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Venice: Skip-the-Line St Marks & Doges Palace Guided Tour

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Overview

Visit two of Venice’s most iconic landmarks with this guided tour: St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, featuring priority access and expert commentary.

Start at the Doge’s Palace in St. Mark’s Square, once the political heart of the Venetian Republic. Explore grand chambers and shadowy corridors as your guide shares stories of power, justice, and intrigue that shaped Venice’s history.

Next, enter the awe-inspiring St. Mark’s Basilica. Marvel at golden mosaics made from 24-carat gold leaf, intricate marble work, and Byzantine art. Your guide will lead a seated session explaining the religious symbolism and biblical tales behind the architecture.

This immersive tour offers insight into Venice’s cultural, political, and spiritual heritage.

✔ Fast-track entry to Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica
✔ 1.5–3 hour guided tour with stories
✔ See basilica’s sculptures & palace’s prisons
✔ Visit Royal Palace & Archaeological Museums
✔ Fun fact: Ancient Roman toilets & Egyptian mummies

What's Included

  • Headsets provided for groups of 10 or more
  • Access to National Archaeological Museum
  • Access to Marciana Library
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

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What To Expect

Doge's Palace

The Doge’s Palace, set in the heart of St. Mark’s Square, stands as one of Venice’s most captivating and culturally significant landmarks. Once the seat of political and administrative power of the Venetian Republic, the Palazzo Ducale is a majestic symbol of the city’s former glory. As you explore its grand halls and shadowy corridors, let your guide lead the way—every corner whispers stories of intrigue, power, and grandeur that will leave you spellbound.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St Mark's Campanile

Next, step into Venice’s most magnificent cathedral—St. Mark’s Basilica. Marvel at dazzling masterpieces of Byzantine art, intricate marble patterns, and golden mosaics that shimmer with divine light. The radiance is no illusion—these mosaics are crafted with 24-carat gold leaf fused to glass, creating a breathtaking glow that may make you instinctively squint as you enter.During your visit, your guide will likely invite you to sit and absorb the serene atmosphere while sharing the biblical stories, symbolism, and unique features of this historic basilica. Prepare to uncover captivating tales and hidden details you may have never heard before.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • St. Mark’s Basilica offers a ramp at the Porta del Fiori entrance and lifts to the upper museum floors.
  • Please note that some areas in Doge’s Palace, including the Secret Itineraries, Prisons, and Armory, are not wheelchair accessible.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you 3–5 days before the tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venice: Skip-the-Line St Marks & Doges Palace Guided Tour?

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 Venice: Skip-the-Line St Marks & Doges Palace Guided Tour?
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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Headsets provided for groups of 10 or more.
  • Access to National Archaeological Museum.
  • Access to Marciana Library.
  • Access to Correr Museum.
  • Expert speaking English guide.
  • Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry.
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
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 Venice: Skip-the-Line St Marks & Doges Palace Guided Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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: Skip-the-Line St Marks & Doges Palace Guided 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Headsets provided for groups of 10 or more
  • Access to National Archaeological Museum
  • Access to Marciana Library
  • Access to Correr Museum
  • Expert speaking English guide
  • Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Bags, sacks, and knapsacks are not allowed inside Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. You can store your belongings for free at Doge’s Palace.
  • At St. Mark’s Basilica, a strict dress code requires shoulders and knees to be covered. Photography is not permitted inside.
  • At Doge’s Palace, flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and commercial photography are prohibited.
  • St. Mark’s Basilica offers a ramp at the Porta del Fiori entrance and lifts to the upper museum floors.
  • Please note that some areas in Doge’s Palace, including the Secret Itineraries, Prisons, and Armory, are not wheelchair accessible.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you 3–5 days before the tour.
  • Meeting Point: Check your final voucher for the exact location and specific instructions.
  • Arrive at Meeting Point at least 15 minutes early to avoid delays.
  • Please present the voucher on your mobile device along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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