Classic Venice Doges Palace Saint Marks Basilica Gondola Ride

Is your time in Venice limited? Would you rather spend your days in Venice eating, drinking, shopping and relaxing? Many visit Venice for just a day or two, meaning time is restricted if you're wanting to squeeze in the main sights. Experience the best of Venice in 3.5 hours, leaving you ample time to wander down romantic canal sidestreets and enjoy yourself without any need to rush. This 2.5 hour tour includes: • St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica • Enjoy Skip the Line Entry into the Doges Palace • An English-speaking professional guide • A gondola ride

Discover the enchanting history and art of Venice in this immersive 3-hour experience! Join an expert guide as you explore the stunning Doge’s Palace and the magnificent Saint Mark’s Basilica located in the heart of Piazza San Marco. Marvel at the artwork and dive into the rich history of the Venetian Republic. You’ll also stroll across the iconic Bridge of Sighs, a symbol of romance and intrigue! Next, indulge in a romantic gondola ride through the Grand Canal and its charming waterways. As you glide along, take in Venice's must-see highlights, including the famed Fenice Opera House, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and the stunning Santa Maria della Salute Church, among others. Finally, immerse yourself in a unique virtual reality experience as you float over the serene waters of the Grand Canal at sunset, witnessing centuries of history unfold. You’ll also get an insider’s view of the craftsmanship behind Venice's iconic gondolas with a close-up look at a detailed model.

Experience the enchanting essence of Venice as you glide along its romantic waterways with a skilled gondolier. Enjoy complimentary access to an app featuring insightful commentary about your gondola journey. As you soak in stunning views of the Grand Canal, admire landmarks like the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the historic Gritti Palace, along with famous sites such as La Fenice Theatre, Punta della Dogana, and the Mozart House. At the end of your ride, take in a breathtaking panorama of Saint Mark’s Basin and picturesque San Giorgio Island. For an immersive experience, enjoy a unique virtual reality segment that allows you to glide over tranquil waters at sunset, witnessing Venice’s beauty through the ages. Sail through the Grand Canal and serene inner waterways aboard a traditional gondola, bypassing long lines to step directly onto your boat. Discover the magic of Venice with app commentary in your choice of nine languages, enhancing your exploration of this timeless city.

Experience the Magic of Venice with a Gondola Ride Glide through the enchanting canals of Venice on a gondola ride with a knowledgeable guide who shares the captivating stories of the magnificent palaces surrounding you. Skilled gondoliers will navigate Venice's hidden passages, revealing breathtaking views of the city’s unique landscape. Pass beneath centuries-old bridges and marvel at the famous Grand Canal, lined with stunning palaces. Your guide will narrate the rich history of gondolas and gondoliers, providing insights about the nearby attractions as you float along. Experience the Gondola Gallery — discover the secrets of Venice’s iconic boat & the craftsmanship that has shaped gondolas for centuries. Then, embark on a timeless virtual experience aboard a gondola, gliding through Venice’s iconic canals as history. For an exclusive adventure, book a private gondola ride for you and your partner or friends, creating unforgettable memories in the heart of this magical city.

Meet your professional guide and start your combination tour discovering the buildings in the square and then we enter inside the Doge's Palace "Palazzo Ducale", it was once the residence of the Doge, the elected ruler of the city. The tour then continues into Saint Marks Basilica, which majestically symbolizes the lagoon and enshrines the city’s history and Saints relics. At 1:00 pm you will end the first part of the tour and you will have approx 2 hours free time to stroll around Saint Mark's square, to have lunch (not included) or to visit the Correr museum on your own already included with the Doge's Palace ticket. The second part of your combined tour is the classic gondola ride at 3:00 pm or 5:15 pm (check the availability). PROGRAM -> Doge's Palace & Basilica departure at 10:45 am to 1.00 pm -> Gondola ride (duration 30 min) April – October gondola at 3.00pm or 5.15 pm November – March gondola only at 3.00 pm

