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Inside Venice Combo Tour: Guided Visit To Doge's Palace And Saint Mark's Basilica In One Day
Join an expert, local guide in exploring the political and religious hearts of the Venetian Republic.
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First stop is DOGE’S PALACE, where you can find centuries of fascinating history surrounding Venetian political power. In its elegant rooms, frescoed and filled with gold and masterpieces, your guide will artfully unfold the history of the Venetian Republic. You’ll be mesmerized by the rich details of the golden staircase, as well as the luxurious decorations within the entire palace.
Then, you can “relive” the desperation of the prisoners as you cross the famous BRIDGE OF SIGHS, and “enter” the Venetian prisons. This is a truly unique experience as it is only accessible from inside Doge’s Palace.
The tour continues inside SAINT MARK’S BASILICA, a grand masterpiece of Byzantine art. When you walk into the Basilica, you will immediately be greeted by the brilliantly glowing, gold mosaics and the marble decorated floors. Follow your guide through the Basilica, as they dive into the intriguing history and peculiarities of this ancient, mysterious basilica.
As you make your way to the front of the Basilica, your guide will point out the incredible Pala d’Oro. This exquisite example of Byzantine art has thousands of gems and precious stones, a splendor of the religious art collected over the centuries.
This tour is truly a must-see to get the full experience of Venice. Join us to better understand the city’s important and fascinating history, while discovering unforgettable works of art, elegant halls, and of course – the brilliance of St. Mark’s Basilica.
Highlights
- Admire Doge’s Palace and its elegant interiors, including the incredible gold staircase and hundreds of masterpieces!
- Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs, only accessible from inside Doge’s Palace
- Discover the precious interiors of St Mark’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine art, and home to the fascinating Pala d’Oro
- Skip the line at both Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica – don’t waste your time waiting for the whole day!
- Learn about the intriguing Venetian history from your passionate and art-loving, local guide
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Duration
2 h 15 m
Hours
10:45 14:45
Meeting Point
CALLE LARGA ASCENSIONE, 1256
In front of the Post office (close to Correr Museum and St Mark’s Square) – Look for the MEETING POINT sign on the wooden kiosk
View the mapWhat is included
- Professional local guide
- Doge’s Palace entrance ticket with reservation
- St Mark’s Basilica entrance ticket with reservation
What is not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Useful Information
- This tour is not refundable
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
- Entrance to Churches requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress
The tours always include only the services of any guides and/or tour escorts.
We accept various payment methods, including credit cards, bank transfers, PayPal, and cash payments at our branches. All online payments are protected and secure.
We generally recommend bringing comfortable clothing, identification documents, a water bottle, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the best moments.
Prices and Rates
Prices are per person and may vary depending on the group size. Additionally, rates may change based on the selected day and holidays.
When to Book
It’s possible to book up until the start time as long as there is availability. Book as soon as possible to ensure availability.
Cancellation Terms
This tour is not refundable.