Venice Doges Palace St Marks Basilica Guided Tour

Our Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica tour is perfect for visitors with only a limited time in Venice, who want to get a true taste of the city. In just a few hours we take you to the most famous sites of the city, seeing the Rialto Bridge and venturing inside St, Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.

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!

Take a 2-hour tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Cathedral, two must-visit Venice monuments. With a guide, you’ll follow in the footsteps of the Venetian doges, the elected officials who ruled the city for centuries. A tour not only to see Venice, but to experience this city through its history and glorious past, still shining in its historical sites and legendary characters.

The greatness of Venice has always been reflected in the richness of St. Mark’s Basilica, the perfect synthesis of Venetian art and a unique blend of Byzantine, Romanesque and Gothic elements. Five Oriental-looking domes crown the shadowy, mysterious interior gleaming with golden mosaics, coloured marbles, precious stones and pearls, and guarded by the four gilded bronze horses that stand proudly atop the central entrance. The glittering mosaics of the interior tell the story of St. Mark and episodes from the Bible. We enter the Doge’s Palace, the highest achievement of Gothic architecture in Venice, through the Porta del Frumento (Corn Door) on the waterfront. The monumental complex was the symbol and center of the political and administrative life of the Serenissima. At once the Doge’s residence, seat of government and court of justice and prisons, the Palace was for centuries the symbol of the wealth and power of the Venetian Republic.

Admire the golden mosaics, stunning Byzantine architecture, and impressive collection of artworks. Enhance your visit with an audio guide, available in multiple languages, to uncover the basilica's secrets, stories, and artistic details at your own pace. Next, continue to the Doge's Palace, a symbol of the Venetian Republic's power and grandeur. Your priority ticket grants you quick access, so you can explore without delay. A detailed printed guide will accompany you, sharing the history of the Doges, the palace's artistic masterpieces, and the intriguing political events that shaped Venice. Optimize your Venice visit with our priority admission tickets, complete with a special audio guide, for a seamless, informative, and unforgettable experience at St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. Continue your journey with an exciting 3D experience at the History Hall. With the VR headset, step back in time to see Piazza San Marco and its iconic monuments as they once were.

Skip the long lines and uncover Venice’s most iconic landmarks on this guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Start in St. Mark’s Square, the heart of Venice, before stepping into the Doge’s Palace, where opulent halls and political intrigue shaped the Venetian Republic. Admire stunning masterpieces that once impressed foreign ambassadors and walk the same corridors as the city’s rulers. Then, bypass the crowds and enter St. Mark’s Basilica, where golden mosaics shimmer under the light, creating an almost otherworldly glow. Spot hidden saints in the mosaics and uncover the mystery of the famous bronze horses that have traveled the world. Your journey doesn’t end there—your ticket includes free entry to three museums in St. Mark’s Square, revealing rare manuscripts and Venetian history. Want to take your experience to the next level? Upgrade for exclusive access to St. Mark’s panoramic terrace and soak in the best views of Venice from above!

Securing tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica can be challenging, especially during busy seasons, with long queues and limited availability on-site. Our skip-the-line ticket offers a stress-free solution, allowing you to bypass the crowds and enjoy a seamless entry. Paired with our carefully designed audioguide, which is continuously refined for the best experience, you’ll gain fascinating insights into Venice’s history and culture. Our dedicated staff will assist you at the meeting point, helping you set up the audioguide app, providing internet access, and ensuring your visit begins smoothly. This ticket is ideal for those who value flexibility, offering the freedom to explore at your own pace while enjoying an immersive, enriching journey through Venice’s iconic landmarks.

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

Discover a guided tour through Venice's iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the city's rich history and culture. Begin at the Doge's Palace, the heart of Venetian authority, then cross the historic Bridge of Sighs. Explore the magnificent Basilica of San Marco with its breathtaking 9th-century mosaics. Finally, uncover the secrets of Murano glassmaking at a historic factory.

This Walking Tour will lead you directly to the heart of Venice, to St Mark’s square, center of the political and religious power of the Serenissima Republic.  An expert guide will tell you the history and the curiosities of one of the most beautiful squares in the world, that over the centuries has undergone countless transformations linked to important historical events

Immerse yourself in the history of Venice by taking part in this two-hour visit to the most prestigious attractions of the city: the Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica of which you will be accessing the museum & terrace. You will start your tour with a visit to one of the most breath-taking buildings of Venice: the Doge’s Palace, residence of the Doge and seat of local magistrates until the fall of the Venetian Republic. The Palace houses many extraordinary masterpieces that you will have the opportunity to admire up close, like the Giants’ and the Golden Staircases or the canvas that portray the Paradise by the famous painter Tintoretto. You will also cross the Bridge of Sighs and tour the New Prisons where, during the Serenissima, the criminals were detained. Afterwards, your guide will take you to St Mark's Basilica. You will visit the naves on the ground floor, the Museum, located on the first floor, and the terrace, from where you can admire St Mark's Square from above.

