.
Amazing Tour, Knowledgeable Guide!
We had a private tour. Our tour guide, Anna, was amazing. She was very knowledgably, caring, upbeat, and service oriented. One of the best guides we've had!
Venice st. Marks
Lara was knowledgeable, personable and attentive to all guest needs. Great tour
Terrific tour with Nico
We had the best tour with Nico at St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. He made our tour interesting, education, entertaining and FUN! We will use LIVTOURS again in the future. Thank you for an enjoyable afternoon, Nico!! Ciao, Sumner’s and Herb’s