Legendary Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour
Highlights
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Skip the line at two of Venice’s most visited sights.
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Join a local Venetian guide for an incredible tour.
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Go behind the scenes of St. Mark's Basilica.
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Step out onto the basilica balcony for an exclusive view.
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Visit the opulent Doge's Palace & the bleak New Prisons.
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Admire spectacular frescoes by Veronese and Tintoretto.
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Walk across the Bridge of Sighs from the inside.
Summary
Tour info
Piazza San Marco, Venice, IT, 30124, IT
Why take this tour?
Exclusive Early Entry to Doge's Palace: Stand alone and take a breath in the Doge's Palace having had the door opened exclusively for your group - an hour before the general public arrives! Note: This is only possible with the 8:00 AM booking time.
What’s included?
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Local English-speaking guide -
Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica -
Exclusive access to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica -
Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace -
Headset (when necessary) -
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
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Lunch
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Gratuities
Things to know
Before you book
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Unfortunately, sections of St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace are not wheelchair accessible, therefore we're unable to accommodate wheelchair users or strollers on this tour.
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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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Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and/or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
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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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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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The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
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Photography is not permitted inside St. Mark's Basilica.
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Backpacks are prohibited inside St. Mark's Basilica.
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St. Mark's Basilica can be subject to unforeseen closures due to liturgical celebrations. In this event, your guide will give the tour from the exterior of the Basilica.
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This tour runs rain or shine but St. Mark's and the Doge's Palace are subject to closure due to high tides. In this event, we will contact clients as soon as possible to arrange a suitable alternative.
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Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and/or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
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
Tickets will be held at the box office
Pricing
LEGENDARY VENICE - 9:30AM, 11AM AND 2PM DEPARTURES
LEGENDARY VENICE - 8.00 AM DEPARTURE TIME
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