St. Mark's Basilica After-Hours Tour

From€169
1 hour
Venice, Italy

About this activity

Experience St. Mark's Basilica in Venice after hours with an expert guide, exploring its treasures without the usual crowds.

Highlights

  • Explore St. Mark's Basilica after hours
  • Admire the Pala d'Oro altarpiece
  • Discover the Basilica's rich history
  • Enjoy a small-group experience
  • Capture stunning photos without crowds

Full description

Step into the heart of Venice's history with an exclusive after-hours tour of St. Mark's Basilica. As the sun sets, the Basilica's golden mosaics and intricate architecture come to life in a serene atmosphere. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll delve into the Basilica's rich past, marvel at the Pala d'Oro altarpiece, and explore the Treasury's sacred artifacts. This intimate small-group experience offers unparalleled access to one of Venice's most iconic landmarks, allowing you to appreciate its beauty and history without the usual daytime crowds. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with Venice's heritage in a way few ever do.

Included / Excluded

  • Exclusive after-hours access to St. Mark's Basilica
  • Guided tour with expert insights
  • Visit to the Pala d'Oro and Treasury
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

Museo Correr, P.za San Marco, 52, 30124 Venezia, VE, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately.
  • The Basilica is a place of worship; maintain respectful behavior.
  • The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves some walking.
  • Bring a valid ID for entry.
  • Photography is allowed; however, tripods and flash are prohibited.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Please Note: due to these unprecedented times and unexpected regulation changes, some areas may not be accessible if the venue can not guarantee social distancing for that part of the tour.
  • 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.
  • There is no photography allowed inside St Marks Basilica.
  • 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

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Would recommend Saint Mark’s VIP Night Tour

The small group after-hours tour of Saint Mark’s Basilica was fantastic! It was beautiful seeing the Basilica with the lights turned on. Filippo was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable.

768chelseazSep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Nico is the best!

My family and I attended this tour with our magnificent guide, Nico. He was kind, answered all our questions, and was enthusiastic the entire tour. Highly recommend this experience for the church as well as Nico!

elizabetht229Sep 8, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Night Tour at St.Marks

Toured with Nico who was amazing. Funny and very informative. Made the experience!

brianat536Sep 8, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Magical experience, ok guide

Seeing St. Mark’s at night with the lights turning on one section by section (and without the crowds) was absolutely magical. We were not impressed by the tour guide though. While his knowledge and technical expertise was adequate, he kept insulting the Catholic Church, which ruined the experience for our Catholic family.

Sarah_WAug 21, 2026VIATOR

Spectacular!

We really enjoyed our evening tour of St. Marks basilica…it was so nice being inside without the crowd and seeing the mosaics lit up in the evening light! Romy gave us such a nice tour and pointed out so many details! She did a great job! We highly recommend this tour

Tammy RAug 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please Note: due to these unprecedented times and unexpected regulation changes, some areas may not be accessible if the venue can not guarantee social distancing for that part of the tour. 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. There is no photography allowed inside St Marks Basilica. An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.