Venice in a Day with St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, & Gondola Ride
Highlights
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Guided walking tour exploring history & top sights of Venice
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Skip-the-Line access at Doge's Palace
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Iconic gondola ride along the Grand Canal with 5 people
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Gape at the incredible works of art at St. Mark’s Basilica
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Group of 20 people or fewer & expert local guide
Summary
Tour info
Campo San Giacomo di Rialto 255, (entrance of the Church of San Giacometto), Venice, 30125, IT
P.za San Marco, 1, (Doge's Palace), Venice, 30124, IT
Why take this tour?
Your tour starts at ground level with a guided walking tour of the city's most famous and most interesting sights. See the Rialto Bridge and learn about Venice's food culture at the Rialto Fish Market.
Along the way hear tales of famous Venetians like Marco Polo as well as how Venice came to be—and how it survived against the odds. As your walking tour ends, take a gondola ride and cruise along the Grand Canal and into the quieter back canals of the city with a maximum of 5 people per vessel.
After a short break for a snack on your own, reconvene at St. Mark's Square and enter St. Mark's Basilica to explore its stunning history, architecture, and art with your guide. Get up close to the beautiful gold mosaics with special first-floor access.
Then it's on to Venice's other top sight—the Doge's Palace. Skip the line with pre-reserved tickets and enjoy the benefit of having an expert local guide as you navigate council rooms, audience halls, and masterpieces by Veronese and Tintoretto.
What’s included?
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Local English-speaking guide -
Expertly guided walking tour -
Skip the line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica -
Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace -
Gondola Ride -
Headset -
Gratuities
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Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
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Lunch
Things to know
Before you book
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Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
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Sites visited on this tour occasionally close due to holy days, high tides, and/or flooding. If time permits, we will notify you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. If a site closes, you will tour the exterior of the site.
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During times of high tides, flooding, or heavy rain, the gondola ride may be substituted for another experience.
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Large bags and backpacks cannot be accommodated on this tour.
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This tour allows time to eat lunch on your own with recommendations from your guide. Before lunch, your guide will share a meeting time and location and you will need to arrive at this location on your own.
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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.
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Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Before you go
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This tour is in English.
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This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
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This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
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If you cannot join your tour (running late, etc.) please contact us. We may be able to reschedule your tour (with an amendment fee) depending on availability.
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Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible. Those with wheelchairs should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
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Due to the religious nature of sites on this tour, all individuals (regardless of gender) must cover their shoulders and knees. It is acceptable to bring extra coverings to put on just before entering a holy site. Walks cannot be responsible for anyone denied entry.
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Sites visited on this tour occasionally close due to holy days, high tides, and/or flooding. If time permits, we will notify you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time. If a site closes, you will tour the exterior of the site.
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During times of high tides, flooding, or heavy rain, the gondola ride may be substituted for another experience.
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Large bags and backpacks cannot be accommodated on this tour.
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This tour allows time to eat lunch on your own with recommendations from your guide. Before lunch, your guide will share a meeting time and location and you will need to arrive at this location on your own.
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Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Redemption information
Mobile tickets will be accepted
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
Pricing
PRICING VALID FROM 1ST OF JANUARY 2024 UNTIL 31ST OF MARCH 2024
PRICING VALID FROM 1ST OF APRIL 2024 UNITL THE 30TH OF SEPTEMBER 2024
PRICING VALID FROM 1ST OF OCTOBER 2024 UNTIL THE 31ST OF DECEMBER 2024
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