Private After-Hours Tour of Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace
- Explore St. Mark's Basilica after hours
- Learn from an expert guide
- Experience Venice's landmarks with fewer crowds
- Enjoy a personalized private tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
- Expert guide providing historical insights
- Exclusive after-hours visit with fewer crowds
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Children under 6 years old can join for free; please inform in advance.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on uneven surfaces.
- Bring a valid ID for entry into the basilica.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; please follow the guide's instructions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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
- Please note that tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability
- Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
- Due to the highly variable nighttime opening and closing times of Doge’s and St. Mark’s, your tour may need to take up to a 1.5 hour break between the two sites, in which case your guide will recommend a local restaurant or bar in which to wait. In some cases, however, there will be no break. In all cases, the total duration of the guided tour will ALWAYS be three hours, regardless of the break time.
- An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Admission to St. Mark’s Basilica is included (valued from €50 per person).
Traveler reviews
Amazing!!
Pamala was great! She took us all over Venice and was very detailed about everything.
Doge Palace and St. Marks basilica with Nico
Nico was beyond incredible. His knowledge and personality made this tour one of the best I had. I definitely recommend it
Private night tour 100% worth it!
Romy was our private tour guide, she was absolutely fantastic. She was a wealth of knowledge and able to provide so much history. If you are looking for an experience that is well paced, no crowds and provides history the private night tour is 100% worth it!
Do not miss this amazing tour with Sabrina!!
We had an absolutely wonderful experience touring Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice with Sabrina! She was an exceptional guide - knowledgeable, engaging, warm, and truly passionate about the history and culture of Venice. She was so personable and made the entire tour feel special. Both the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica were absolutely breathtaking! Doge’s Palace was incredible to see with its grand halls, ornate artwork, beautiful architecture, and fascinating history. Walking across the Bridge of Sighs made the experience even more memorable. St Mark’s Basilica was simply spectacular. The stunning mosaics, intricate details, and incredible history were something you really have to see in person to appreciate. If you are visiting Venice, we highly recommend taking this tour with Sabrina.
Exclusive!!!
Beautiful tour, a thank you to Lara for having accompanied us and for having been so thorough and enthusiastic in sharing her knowledge with us. Highly recommended!