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Saint Mark’s Basilica:"Guided Journey into Venice’s Golden Heart"

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Overview

Enjoy Skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica with a professional guide. You’ll discover the art & architecture of the magnificent cathedral in Venice, which is full of gold and art masterpieces.

What's Included

  • Official certified guide
  • Tickets to the Museum of St Mark's Bascilica
  • Radio system to hear the guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Food and drinks
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Calle larga de l'Ascension
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Basilica di San Marco

Walk your way to the entrance of the Cathedral, and skip the line at the entrance to the cathedral. Inside this Golden Basilica, the guide with explain to you the famous facts about the incredible golden mosaics and the masterpieces of Byzantine art which you’ll be awed by!Byzantine art is a unique artwork in Italy and mosaics are found in the church’s atrium, you’ll have the pleasure of savoring beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, while the guide will show you the represented biblical scenes from the Old Testaments, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica.This tour will end at the museum, it’ll be a hassle-free and not overwhelming tour. Our professional guides will guide you through, a perfect balance between art, architecture, and history.However, you are also welcome to stay back after the tour ends to visit the museum on yours.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Basilica
  • The storage service is free of charge but please allow sufficient time to do so
  • Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of guests to run

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Saint Mark’s Basilica:”Guided Journey into Venice’s Golden Heart”?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Saint Mark’s Basilica:”Guided Journey into Venice’s Golden Heart”?
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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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Official certified guide.
  • Tickets to the Museum of St Mark's Bascilica.
  • Radio system to hear the guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Entrance tickets to the attractions not mentioned in inclusions.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Saint Mark’s Basilica:"Guided Journey into Venice’s Golden Heart" is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Saint Mark’s Basilica:"Guided Journey into Venice’s Golden Heart" will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Official certified guide
  • Tickets to the Museum of St Mark's Bascilica
  • Radio system to hear the guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance tickets to the attractions not mentioned in inclusions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. All customers must be able to autonomously walk, climb and get off the steps
  • Photography is not allowed only inside the Cathedral
  • The tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of religious functions (in these cases it can be rearranged or refunded)
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
  • Please wear clothes that cover your shoulders and are knee-length to access St Mark’s Basilica, otherwise you might not be allowed in.
  • For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Basilica
  • The storage service is free of charge but please allow sufficient time to do so
  • Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of guests to run
  • Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled
  • Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, in the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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