Venice In A Day Tour With St Marks Doges Palace And Gondolas

If you want to make sure you cover the highlights of Venice, this full day tour is your best choice. If you’re only spending a few days in Venice, covering the best attractions in a single day is a smart idea. That way, you can spend the remainder of your time in Venice sipping Prosecco by the canals. This tour includes stops at St Mark’s Basilica and Square, the Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace (including Casanova’s prison cell), a half hour gondola ride and plenty of hidden gems along the way. A lunch break is scheduled into the tour – we would never let you go hungry in Italy!

Want to explore the best of Venice with limited time on your hands? This tour combines some of the city's most Prestigeous sites in a one-day itinerary! Enjoy skip the line access into the St Marks Church, marvel the hallways of the Doges Palace and explore the city from the waterfront during your gondola ride – accompanied by one of our Gondoliers! After some leisure time for lunch our tour embarks on an adventure to explore the world renown islands of Murano and Burano. Our guide will whisk you through the islands most charming streets on your way to witness the age-old craft of Lace making and Glass Blowing. This tour is the perfect combo of Venetian History, Local Craftmanship and Sightseeing!

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

Experience an exclusive guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, iconic landmarks of Piazza San Marco. Admire the grandeur of the Golden Staircase and stunning artworks in the Doge's Palace, and cross the Bridge of Sighs to explore the historic prisons where Casanova was held, reminiscent of Alcatraz’s mystique. Visit St. Mark's Basilica, known as the Golden Basilica, to marvel at its glittering mosaics, as dazzling as any European cathedral. Then, enjoy a virtual reality experience at the Gondola Yard of Venice Gallery. With a VR headset, see Piazza San Marco as it once was, imagining the Basilica as the Doge's private chapel and the Palace as a medieval fortress. Choose the St. Mark's Bell Tower option for panoramic views of Venice, much like viewing New York City from above. An elevator ride to the top offers breathtaking vistas of the domes, St. Mark's Square, and the lagoon. Enhance your visit with an audio guide and digital map for deeper insights.

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

This small-group tour helps you to check off two of Venice’s top attractions in a day, with skip-the-line entry included to save time waiting in long lines. Start by exploring Doge’s Palace with your guide, then after a lunch break ( 1 hr and 20 minutes ) , stroll through the spectacular St. Mark’s Basilica, all with fascinating commentary throughout, and a chance to see some hidden gems of Venice too. Combine two best-selling Venice tours in a day Skip the line at two top attractions: Doge's Palace and St Mark’s Basilica Admire the extravagant interiors of St Mark’s Basilica A small group means more attention from your guide The tour starts at 11.10am and ends at 4.30pm with 1,30 hrs lunch break in between tours.

This is a private  6-hour guided walking tour of Venice and includes a trip on one of the city’s iconic gondolas. The tour includes skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doges Palace. You see many of Venice’s famous landmarks including the Rialto Bridge and what better way  to end the tour than a leisurely trip along Venice’s canals on a gondola!  Entrance fees are included.

Skip the line at the Doge’s Palace, and discover the center of the political power of Venice during its golden age. On this 1-hour tour, admire masterpieces by artists such as Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto, and see richly decorated rooms, sumptuous sculptures, and decorative elements. Accompanied by a guide, you'll become immersed in the fascinating history of Venice as you cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and visit the dungeons where Giacomo Casanova was imprisoned. Select a departure time when booking.

Unlock the secrets of Venice in just 3 unforgettable hours. Step into the heart of the floating city and discover its rich past through two of its most iconic landmarks: the Doge’s Palace and the majestic St Mark’s Basilica. Meet your expert guide in St Mark’s Square and get immersed in centuries of political and religious power. Skip the lines to explore the Doge’s Palace: grand halls, secret prisons, and masterpieces by Titian and Tintoretto. Then access St Mark’s Basilica and its exclusive terraces — a rare, breathtaking view over the city. This small-group tour is only in English to ensure a high-quality, engaging experience. Ideal for art lovers and first-time visitors. Looking for the full Venice experience? Choose the 7-hour upgrade: start with a walking tour through hidden alleys and iconic sights, enjoy a 30-min gondola ride, and then join the same guided visit of Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. Select the correct option at checkout for the full experience.

Enjoy your time in Venice and learn about the city history with professional local tour guide in your language. Explore Venice with a walking tour that includes skip the lines entry to St. Mark’s Basilica and popular Doge’s Palace. Admire the beauty of Venice thousands canals and learn about the city best secrets.

Explore Venice's top sites with a guided tour of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Discover the grandeur of the former Venetian rulers' residence and marvel at the Basilica's stunning mosaics. Then, visit Murano and Burano islands. Watch a live glassblowing demonstration in Murano and enjoy a picturesque walking tour of colorful Burano. Immerse yourself in Venice's rich history and vibrant island culture on this unforgettable tour. ATTENTION: Starting from November, the tour will be divided into two days with the following schedule: FIRST DAY: St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Guided Visit SECOND DAY: Murano & Burano Islands Guided Visit

Step into the heart of Venice and explore its most iconic landmarks, museums, and churches—all with just one pass. The Venice City Pass gives you priority access to top attractions like the majestic Doge’s Palace, a guided walking tour through the city’s charming streets, and an unforgettable gondola ride along the Grand Canal. Sail to the picturesque islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello and discover the beauty that lies beyond the city. With access to over 30 attractions, the Venice City Pass lets you enjoy as much as you want—without the limits of traditional tickets. Save over 60% compared to individual bookings and take the time to plan your perfect city adventure. Available for 1 to 5 days, the pass offers the flexibility to match your travel style. From canals to bridges, historic buildings to hidden gems—Venice awaits. Optional: add a public transportation ticket and explore even more with ease.

