Why choose this Venice tour ?
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.
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What makes Basilica, Doge’s Palace, History Gallery & Bell Tower Option a unique experience ?
Visit the imposing Doge’s Palace with its marvelous rooms rich of artistic artwork made by famous venetian artists. You will discover the halls of power where the Doge and the highest politicians decided the faith of the Venice Republic. In these rooms you will be stunned in front of the “Last Judgment” by Tintoretto, one of the largest paintings in the world. Then the guide will escort you down in the old venetian prisons, passing through the magnificent Bridge of Sighs!
The guided visit will proceed to the Basilica of Saint Mark, known also as the Golden Basilica, thanks to its uncountable mosaics made of pure gold! The guide will explain the history and meaning of the masterpieces that decorate the cathedral.
(OUTSIDE TOUR IF THE BELL TOWER OPTION IS SELECTED)
The two symbols of Venice are in the middle of the marvelous Saint Mark’s Square.
St. Mark’s Bell Tower option for breathtaking views of Venice from above, including the domes of St. Mark’s Basilica, St. Mark’s Square, and the lagoon. An elevator ride takes you to the top, offering a unique panorama. Standing at 98 meters, the campanile is the tallest structure in Venice.
(SELECTING THE BELL TOWER OPTION YOU WILL ENJOY THE ST. MARK’S BASILICA VISIT FROM OUTSIDE ONLY)
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of unplanned religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed to the day after otherwise it will be refunded)
- For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
- Comfortable shoes suggested.
- On Sundays, feast days and in case of unplanned religious celebrations the Basilica tour foresees the visit with direct access to the Terrace and to St. Mark’s Museum situated on the first floor.
- Due to the security reason, luggage and bags are not allowed inside the Basilica
- Please note that the Marciana Library is closed on Sundays
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Doge Palace +Basilica
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Shared Guided Tour: Choose this option to visit the most iconic spots of Doge’s Palace and the Golden St. Mark’s Cathedral (terrace not included) - Doge Palace + Basilica
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Shared Guided Visit: Choose this option to visit the most iconic spots of Doge’s Palace and the Golden St. Mark’s Cathedral (terrace not included) - Bell Tower+ Doge Pal.+Basilica
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Shared Guided Visit: The tour consists of a guided visit to the Doge’s Palace & Basilica with entrance to the Bell Tower. - Basilica + Doge’s Pal. + Lunch
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Shared Tour (NO BELL TOWER): Legendary Tour to Doge’s Palace and the St. Mark’s Cathedral with terrace. Your table at illy Caffè is booked at 1 pm. - Bell Tower -Doge Pal.-Basilica
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Shared Guided Visit: The tour consists of a guided visit to the Doge’s Palace & Basilica with entrance to the Bell Tower.
Basilica, Doge’s Palace, History Gallery & Bell Tower Option Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Bridge of Sighs Entrance
- St. Mark’s Cathedral Terrace Entrance Ticket (if Legendary Tour Option is selected)
- Skip the line ticket to Marciana Library (Closed on Sundays)
- Bell Tower Visit (if the option is selected the Basilica visit will be guided from the OUTSIDE ONLY)
- Lunch (if option is selected)
- Skip the Line Ticket to Doge’s Palace
- Guided tour by a qualified guide to Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Cathedral (if option is selected)
- Skip the line ticket to Archeological Museum
- Skip the line Ticket to the St. Mark’s Cathedral (if option is selected)
- History Gallery – Venice in the past VR Experience
- Skip the line Ticket to Royal Palace – Correr Museum (Empress Sissi Rooms & Napoleon Dancing Hall)
Not Included
- Hotel pickup & Drop Off
- Food & Drinks
- Guided Tour to Royal Palace – Correr Museum
- Guided Tour to Marciana Library
- Guided Tour to Archeological Museum
- Basilica Admission if the Bell Tower option is selected
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by CITY TOURS CO. LTD.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 225 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of unplanned religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed to the day after otherwise it will be refunded)
• During some days of high turnout or for reasons of force majeure (for example high tide or security problems) the waiting time to access St. Mark’s Basilica might be longer than expected: in this case, please line up and respect the instructions provided by the guide.
• For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
• You are kindly requested to be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the departure
• If the lunch option is selected your table is booked for you at 1:00 PM at illy Caffè (Giardini Reali, few steps from St. Mark’s Square)
