Doge's Palace skip-the-line guided tour & access to St. Mark's Basilica Terrace
Overview
Immerse yourself in the history of Venice by taking part in this two-hour visit to the most prestigious attractions of the city: the Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica of which you will be accessing the museum & terrace.
You will start your tour with a visit to one of the most breath-taking buildings of Venice: the Doge’s Palace, residence of the Doge and seat of local magistrates until the fall of the Venetian Republic. The Palace houses many extraordinary masterpieces that you will have the opportunity to admire up close, like the Giants’ and the Golden
Staircases or the canvas that portray the Paradise by the famous painter Tintoretto. You will also cross the Bridge of Sighs and tour the New Prisons where, during the Serenissima, the criminals were detained.
Afterwards, your guide will take you to St Mark's Basilica. You will visit the naves on the ground floor, the Museum, located on the first floor, and the terrace, from where you can admire St Mark's Square from above.
What's Included
- Access to St. Mark’s Museum
- Access to St Mark's Basilica
- Access to St. Mark’s Terrace
- Skip the line entrance ticket to the Doge’s Palace
- Guided visit to the Doge’s Palace, including the Bridge of Sighs and the New Prisons
- Guided tour of St Mark's Basilica and Museum with access to the terrace
- What is not specified under "Inclusions"
Meeting Location
Calle larga de l'Ascension
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Doge’s Palace skip-the-line guided tour & access to St. Mark’s Basilica Terrace?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-13102P91
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