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Venice 3,5 hrs tour: Doge's Palace, St Mark's and Hidden Gems

Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
$161.51
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Discover Venice on a 3.5-hour guided walking tour that begins in Hidden Venice and ends with its most iconic monuments. Start in the quiet backstreets and canals behind St Mark’s, where your guide reveals everyday Venetian life, charming bridges and intimate campos, and introduces two hidden gems: the exterior of La Fenice Theatre and the graceful Bovolo Staircase. Then enjoy skip-the-line access to the Doge’s Palace, exploring its opulent halls, masterpieces by Tintoretto and Veronese, and crossing the Bridge of Sighs to the old prisons. Finish inside St Mark’s Basilica with skip-the-line entry, where golden mosaics, Byzantine domes and marble inlays come to life through your guide’s stories. This is a small-group tour, also available as a private tour option for guests who prefer a fully personalized experience.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Small Group Tour 2026
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Professional English-speaking local guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
  • Headset to hear the guide clearly when there are more than 8 participants in the group
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Entrance to the Royal Gardens, on the waterfront of St Mark's Square - You'll meet Avventure Bellissime tour coordinator outside the gardens, in front of the wrought iron Gate holding a sign with the name of the tour and Avventure Bellissime logo written on it.
Return details
Entrance to the Royal Gardens, on the waterfront of St Mark's Square - You'll meet Avventure Bellissime tour coordinator outside the gardens, in front of the wrought iron Gate holding a sign with the name of the tour and Avventure Bellissime logo written on it.

  • Piazza San Marco
    Your guide will give you a brief introduction to the history of Venice and of the Doge's Palace
  • Doge's Palace
    Enjoy a 2-hour (from 11.10am to 1.30pm) in-dept tour of the Doges Palace and visit the famous Prisons.
  • While standing in the courtyard as your guide will introduce you to the Doges Palace architecture and history, see and learn about the Giant Staircase leading up to the Palace and used for formal entrances. (pass by)
  • Walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs connecting the Doge's Palace to the Prisons and learn why it was given this name. (pass by)
  • Learn about the Main entrance of the Doges Palace, the paper door that links the Doges Palace to St Mark's Basilica. (pass by)
  • Basilica di San Marco
    We'll discuss the famous landmarks of St. Mark's square, you'll enjoy an in-depth tour of St. Mark's Basilica, to admire the astonishing interior covered in rich and lavish mosaics and you'll learn about the strong Byzantine influences on the city that helped Venice realize its own unique style of architecture.
  • Teatro La Fenice
    Marvel at Teatro La Fenice and delve into its fascinating legacy.
  • Scala Contarini del Bovolo
    Discover the hidden gem of Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo on a guided visit to its iconic spiral “snail” staircase. Hear the story of the Contarini family and the blend of Gothic and Renaissance design.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • ID Cards and Passports of all participants are mandatory to enter inside the St. Mark's Basilica.
  • 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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    Venice 3,5 hrs tour: Doge's Palace, St Mark's and Hidden Gems

    Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
    $161.51
    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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