Enjoy this combined guided walking and the best way to see Venice, part of our tour is off the beaten track and away from the main tourist sites giving you a great overview of the city, also included on the tour are two of the most important monuments in Venice, we skip the line into Saint Marks Basilica and the Doges Palace. A combined walking city tour that allows you to discover the most important historical places and buildings of Venice. This guided tour is divided into three parts. The tour starts with a historical introduction of St. Marks’s Square, and its architectural delights. You will be lead then by a professional guide through the most characteristic places around the areas of Saint Mark's Square and Castello. After this walk you will visit the the Doge's Palace, once the seat of the power of the Republic of Venice, and to conclude, a visit to the interiors of Saint Mark's Basilica, with is golden mosaics and its byzantine history.

Discover Venice’s most iconic landmarks and enjoy a quintessential gondola ride on this exclusive private tour. With your expert guide, explore St. Mark’s Basilica, admiring its dazzling golden mosaics, the Pala d’Oro, and the panoramic views from the Loggia dei Cavalli. Step into the grandeur of the Doge’s Palace, once the heart of Venetian political power, and uncover the secrets of the Doges, the magnificent Great Council Hall, and the stories behind the Bridge of Sighs. End your experience with a relaxing 30-minute gondola ride, drifting through the hidden canals of Venice, surrounded by historic palaces and breathtaking scenery. A perfect combination of history, art, and romance, designed for an unforgettable Venetian adventure.

Do not miss this memorable guided tour which combines two of Venice’s quintessential landmarks such as the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica with a shared gondola ride. Enjoy a 1-hour guided tour of the Doge's Palace to the discovery of its artistic treasures by Sansovino and Tintoretto, and cross the infamous Bridge of Sighs to visit the New Prisons. You will then spend 1 hour in St. Mark's Basilica and its Museum and admire its exquisite mosaics and masterpieces, and you will have the chance to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic vista from the external terrace. The journey culminates with a 30-minute shared gondola ride, for up to 5 people, weaving through the enchanting canals of Venice.

This tour is all about making sure you experience the best of Venice in a single day –nearly an impossible task! You will see the world-famous St Mark’s Square— probably one of Italy’s most iconic locations and Venice’s largest urban open space. This square is enclosed by the astonishing St Mark’s Basilica and the magnificent Doge’s Palace. Not only will you visit St Mark’s Basilica but also explore the Doge’s Palace, which rises majestically above the waters of the Grand Canal on St Mark’s Square. It remains one of the best examples of Venetian gothic architecture. Your guide will be sure to show you the highlights, including the Rialto Bridge, famed as the oldest bridge to cross the Grand Canal. You will also visit the breathtaking building of the Frari Church, and the Accademia bridge, and expertly navigate the charming alleyways of the neighbourhoods of San Polo, Dorsoduro, San Marco and Castello.

A tour to explore the Venice of the Doges through its symbolic palace and a pleasant gondola ride. The tour is composed of two parts: the first one consists of a gondola ride on the Grand Canal and hidden canals around St. Mark's area, while during the second part of the tour you will visit the famous Doge’s Palace.

Explore the best of Venice on this complete half-day tour: guided walk between St Mark’s Square and the Rialto area, avoid the long lines to enter St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace and enjoy a fascinating visit of the most famous attractions of Venice.

Discover the magic of Venice on this immersive small-group tour—all while avoiding the hassle of planning your day. This experience is perfect for travelers who want a comprehensive yet intimate look at Venice in a single day. From grandiose St. Mark's Square and the halls of the Doge's Palace to the historic glass factories of Murano island, you'll leave no stone unturned on your exploration of the Floating City. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories to help you make the most of your time in Venice, and you'll enjoy stunning views of the shimmering Venetian Lagoon from the water on a private boat.

If this is your first time visiting Venice, this is half-day tour is the perfect experience to discover two of the city’s must-see sites: St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, and to explore the best of the city of canals in a short amount of time. Your tour begins with a wow – at the heart of the world-famous St Mark’s Square. Probably one of Italy’s most iconic locations and Venice’s largest urban open space, this square is enclosed by the stunning St Mark’s Basilica and the absolutely magnificent Doge’s Palace, both of which you will visit with your private guide. Then, your guide will take you off the beaten path for a leisurely stroll as you head towards Venice’s most iconic bridge – the Rialto. Famous for being the oldest bridge to cross the Grand Canal, its arcade full of small souvenir shops. After walking across this fantastic bridge, your tour will end with magnificent views of the Grand Canal.