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3 hours
Daily Tour
15 people
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Combine the top two sights in Venice on one extraordinary tour led by a local guide. With pre-reserved tickets and skip-the-line access, head straight into St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace for a guided experience. Select the 8 AM tour to enjoy exclusive early entry to the Doge’s Palace and have the door opened exclusively for your group an hour before the general public arrives.
First, step inside Venice’s most important church—St. Mark’s Basilica—and gain a full appreciation for its east-meets-west architecture and breathtaking gold mosaics. In the company of a local guide, get up close with some of the basilica’s greatest treasures, such as the millennia-old Quadriga of four gold horses. Have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to admire beautiful views from the balcony over St. Mark’s Square. At every step of the way, you’ll hear the fascinating story of how most of the basilica’s prized possessions ended up here by less-than-honest means.
The second stop on your itinerary is no less beautiful. The Palazzo Ducale, or Doge’s Palace, was home to the doge, or duke, of Venice and his seat of government. Skip the long line with pre-reserved tickets and walk straight inside to explore huge council chambers, incredible audience rooms, and a stunning ballroom with larger-than-life works by renowned Venetian masters such as Veronese and Tintoretto. Hear the intriguing history of this building that housed the world’s oldest republic—as well as its fascinating government and even an incarcerated Casanova.
To finish your morning of discovery, walk in the footsteps of many a less-fortunate Venetian from centuries past. Head over the Bridge of Sighs from the inside and into the grim New Prisons—a stark yet fascinating contrast to the opulent halls and galleries that lie within the palace just across the narrow canal.
Last update: 03/01/2023
Tour Code: SHWT-IT-0228 |
This Tour is easily SOLD OUT |
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact Walks to make alternative arrangements.
St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace can be subject to unforeseen closures due to liturgical celebrations. In the event the venue is closed, you will be given explanations from the outside
Please remember that the Basilica is a holy place and attire must be appropriate: both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees
Backpacks are prohibited inside St. Mark’s Basilica
People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users
Backpacks
You can cancel your Tour order within 48 hours before the start of the tour activity for a full refund.
If you cancel your order less than 48 hours before the start date of the Tour Experience, the amount you paid will not be reimbursed.
Any request for changes made less than 48 hours before the start of the Tour experience will not be accepted.
The time base is considered the one of the Tour experience local time.
What is the security of face masks and attendee health during St. Mark’s Basilica With Terrace & Doge’s Palace In Venice?
Reply: The staff will make temperature check for travelers upon arrival.
What about sanitization during the St. Mark’s Basilica With Terrace & Doge’s Palace In Venice?
Reply: Both the tour staff and travelers are supplied with hand sanitizer gel; the same sanitization applies to the equipment used during the tour experience.
What about social distancing during the St. Mark’s Basilica With Terrace & Doge’s Palace In Venice?
Reply: The tour experience applies for Social distancing with respect to what it’s indicated by the Ministry of Health.
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