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St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
$179
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Venice’s iconic landmarks await you with a seamless blend of history and beauty. Enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, followed by a serene gondola ride through the enchanting canals.

  • 🏷️ Best Of Venice Package: Includes a guided tour of both St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, along with a shared 30-minute gondola ride.
  • 🕒 Duration: This immersive experience lasts approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, ensuring a thorough exploration of Venice’s treasures.
  • 🗣️ An expert English-speaking guide will provide engaging insights into the rich history and artistry of each landmark, enhancing your visit.
  • 🏛️ Skip the long ticket lines and enjoy around 20 minutes inside St. Mark’s Basilica, marveling at its stunning gold mosaics and intricate marble floors.
  • 🎨 As you wander through Doge’s Palace, learn about the fascinating political history of the Venetian Republic and admire classic Venetian artworks.
  • ⏳ Enjoy a brief 20-minute break in Piazza San Marco, perfect for a quick snack while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of the square.
  • 🚤 The gondola ride allows you to experience Venice from a unique perspective, gliding through its picturesque canals with a skilled gondolier.
  • 👥 The gondola accommodates up to 5 participants, making it a delightful shared experience to cherish with friends or family.
  • 📍 Convenient public transportation options are available nearby, allowing easy access to the meeting point for your adventure.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Group Full Day Tour
Includes: St. Mark's, Doge's Palace, a 30-minute gondola ride, and a walking tour to Rialto Bridge
Duration: 6 hours
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • 30-minute gondola ride (max 5 people shared experience)
  • Timed entry ticket and guided tour of Doge’s Palace
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Timed entry ticket and guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica (valued at €12 per person)
  • Guide tips
  • Food and drinks

Meeting point
Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. Between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco and San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. Your guide will be holding a sign.
Return details
Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. Between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco and San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. Your guide will be holding a sign.

  • Basilica di San Marco
    Use time entry to tickets to enter St. Mark’s Basilica, go through the required security line, then spend about 20 minutes inside with your expert guide. Admire gold mosaics, domes, and marble floors while your guide explains how Venice’s seafaring empire shaped this sacred landmark.
  • Palazzo Ducale
    Move from St. Mark's across the square to the Doge's Palace. Follow your guide inside with time entry tickets, skipping the general admissions line. As you explore the Doge’s Palace, learn about the wild ways of the Venetian Republic under the rule of elected magistrates. This tour not only showcases the interior of this ornate palace, but also goes in depth about the crime and legal system that was once in place in the city of Venice. Admire classic works of Venetian art and visit Doge’s Palace’s main sights, such as the Grand Staircase and the Bridge of Sighs.
  • Piazza San Marco
    Following your guided tour of the Doges Palace, your guide will introduce you to some other highlights surrounding St. Marks Square like the stunning bell tower (exterior visit) and adorning portico's surrounding the square. Then take a 20-minute break to grab a snack and relax.
  • Venice
    Lastly, join a quintessential Venice activity, a gondola ride! Left in the care of a trusted gondolier, enjoy the beauty of Venice from the water. Glide through the panoramic canals in a shared gondola, each boat accommodating up to 5 participants.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter St. Mark’s Basilica; entry may be refused otherwise. Please avoid wearing sandals, hats, shorts, skirts, or tops that expose your shoulders.
  • A valid government-issued ID is required for entrance to St. Mark's Basilica. The name on your ticket (entered at check-out) must match the name on your ID, or you may be refused entry.
  • Your gondola ride is a shared experience, with each boat accommodating up to five guests. A professional gondolier will operate the boat, but please note that this portion of the tour is not guided. The ride lasts approximately 25 to 30 minutes, including the time needed to board and disembark.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience 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.
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    St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

    Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
    $179
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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