Venice: St Mark’s Basilica After-Hours Tour with Optional Doge’s Palace

Explore St Mark’s Basilica without the crowds on an after-hours tour, and enjoy an optional visit to Doge’s Palace (if selected at the time of booking). Inside St Mark’s Basilica, admire treasured mosaics and a Byzantine altarpiece, and then follow your guide into the crypt where St Mark himself is believed to rest.
Upgrade for late access to the Doge’s Palace by selecting the upgrade option at time of booking. With this option learn about the Higher Council Hall, the Doge’s apartments, and the Bridge of Sighs as you explore.

Please note that there may be a break of up to 1 hour between your Doge’s Palace tour and your exclusive After Hour Visit, due to temporary earlier closing time at the Doge’s Palace. Your guide in this case will provide bar/restaurant recommendations

Piazza San Marco

Exterior view & Photo stop

Basilica di San Marco, Veneto

Inside, take a deep breath. You’re experiencing St. Mark’s Basilica as almost nobody else does, or ever has ever been able to (aside from the Doge himself)—empty! No standing elbow-to-elbow with other tourists, no seeing the church as if through a strobe light from hundreds of popping flashbulbs, no noise from the crowds. Instead, you’re alone with your guide and the custodian. So you can experience the basilica as it should be experienced: in tranquility and peace.

The Doge Palace visit is included only when selecting the St. Mark’s with Doge’s Palace option at time of booking.

Upgrade for late access to the Doge’s Palace by selecting the upgrade option at time of booking. With this option visit the armory, New Prisons and incredible council rooms and frescos of Palazzo Ducale. Travelling in small groups of 15 people or fewer, you’ll enter the Palace at the last entry time, finding one of Venice’s most popular attractions much quieter than at other times during the day.

The Torre d’Orologio is included with the Doge Palace option only.

The Bridge of sights visit is included with the Doge Palace option only.

On this guided tour you’ll have the opportunity to explore the massive armory, and the spooky prisons. Finish with a visit inside the Bridge of Sighs, where your guide will tell you why it’s not quite as romantic as you thought.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
• Due to the religious nature of the Basilica, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. A scarf or shawl is acceptable. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
• No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.
• If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark’s Basilica and/or Doge’s Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
• This tour is in English.
• This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

• St Mark’s Basilica standalone
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  Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
  St. Mark’s Basilica standalone: This tour visits St. Mark’s Basilica after hours and does not include the Doge’s Palace.
• St. Mark’s with Doge’s Palace
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  This tour visits St. Mark’s Basilica after-hours and includes the Doge’s Palace.
  
  Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

• Professional guide
• Doge’s Palace tickets (only if option with Doge Palace purchased at time of booking)
• Small groups of 25 people or fewer
• After-hours St. Mark’s Basilica tickets

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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• Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
• Due to the religious nature of St. Mark’s Basilica, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering St. Mark’s. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
• Large bags and backpacks cannot be brought into St. Mark’s Basilica.
• Photography is not permitted inside the Basilica.
• Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
• If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). The guide will modify the itinerary to include alternate dry paths whenever possible.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Walks – Italy, Spain & Greece.
• 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 1253 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.