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Saint Marks Basilica, Doge's Palace and Gondola tour in Venice

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Overview

Meet your professional guide and start your combination tour discovering the buildings in the square and then we enter inside the Doge's Palace "Palazzo Ducale", it was once the residence of the Doge, the elected ruler of the city.

The tour then continues into Saint Marks Basilica, which majestically symbolizes the lagoon and enshrines the city’s history and Saints relics.

At 1:00 pm you will end the first part of the tour and you will have approx 2 hours free time to stroll around Saint Mark's square, to have lunch (not included) or to visit the Correr museum on your own already included with the Doge's Palace ticket.

The second part of your combined tour is the classic gondola ride at 3:00 pm or 5:15 pm (check the availability).

PROGRAM
-> Doge's Palace & Basilica departure at 10:45 am to 1.00 pm
-> Gondola ride (duration 30 min)
April - October gondola at 3.00pm or 5.15 pm
November - March gondola only at 3.00 pm

What's Included

  • Skip the line tickets for the Basilica and the Doge's Palace
  • 30 minutes shared gondola ride
  • Guided tour of the St Mark's square, the St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Food and drink
  • Secret itineraries fee
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Calle larga de l'Ascension
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

The tour ends in Saint Mark's square

What To Expect

TU.RI.VE. Meeting Point (Pass By)

Meet your guide in calle larga de l'ascension next the post office behind Saint Mark's square.
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Piazza San Marco

Hear about the republic of the Serenissima and the city's origins to the present day.See all the most important monuments (from the outside) in the square.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di San Marco

Your guide will provide you with the perfect introduction to the origins, symbols and traditions regarding Saint Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica the Doge's Palace, the bridge of Sighs, the bell tower and the Marciana area.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Doge's Palace

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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ponte dei Sospiri (Pass By)

This tour is the perfect introduction to the city of Venice The duration is 1 hour and concludes in Saint Mark's Square.
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Gondola Bauer

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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time;
  • Late arrivals, No Shows, No refund;

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Saint Marks Basilica, Doge’s Palace and Gondola tour in Venice?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Saint Marks Basilica, Doge’s Palace and Gondola tour in Venice?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Skip the line tickets for the Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
  • 30 minutes shared gondola ride.
  • Guided tour of the St Mark's square, the St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly when over 10 people.
  • Professional local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pick up and drop off.
  • Food and drink.
  • Secret itineraries fee.
  • Pala d'oro.
  • Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor.
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
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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 Marks Basilica, Doge's Palace and Gondola tour in Venice is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Saint Marks Basilica, Doge's Palace and Gondola tour in Venice 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

Activity name

  • Skip the line tickets for the Basilica and the Doge's Palace
  • 30 minutes shared gondola ride
  • Guided tour of the St Mark's square, the St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly when over 10 people
  • Professional local guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Food and drink
  • Secret itineraries fee
  • Pala d'oro
  • Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time;
  • Late arrivals, No Shows, No refund;
  • 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 20 travelers

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