Enjoy an exclusive tour of Venice with a private expert guide, and make the most of this incredible city and see all of the highlights. Begin in Saint Mark's Square for a perfect view of Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, the private chapel of the dukes of Venice until the 19th century. Get privileged access, and skip the long lines to enter the grand basilica and enjoy up-close views of the golden mosaics. Then skip the lines to the Doge's Palace to travel through 7 centuries of history as you see the palace prisons and court rooms, and stop on the Bridge of Sighs to see the last view of Venice that prisoners saw before they were locked in their cells. Your guide will then give recommendations for lunch, and after a short break continue your tour. Walk to the covered Rialto Bridge and discover the house where Marco Polo once lived. Go to the Renaissance church of the Campo Santa Maria Formosa, where you will end your perfect day true Venetian style in a private gondola ride

Enjoy an afternoon in Venice discovering Saint Mark's masterpieces and wonders. Visit the Doge's palace and the Saint Marks Basilica and then enjoy a traditional gondola ride through the venetian canals. • See the iconic sights of Venice from the land and the water • Save with this experience that includes 3 of the best-selling tours in Venice • Skip the line and waste your time on holiday!

Walk through Venice with a professional guide to discover the main treasures of this incomparable city. Then enjoy the unique experience of a gondola ride in Venice. This combined tour is an extraordinary way of getting the most of traditional Venetian culture.

Explore Venice in two hours by walking from Saint Mark's Square to Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Campo SS. Giovanni and Paolo, pass beside Marco Polo's House and the Malibran Theatre. Take a ride in a shared gondola for 30 minutes through the Grand Canal and through the minor canals. Enjoy this combined tour of the most characteristic and important places for the history of Venice together with a local guide

Explore St. Mark's Square with its architectural marvels like St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the renaissance clock tower. Delve into Castello's elegant residential area, meandering through charming bridges, narrow alleys, and picturesque squares. Uncover campo Santa Maria Formosa and campo San Giovanni & Paolo, home to the Basilica and a resting place for Venetian doges. Visit Marco Polo's former residence and the Malibran theatre. Our knowledgeable guide shares historical facts, architectural highlights, and captivating anecdotes about Venice's past and modern lifestyle. The walking tour ends at St. Mark's Square, passing through Mercerie, the shopping street connecting Rialto and San Marco. Then, embrace quintessential Venice by boarding a Gondola at campo San Moisè. Glide along the Grand Canal and minor canals, marvel at captivating architecture, and find hidden entrances to elegant palaces and secluded corners.

Discover the famous sites of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city’s canals on an iconic gondola. You will be captivated  by the beauty of Venice, made up of 117 small islands connected to each other by 400 bridges.  Let yourself be seduced by one of the city considered among the most beautiful in the world  and, together with its lagoon, it is a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. You will learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.

Experience Venice from the land and the water on a combined 1.5-hour walking tour and 30-minute shared gondola ride. Marvel at the Byzantine monuments of Saint Mark's Square and its surroundings, and then glide down the canals by gondola.

This combined guided tour is divided into three parts. The tour starts at 9.00am with a historical introduction of St. Marks’s Square, and its architectural delights. Leaving the square, you will be guided into the residential Castello area, allowing you to discover this part of Venice in all of its elegance, through its labyrinth of narrow alleys – “calli”, many bridges, winding canals and wide picturesque squares – “campi”. At 10.45 am you will proceed with the visit of the Saint Mark's Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, and the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. The last part is the gondola ride at 3 pm. Relax aboard this historic vessel, enjoying the thrills of both the Grand Canal and minor canals. PROGRAM 09.00 am Walking tour of Venice (1 h 30 min) 10.45 am Saint Marks Basica tour (1 hour) 03.00 pm Gondola ride (30 min)

Enjoy the ancient greatness of the Serenissima Republic by having an enchanting panoramic tour over the history of St. Mark’s square and its main monuments: St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. We have both options: with private gondola ride at the end of the tour or without it, you can choose.

