Full description
Discover the Basilica di San Marco with exclusive access to its terraces and privileged views of the square, with the option to add a guided visit to the Palazzo Ducale.
Step into the heart of Venice and discover the monuments that embody the spiritual greatness, political power and artistic splendor of the Serenissima. The tour begins at the Basilica di San Marco, an extraordinary work of Venetian-Byzantine art, crowned by imposing domes and decorated with precious marbles and more than 8,000 square meters of mosaics, many of them covered in 24-carat gold leaf. From its exclusive terraces, you can enjoy a privileged view over Piazza San Marco and the rooftops of Venice, where centuries of history unfold.
Those who choose the full option continue to the Palazzo Ducale, the magnificent former seat of government of the Republic of Venice. There you will walk through monumental halls and elegant courtyards, see interiors decorated with works by Tiziano, Tintoretto, Veronese and Tiepolo, learn about the history of those who governed the city from its rooms, and cross the legendary Ponte dei Sospiri.
Led by an expert English-speaking guide, this tour brings the art, history and charm of Venice closer through its most emblematic monuments.
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Additional Information
● Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time
● The tour starts exactly on time; no delays are tolerated
● The ticket is personal and requires the presentation of an original ID card or passport at the entrance
● Entrance to St. Mark's Basilica is subject to nominal tickets; the names of all participants must be communicated at the time of booking. Admission with tickets without names is not allowed, and no refund will be due in that case
● This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility or disabilities (including wheelchair users), due to the route and group logistics; the provider invites guests to get in touch directly to arrange a private version with tailored alternatives
● The activity takes place rain or shine
● The activity may be affected by external causes beyond the provider's control
● The provider is not responsible for any physical injury or loss of or damage to personal belongings during the experience
Inclusions
Option: St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace
✔ Walking Tour with Licensed English-speaking Guide
✔ Skip the line entrance to St. Mark's Basilica and guided visit
✔ Exclusive access to Basilica Terraces
✔ Access to the Doge's Palace and guided visit
Option: St. Mark's Basilica only
✔ Walking Tour with Licensed Spanish-speaking Guide
✔ Skip the line entrance to St. Mark's Basilica and guided visit
✔ Exclusive access to Basilica Terraces
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup or drop-off
✖ Transport to the meeting point
✖ Access to the Doge's Palace (not included in Option: St. Mark's Basilica only)
✖ Entrance fees, meals and drinks unless expressly stated in the tour inclusions
✖ Other services not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of the activity.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance and no-shows are not eligible for a refund.
Meeting point
Colonna di San Marco, Piazza San Marco, Venice. The Towns of Italy guide waits under the column topped with the lion, in front of the Doge's Palace.