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Venice Exclusive : Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour (Skip-the line)

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Dive deep into Venice’s history with a 3-hour guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

Visit St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the world’s most stunning churches. As the name suggests, this cathedral is bound tightly to Venice’s patron, St. Mark, and the saint's remains are in fact here. Admire the breathtaking golden mosaics covering the high walls, which together with gold, silver, glass, and precious materials combine to create one of the major treasures of the Basilica. See the Pala d’Oro, an altarpiece made from hundreds of pieces of enamel on a golden leaf.

✔ Skip the lines to enter the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
✔ Walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs
✔ Pass through impressive halls where the doges ruled the Most Serene Republic of Venice
✔ Walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs
✔Admire the golden mosaics and treasures of St. Mark’s Basilica

What's Included

  • Pre-arranged entry to the Doge's Palace.
  • Exclusive entry to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Private or group tour.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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St Mark's Campanile

The Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, commonly known as St Mark's Basilica, is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Venice, northern Italy. It is the most famous of the city's churches and one of the best known examples of Italo-Byzantine architecture. It lies at the eastern end of the Piazza San Marco, adjacent and connected to the Doge's Palace. Originally it was the chapel of the Doge, and has been the city's cathedral only since 1807.Start by exploring St. Mark's Square with your guide before heading into the busy cathedral with skip-the-ticket-line entry.You’ll see the Pala d’Oro altarpiece in person before heading to the limited-access first-floor terrace. From here you’ll admire views across the lagoon and see the famous bronze horses up close. Hear how they traveled all the way to Paris and back in Napoleon’s time. Next, you’ll use the priority entrance to reach Doge's Palace, formerly the residence of the leader of the Republic of Venice.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Doge's Palace

The Doge's Palace is a palace built in Venetian Gothic style, and one of the main landmarks of the city of Venice in northern Italy. The palace was the residence of the Doge of Venice, the supreme authority of the former Venetian Republic. It was founded in 1340, and extended and modified in the following centuries. It became a museum in 1923, and is one of the 11 museums run by the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia.
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1 hour 30 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
  • Pets, shorts, luggage or large bags, short skirts, sleeveless shirts are not allowed
  • Please note that entrance to the Venice Museums is allowed only with the Green Pass and ID (except for minors under 12 years of age). Customers who cannot show a Green Pass and ID upon entry to the Doge's Palace and the Basilica will not receive a refund
  • Until further notice, entrance inside St. Mark’s Basilica is not possible due to ongoing restoration work. Tours will visit the basilica's Terrace and its Museum instead

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venice Exclusive : Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica Tour (Skip-the line)?

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

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 Venice Exclusive : Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica Tour (Skip-the line)?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Pre-arranged entry to the Doge's Palace.
  • Exclusive entry to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Private or group tour.
  • Skip-the-queue ticket for St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Headsets provided when required.
  • Local guide who speaks English.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
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..

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Venice Exclusive : Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour (Skip-the line) 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 Venice Exclusive : Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour (Skip-the line) 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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  • Pre-arranged entry to the Doge's Palace.
  • Exclusive entry to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Private or group tour.
  • Skip-the-queue ticket for St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Headsets provided when required.
  • Local guide who speaks English.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Bring passport or ID card
  • Wear comfortable shoes
  • Pets, shorts, luggage or large bags, short skirts, sleeveless shirts are not allowed
  • Please note that entrance to the Venice Museums is allowed only with the Green Pass and ID (except for minors under 12 years of age). Customers who cannot show a Green Pass and ID upon entry to the Doge's Palace and the Basilica will not receive a refund
  • Until further notice, entrance inside St. Mark’s Basilica is not possible due to ongoing restoration work. Tours will visit the basilica's Terrace and its Museum instead
  • 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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