Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Venice on a small group guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. With pre-reserved tickets and an expert local guide, you’ll discover the city’s major highlights and gain insider knowledge for the rest of your visit.
Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Venice on a small group guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. With pre-reserved tickets and an expert local guide, you’ll discover the city’s major highlights and gain insider knowledge for the rest of your visit.
- Venice - Embark on a 3-hour guided tour of Venice to explore the city’s major attractions with an expert guide. This tour features two essential sites: Doge’s Palace and Basilica of St. Mark, both with pre-booked tickets.
- Piazza San Marco - Meet your knowledgeable guide in the iconic St. Mark’s Square and begin your journey into “the Floating…
- Venice - Embark on a 3-hour guided tour of Venice to explore the city’s major attractions with an expert guide. This tour features two essential sites: Doge’s Palace and Basilica of St. Mark, both with pre-booked tickets.
- Piazza San Marco - Meet your knowledgeable guide in the iconic St. Mark’s Square and begin your journey into “the Floating City” and its origins.
Discover the city’s most famous public space and learn about its historical, social, and political significance.
Gain insights into the Clock Tower and the Marble Lions, both of which hold important roles in St. Mark’s history.
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Basilica di San Marco - Proceed to the Basilica of St. Mark and enter the cathedral with your pre-booked tickets.
Marvel at its vastness and the captivating golden mosaics inside. Discover the design of this monument, known as the Church of Gold, and its representation of Venetian wealth and power.
Hear the tale of the life-size Horses of St. Mark’s Basilica, considered some of Europe’s finest creations.
Get answers to all your questions and more as you join your guide on this expertly curated walking tour in Venice.
- Doge’s Palace - Leisurely follow your guide to visit the Doge’s Palace. Enter this lavish palazzo effortlessly with pre-booked tickets.
Learn about the supreme authority and affluence of the ruling Venetian Doges through the palace’s ornate Gothic architecture. Inquire about the skilled 14th-century sculptors who contributed to the palace, and enjoy breathtaking views across the Lagoon as you explore this renowned landmark.
- Bridge of Sighs - Discover why the New Prisons were constructed and grasp the significance of the Bridge of Sighs, another highlight of Venice. Listen to the remarkable story of the famous Casanova and his life in Venice.
- Museo Correr - Your Doge’s Palace admission ticket also grants access to the Correr Museum in St. Mark’s Square. Originally designed as a residence for Napoleon, it later became the Venetian residence of the King of Italy.
Typically, you can visit the Correr Museum after your tour concludes. Alternatively, you may have tickets for the following morning, depending on the timing of your booked tour.

- Expert local guide offering inside knowledge
- Enjoyable 3-hour walking tour at your own pace
- Included tickets to the Correr Museum
- Admission to the National Archaeological Museum & Biblioteca Marciana
- Pre-reserved entry to the iconic Doge’s Palace
- Intimate small group tour for a personalized experience
- Pre-reserved access to the stunning St. Mark’s Basilica
- Expert local guide offering inside knowledge
- Enjoyable 3-hour walking tour at your own pace
- Included tickets to the Correr Museum
- Admission to the National Archaeological Museum & Biblioteca Marciana
- Pre-reserved entry to the iconic Doge’s Palace
- Intimate small group tour for a personalized experience
- Pre-reserved access to the stunning St. Mark’s Basilica
- Guided Tour of Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
- Guided Tour of Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
Discover Venice on an exclusive small group guided tour, crafted for a more personalized and enriching experience. Bypass the lines with pre-booked tickets and make the most of your valuable vacation time as you explore the city’s most famous landmarks, including the stunning St. Mark’s Basilica and the renowned Doge’s Palace — all in just three…
Discover Venice on an exclusive small group guided tour, crafted for a more personalized and enriching experience. Bypass the lines with pre-booked tickets and make the most of your valuable vacation time as you explore the city’s most famous landmarks, including the stunning St. Mark’s Basilica and the renowned Doge’s Palace — all in just three memorable hours. Allow an expert local guide to bring the city’s history, art, and hidden gems to life with insider stories not found in any guidebook. Leave with a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to fully enjoy your journey through this unique Italian treasure.
- Bring your passport or ID card in order to prove your age if you have selected a discounted ticket.
- Do not bring large bags or luggage. These items are not allowed and there is no place to leave them so you will be denied entry.
- Acqua Alta (high tide) in Venice can cause delays in entering the Basilica.
- Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, you will be contacted before your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Basilica is a holy place, both men and women must wear clothing that covers the belly, shoulders and knees.
- Religious authorities may decide to suspend skip-the-line priority because of the high number of visitors. We are only allowed to stay inside the Basilica for 20 minutes.
- In case of denied access, you will be provided with entrance tickets to visit the Basilica on your own at the assigned time.
- If you take the 2:00 PM tour, the Correr Museum will be closed before your tour finishes. Therefore, you will have Correr tickets for the next day
- Please note that carrying any type of weapon or sharp objects, such as a knife, is not allowed for this tour.
- Clients must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This is due to the timed entry of the tickets.
- Tickets are timed and expire within 5 to 10 minutes.
- Please be advised that it is not possible to join the tour after it has commenced.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.