Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour

Meet the local guide and start an incredible journey through history and art to discover two of the most famous places in Venice. First, Doge's palace and second, Saint Mark's basilica. Doge's palace is a stunning building embellished by the most famous Italian artists of 1500. Masterpieces of Italian painters such as Tintoretto, Tiziano and Veronese are preserved in this place. Discover the secrets of Venice governments, visit the prisons and listen to legends around this palace. Many legends and stories populate the palace and the prisons. See how the prisoners lived and cross the Bridge of Sighs, like they used to do in the past.

Continue the tour visiting Saint Mark’s basilica, a beautiful cathedral built during a thousand year that preserves an invaluable treasure made of golden mosaics, masterpieces of Venetian artisans. Finally, reach St.Mark museum and the panoramic terrace to admire the amazing view on Saint Mark's square.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Underage customers must be accompanied by an adult
Saint Mark's cathedral and Doge's palace can be closed to the public in case of high tides. In this case, we will communicate it to the participants as soon as possible and we will arrange an alternative.
This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
Please remember that you have to follow a precise dress code for the Basilica entrance: shoulders, knees and thighs need to be covered so please avoid short dresses, tank tops, shorts and hats (for men). It is not allowed to enter with large bags, animals, weapons, lighters and scissors
We kindly inform you that the Skip the line service for St. Mark's basilica during certain periods of the year is NOT AVAILABLE
The access to guided tours and activities (whether indoor or outdoor) will be allowed only to those in possession of a Green Covid- 19 Certification (Green Pass or CDC equivalent certificate). This provision does not apply to children under 12 years old and to individuals with specific medical certification. The certification issued by the USA, Japan, Canada and Israel are also valid. The only valid certification is obtained with: 1) vaccination or 2) recovery from COVID. It is requested to show an identity document, in order to verify the actual ownership.
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers