Venice Must-See: Doge's Palace, Golden Basilica and St. Mark's Area in Small Group

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Full description Exploring Venice on foot is the best way to discover its best-kept secrets. The tour begins in Campo San Gallo, very close to the famous St. Mark's Square, and invites you to immerse yourself in the city's lesser-known corners. After crossing the iconic Piazza San Marco, the itinerary deviates from the traditional routes to the picturesque Ponte della Tetta, a bridge steeped in stories from Venetian history.

Then, you'll visit the elegant Palazzo Grimani, a former Renaissance residence, and continue to the imposing Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, the final resting place of former Doges of Venice. The walk continues through quiet streets to reach the Chiesa dei Miracoli, a jewel of the early Renaissance. In squares like Campo Santa Marina and Campo della Fava, the atmosphere reflects authentic Venetian life. From the Riva del Carbon, you can admire the Rialto Bridge, a symbol of the city's historic commerce, before arriving at the majestic Teatro La Fenice. The tour ends at the starting point, completing a circuit steeped in history and beauty.

The second part of the tour offers skip-the-line access to the impressive Doge's Palace, the former seat of power of the Venetian Republic. Inside, rooms decorated with works by Tintoretto and Veronese reveal the workings of the Venetian government and its political history. The tour then continues to St. Mark's Basilica, a jewel of Byzantine architecture, where your guide explains the symbolism of its golden mosaics, domes, and artistic richness.

With a special ticket, you can continue exploring independently, including the Procuratorates, the Correr Museum, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana. These visits provide a deeper understanding of Venice's history, from its imperial past to the Napoleonic era, with unique collections of art, archaeology, numismatics, and literature.

This tour of Venice combines the discovery of its hidden corners with an immersion in its artistic and monumental heritage, offering a complete experience that goes beyond the usual. An ideal option for those looking to explore the city in depth, immersed in history, art, and Venetian tradition Additional information Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure timeA valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the BasilicaUnfortunately the tour is not totally accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilitiesComfortable shoes and appropriate clothes suggestedFor the visit of the Basilica proper clothing is required (no shorts or tank tops)For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the BasilicaFor security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace: FREE DEPOSIT INSIDEIMPORTANT: tickets to St. Marks Basilica will become nominative, meaning that for each booking it will be MANDATORY to provide the full names of all participants, which must match the identification documents shown at the entrance Inclusions Shared guided walking tour by a qualified and experienced guide in English and SpanishAudio receiver devices are included in case of groups over 10 peopleEntrance ticket valid to visit by yourself the palace around St. Mark’s Square (Old Royal Palace now Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and Monumental rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana)Skip-the-line access to the Doge’s Palace with guided tourExplore the shimmering mosaics and spiritual heritage of St. Mark’s Basilica Exclusions Hotel pick-up and drop-offTransport to the meeting pointEntrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusionsAny other service not specified Cancellation Policy Non-refundable from the moment the booking is confirmed Meeting point Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, provider's office, close to San Marco Square

The office is close to San Marco Square. Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right passing under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight on to “Campo San Gallo”