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Majestic St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour + History Gallery

45 minutes

Easy

Enjoy a guided tour of one of the most spectacular cathedrals in the world! Together with an expert guide at your side, immerse yourself in the Byzantine art that makes this masterpiece a unique experience in Venice!

Discover one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks with skip-the-line access to the Doge’s Palace, in the heart of St. Mark’s Square. 

Step inside the palace that once stood at the center of the Venetian Republic and explore a masterpiece where art, power, and history meet. Wander through magnificent halls, richly decorated chambers, and monumental staircases, and uncover the stories of the Doges, the secrets of the Republic, and the grandeur of one of Italy’s most extraordinary palaces. Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and enter the historic prisons, where Casanova himself was once held.

Your visit is enriched by a digital audio guide created by an expert Venetian storyteller, designed to reveal the hidden details, legends, and atmosphere of this remarkable place in a clear and engaging way.

Your ticket also includes access to the former Royal Palace, now part of the Correr Museum, located just opposite the Doge’s Palace. 

This refined residence offers a fascinating journey into a different side of Venetian history. Admire Napoleon’s grand ballroom, explore the elegant apartments of Empress Sissi of Austria, and experience the charm of an imperial palace overlooking St. Mark’s Square. 

To complete your visit, relax at the museum café and enjoy one of the most exclusive views in Venice of St Mark's Square.


Refundable Tickets must be redeemed at Venice Tours Ticket Office in Calle De Le Rasse, 4536 (VE).

What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee
  • 45-minute shared guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Skip-the-line ticket to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Audio-receiver devices (for groups over 10 people)
  • San Marco History Gallery : Venice in the past, a 3D Journey across the Centuries
Exclusions
  • Food & drinks
  • Access to Pala D'Oro
  • Access to St. Mark's Museum & Terrace
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Please note
  • Dress code
  • 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 tour is NOT private but is shared with other participants.
  • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
  • For the visit to the basilica, clothing appropriate to the place of worship is required (NO bare legs and shoulders)
  • On some high turnout days or for reasons of force majeure (e.g. high tide or security problems) the waiting time for access to St Mark's Basilica may be longer than expected: in this case, please get in line and respect the instructions provided by the guide
  • Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to staff)
  • Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the departure time.
What to bring

    Comfortable shoes