Dive deep into Venice’s history with a 3-hour guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge's Palace. Visit St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the world’s most stunning churches. As the name suggests, this cathedral is bound tightly to Venice’s patron, St. Mark, and the saint's remains are in fact here. Admire the breathtaking golden mosaics covering the high walls, which together with gold, silver, glass, and precious materials combine to create one of the major treasures of the Basilica. See the Pala d’Oro, an altarpiece made from hundreds of pieces of enamel on a golden leaf. ✔ Skip the lines to enter the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica ✔ Walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs ✔ Pass through impressive halls where the doges ruled the Most Serene Republic of Venice ✔ Walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs ✔Admire the golden mosaics and treasures of St. Mark’s Basilica

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.

Discover Venice like never before on a small-group guided tour with priority access to St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica and its terrace, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Uncover the secrets of St. Mark’s Square, step inside the Doge’s Palace, and cross the Bridge of Sighs, following the path of past prisoners. Marvel at the golden mosaics of St. Mark’s Basilica, then ascend to its terrace for stunning views over Piazza San Marco and the lagoon. Enhance your experience with the Venice History Gallery VR and Marco Polo, an AI-powered guide, for self-exploration. Skip the lines and dive into Venice’s legendary past!

Join to the half day tour in the heart of Venice: walking tour of Piazza San Marco and Rialto and visit to the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. The guided visit begins in Piazza San Marco where you will discover the history of the main highlights and, then proceeds until Rialto bridge, admiring the lovely spots and fascinating campi and campielli. Later, the guide will bring you inside the marvelous Doge’s Palace with the fine decorated halls of power, the Golden Staircase and the most famous artworks of Tiepolo. Cross the infamous Bridge of Sighs to reach the old prisons where only Casanova managed to escape! The last but not the least point of the visit is the breathtaking St. Mark’s Basilica: enter inside the Basilica to see its golden mosaics! Discover its secrets, history and admire the many artworks as the five domes covered by gold. Enjoy the audio guide to visit more than 200 Venice highlights by yourself!

Discover Venice like never before on a small-group guided tour with priority access to St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica and its terrace, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Uncover the secrets of St. Mark’s Square, step inside the Doge’s Palace, and cross the Bridge of Sighs, following the path of past prisoners. Marvel at the golden mosaics of St. Mark’s Basilica, then ascend to its terrace for stunning views over Piazza San Marco and the lagoon. Enhance your experience with the Venice History Gallery VR and Marco Polo, an AI-powered guide, for self-exploration. Skip the lines and dive into Venice’s legendary past!

Enjoy a visit to the Doge’s Palace, the seat of Venetian political power. Admire its marvelous rooms full of history and masterpieces of paintings. Visit St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the most majestic cathedrals in the world. Enjoy the visit of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, unique of its kind in Italy. Have the pleasure to savor beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, your guide will show you the represented biblical scenes, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica. Have a gondola tour along the Grand Canal and minor canals.

Avoid the long lines and discover 2 of Venice’s most important treasures on this walking tour. Meet your guide at Doge’s Palace and walk straight past the long lines of tourists. Walk through what used to be the home of the Dukes of Venice and learn more about this symbol of the city from your guide’s detailed commentary as you admire the numerous Renaissance frescoes located in the building.   Continue your visit to St Mark’s Basilica, where you will once again skip the lines of tourists. Admire the church’s famous gold mosaics and listen to your guide as they explain the meaning of each of these mosaics.   Finally, enjoy a walking tour of Venice’s most important locations, learning more about its exotic history and transformation throughout the years as you stroll through its picturesque canals.

Discover Venice like never before on a small-group guided tour, exploring St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. With priority access, skip the lines and dive into the city's fascinating history. Start in St. Mark’s Square, where your expert guide unveils its transformation from a medieval marketplace to the heart of Venetian power. Step inside the Doge’s Palace, where lavish halls and priceless art reveal tales of intrigue and rule. Cross the Bridge of Sighs, retracing the final steps of prisoners before reaching the dark, eerie cells below. Marvel at the golden mosaics of St. Mark’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine grandeur. Then, step into magic with the Venice History Gallery VR experience. Receive Marco Polo, an AI-powered guide for self-exploration. Don’t miss this immersive journey through Venice’s legendary past!

Embark on an authentic journey through Europe where culture, history, and gastronomy come alive in an unexpected way. Our exclusive tours invite you to venture beyond the well-trodden paths, revealing hidden gems and breathtaking landscapes that showcase the true charm of each region. With a diverse selection of thoughtfully crafted itineraries available year-round, we can customize your adventure to reflect the interests of your group. Dive into the heart of Venetian history and art with a private guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Basilica. Explore the former seat of power, adorned with opulent frescoes, grand staircases, and secret passageways. Cross the Bridge of Sighs to learn about its somber past. Then, be amazed by the golden mosaics covering 4,000 square meters in Saint Mark’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture and devotion. Your Adventure. Our Expertise. Tour Up in Europe