Private 4 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace and Secret Venice
Overview
This small-group tour helps you to check off two of Venice’s top attractions in a day, with skip-the-line entry included to save time waiting in long lines. Start by exploring Doge’s Palace with your guide, then after a lunch break ( 1 hr and 20 minutes ) , stroll through the spectacular St. Mark’s Basilica, all with fascinating commentary throughout, and a chance to see some hidden gems of Venice too.
Combine two best-selling Venice tours in a day
Skip the line at two top attractions: Doge's Palace and St Mark’s Basilica
Admire the extravagant interiors of St Mark’s Basilica
A small group means more attention from your guide
The tour starts at 11.10am and ends at 4.30pm with 1,30 hrs lunch break in between tours.
What's Included
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Headset to hear the guide clearly when there are more than 8 participants in the group
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
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
Piazza San Marco
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Doge's Palace
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Scala dei Giganti di Palazzo Ducale
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Ponte dei Sospiri (Pass By)
Porta Della Carta
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piazza San Marco
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Basilica di San Marco
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chiesa di San Zaccaria (Pass By)
Campo Santa Maria Formosa
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Calle del Paradiso (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside St Mark's Basilica
- At certain times it may not be possible to enter any of the visited churches due to religious functions taking place. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued
- 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.
- Small group Tour - maximum 20 people - Min 5 people
- Doges Palace tour starts at 11.10am and ends at 230pm - Best of Venice with St Mark's Square starts at 2.30pm and ends of 4.30pm
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private 4 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace and Secret Venice?
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
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Activity code: C-2635DOGESMARKPALA
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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.
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica.
- Professional English-speaking local guide.
- Headset to hear the guide clearly when there are more than 8 participants in the group.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
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.
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 2025Accessibility information for the Private 4 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace and Secret Venice is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private 4 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace and Secret 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Headset to hear the guide clearly when there are more than 8 participants in the group
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside St Mark's Basilica
- At certain times it may not be possible to enter any of the visited churches due to religious functions taking place. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued
- 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.
- Small group Tour - maximum 20 people - Min 5 people
- Doges Palace tour starts at 11.10am and ends at 230pm - Best of Venice with St Mark's Square starts at 2.30pm and ends of 4.30pm
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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