A masterpiece floating on the Adriatic, Venice tops many a must-visit list. Boarding a private motorboat on the edge of the city, you'll arrive in style at Riva degli Schiavoni, and your guide will lead you to St Mark's Square. Here, you can admire the wonderful St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace next door. Their orient-infused Byzantine Gothic architecture will whet your appetite for more. And there's no better way to explore Venice than with a romantic gondola trip – an optional 30-minute ride (payable locally) is available just after arrival in St Mark's Square. You'll then have free time for exploring this enchanting city, and perhaps to find somewhere to have lunch. If you fancy something really typical, locals love their cicchetti – Venetian tapas. In the afternoon, there's an optional one-hour lagoon trip, (payable locally) accompanied by your guide, or the chance to roam around yourself.

Embark on a memorable journey through Venice's iconic landmarks. Explore St. Mark's Square, home to architectural marvels like St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Renaissance clock tower. Wander the charming bridges and alleys of the Castello district. Discover treasures in campo Santa Maria Formosa and campo San Giovanni & Paolo, including the grand Basilica and Marco Polo's former residence. Our knowledgeable guide will share historical insights and lead you through the Mercerie shopping area. Finally, experience the essence of Venice with a Gondola ride at campo San Moisè, gliding along the Grand Canal past captivating architecture and hidden entrances to opulent palaces.

Embark on a journey through St. Mark's Square, where architectural wonders like St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Renaissance clock tower await your exploration. Wander through the elegant residential area of Castello, navigating charming bridges, narrow alleys, and picturesque squares. Our expert guide will regale you with intriguing historical facts, architectural marvels, and captivating anecdotes about Venice's rich past and contemporary lifestyle. The walking tour culminates at St. Mark's Square, passing through Mercerie, the bustling shopping street that links Rialto and San Marco. Next, immerse yourself in the essence of Venice by embarking on a Gondola ride at Campo San Moisè. Drift along the Grand Canal and its labyrinthine minor canals, marveling at the captivating architecture, and uncovering hidden entrances to elegant palaces and secluded corners.

A great full day walking tour in Venice, one of the most beautiful cities of Italy, taking the fast train from Rome in a relaxed and comfortable journey. After 3.50 hours you will arrive in Venice, famous for Giacomo Casanova and the composer Antonio Vivaldi. This unique town is an archipelago of 117 little islands connected by 400 bridges. Your assistant will be with you throughout the trip. You will visit Saint Mark's Square with its Basilica, the Doge's Palace (external visit, entrance fees not included) decorated by Tintoretto and Veronese, the Bell Tower and Rialto bridge, the most famous monuments of Venice. Do not miss the popular Grand Canal, the largest canal in Venice, built in Venetian-Gothic style. Explore Venice using a water bus or a romantic “Gondola” ride (optional) to enjoy the beautiful and fascinating architecture of the buildings.

Venice in a day tour is a combination city tour, of 4 of our most popular tours taken in Venice and the best way to spend your time in Venice. Starting in Saint Mark’s square, this atmospheric walking tour will then whisk you away from the crowded streets into the treasure filled pockets of the Castello area. A qualified guide will walk you through the hidden squares, winding canals and historical buildings providing you with a perfect introduction to the origins, symbols, traditions, architecture, and life in current day Venice. The tour then continues with the guided visit inside the Doge's Palace and the Saint Marks Basilica. The walking tour ends in Saint Mark's square at 1.00 pm At this time you will have approx 2 hours free to stroll around the area or to have lunch (not included) The last appointment of your package is the 30 min classic gondola ride at 3:00 pm or 5.15 pm (verify the availability on your date).

A great full day walking tour in Venice, one of the most beautiful cities of Italy, taking the fast train from Rome in a relaxed and comfortable journey. After 3.45hours you will arrive in Venice, famous for Giacomo Casanova and the composer Antonio Vivaldi. This unique town is an archipelago of 117 little islands connected by 400 bridges. Your assistant will be with you throughout the trip. You will visit Saint Mark’s Square with its Basilica, the Doge’s Palace decorated by Tintoretto and Veronese, the Bell Tower and Rialto bridge, the most famous monuments of Venice. Do not miss the popular Grand Canal, the largest canal in Venice, built in Venetian-Gothic style. Explore Venice using a water bus or a romantic “gondola” ride (optional) to enjoy the beautiful and fascinating architecture of the buildings.