Get priority tickets for St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, including an audio guide in 5 languages and a visit to the History Hall with a 3D experience of Venice in the past.
The Iconic Duo of Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace – Priority Tickets
With fast-track entry to St. Mark's Basilica, you can bypass the queues and step directly into one of Venice's most revered landmarks. Admire the golden mosaics, stunning Byzantine architecture, and impressive collection of artworks. Enhance your experience with an audio guide, available in multiple languages, revealing the basilica's secrets, stories, and artistic details at your own pace.
Continue your journey to the Doge's Palace, the symbol of Venetian Republic's power and grandeur. Your priority ticket grants you quick access, allowing you to explore without delay. Wander through the palace's opulent rooms, grand staircases, and intricate artworks. A detailed printed guide will accompany you, sharing the history of the Doges, the palace's artistic masterpieces, and the intriguing political events that shaped Venice.
Optimize your Venice visit with our priority admission tickets, complete with a special audio guide, for a seamless, informative, and unforgettable experience at St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
Enjoy an exciting virtual reality experience at the San Marco Photo Gallery. With the VR headset on, time peels away, revealing Piazza San Marco and its iconic monuments as they once were. Picture the Basilica transformed into the Doge's private chapel and the Doge's Palace into a medieval fortress!
- Priority entrance ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
- Priority entrance ticket to Doge's Palace (Prisons & Bridge of Sighs included)
- Priority entrance ticket to St. Mark's Square Museums
- Priority entrance ticket to San Marco Photo Gallery
- Audioguide
- Live Guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry to Pala D'Oro
- Entry to St. Mark's Museum
Audio : English, Italian, French, German, Spanish
- The official St. Mark’s Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
- A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
- The price is per person.
- This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
- You will need to download an application on your smartphone in order to access the audio guide
- Your entry ticket gives you access to the ground floor of the Basilica. Entry tickets for the Pala D'Oro and St. Mark's Museum are not included
- For the visit to the Basilica, proper clothing is required (no shorts or tank tops)
- The ticket includes single admission to the Doge’s Palace and entrance to other museums
- Royal Palace (Correr Museum) ticket is included and can be used on the same day of the Doge's Palace tour or on the following day.
- The Marciana Library is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
- For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace (Free deposit available inside).
- Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to staff)
- The ticket is non-refundable. In the event of cancellation a cancellation fee of 100% of the ticket price will be applied. On line customer service 7 days a week, 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
- The tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather or exceptionally high tide (in these cases it will be rescheduled for the following day or refunded)
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
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Why Choose Us
Local Expertise: Born and based in Venice, we guide visitors through its romantic alleys, majestic palaces, and lively squares with true insider knowledge.
Ongoing Experience: Thanks to our exclusive mobile apps, the experience continues even after the tour ends—offering hidden tips, exclusive deals, and local insights.
Strategic Presence: Our offices are open 365 days a year and located in Piazza San Marco, Rialto and Piazzale Roma, with multilingual staff always ready to assist.
Tech-Driven: We leverage cutting-edge technology for seamless operations and an enhanced customer journey.
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- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: ["CULTURAL_AND_THEME_TOURS", "ARTS_AND_CULTURE", "CITY_TOURS", "MUSEUMS_AND_EXHIBITIONS"]



