Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica fast access Tour
Overview
Discover a guided tour through Venice's iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the city's rich history and culture. Begin at the Doge's Palace, the heart of Venetian authority, then cross the historic Bridge of Sighs.
Explore the magnificent Basilica of San Marco with its breathtaking 9th-century mosaics.
Finally, uncover the secrets of Murano glassmaking at a historic factory.
What's Included
- Doge's Palace skip-the-line tickets
- Glass Factory Demonstration
- St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tickets
- Doge's Palace Guided Tour
- Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people)
- St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour
- Access to Pala d'Oro, St. Mark's Museum, Terrace
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
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
Doge's Palace
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Bridge of Sighs
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Basilica di San Marco
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Piazza San Marco
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visits inside Saint Mark's Basilica are limited to a maximum of 15–20 minutes, as determined by Basilica authorities.
- Please note the importance of arriving on time, as each attraction operates on a strict schedule. Delays could result in missing your tour, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
- As Saint Mark's Basilica is a religious site, all visitors are required to wear appropriate attire. Both men and women must ensure that their shoulders and knees are covered.
- To ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation, please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code.
- During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venice: Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica fast access Tour?
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
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Activity code: C-41348P99
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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.
- Doge's Palace skip-the-line tickets.
- Glass Factory Demonstration.
- St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tickets.
- Doge's Palace Guided Tour.
- Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people).
- St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour.
- Access to Pala d'Oro, St. Mark's Museum, Terrace.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
- Tips (optional).
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 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica fast access Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica fast access Tour 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Doge's Palace skip-the-line tickets
- Glass Factory Demonstration
- St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tickets
- Doge's Palace Guided Tour
- Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people)
- St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour
- Access to Pala d'Oro, St. Mark's Museum, Terrace
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visits inside Saint Mark's Basilica are limited to a maximum of 15–20 minutes, as determined by Basilica authorities.
- Please note the importance of arriving on time, as each attraction operates on a strict schedule. Delays could result in missing your tour, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
- As Saint Mark's Basilica is a religious site, all visitors are required to wear appropriate attire. Both men and women must ensure that their shoulders and knees are covered.
- To ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation, please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code.
- During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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