Venezia Trip Overview
Enjoy a comprehensive and engaging tour of Venice’s two most famous sites, Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, in an intimate group of only 6 people, or in your very own private tour – we offer both options! Savor the privileges of an intimate tour with skip-the-line access to one of the world’s most famous basilicas and journey through Venice’s most historical landmarks accompanied, all by a local, expert and professional guide.
Highlights include the breathtaking views from Saint Mark’s panoramic terraces, the Bridge of Sighs, and the scary prisons of the Doge’s Palace, its impressive Gun Room and magnificent Hall of Great Council.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Venezia, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Venezia, Veneto, Italy
Enjoy a comprehensive and engaging tour of Venice’s two most famous sites, Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, in an intimate group of only 6 people, or in your very own private tour – we offer both options! Savor the privileges of an intimate tour with skip-the-line access to one of the world’s most famous basilicas and journey through Venice’s most historical landmarks accompanied, all by a local, expert and professional guide.
Highlights include the breathtaking views from Saint Mark’s panoramic terraces, the Bridge of Sighs, and the scary prisons of the Doge’s Palace, its impressive Gun Room and magnificent Hall of Great Council.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy
Your Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Tour will begin in Saint Mark’s square, where you will meet your guide and join your exclusively Small Group of MAX 6 people, or your very own Private Group, both options are available!
Begin your adventure into two of Venice’s most famous sites in this most iconic and picture perfect square, learning all about its architecture, history and anecdotes.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, Piazza San Marco 328, 30124 Venice Italy
Your first official stop will be Saint Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy exclusive and privileged skip the (long) line access, and enter straight into what is also known as the Golden Basilica. Here, your guide will show you and guide you through the interior of this incredible church, musing on its history, anecdotes, and the many eras it has seen in its hundreds of years of existence. You will surely be stunned by the thousands and thousands of square feet of pure golden mosaics that completely cover the basilica’s interior. There is quite literally no other place like this!
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Doge’s Palace, Piazza San Marco, 1, 30124 Venice Italy
Exit the Basilica, and continue your tour by enjoying once again exclusive access to the Doge’s Palace, seat of Venice’s government for centuries. You will be amazed by the secret stories your guide shares as you walk through the Doge’s private, luxurious apartments and powerful halls such as the Hall of the Great Council.
Continue to explore the palace with a visit to the scary, dark and gory prison. After seeing the impressive collection of weapons, you will then stop at the notorious Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy the view and snap some perfect pictures for your album at home.
Duration: 50 minutes
