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Venice 4‑Hour Tour: Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica and Walk

Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
$178.04
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

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.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Small Group Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

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.
  • Scala dei Giganti di Palazzo Ducale
    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.
  • 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)
  • Porta Della Carta
    Learn about the Main entrance of the Doges Palace, the paper door that links the Doges Palace to St Mark's Basilica.
  • Piazza San Marco
    Start the second part of the Venice day tours (from 2.30pm to 4.30pm) package which will focus on St. Mark’s Basilica and Venice city center narrow streets with a 2-hour walking tour including Skip-the-Line tickets to St. Mark's Basilica.
  • 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.
  • During the tour you will also see the beautiful San Zacharia's church (exterior only), set in a quiet square, with its rich façade, a blend of gothic and renaissance style. (pass by)
  • Campo Santa Maria Formosa
    Admire from outside the Renaissance S. Maria Formosa church built on the site of a former 7th century church. The name "formosa" refers to an apperance of Holy Virgin in the form of a voluptuous woman.
  • Cross Ponte del Paradiso bridge and enter a typical Hidden Venice alley "calle" to admire examples of Byzantine and Gothic architecture. (pass by)

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 4‑Hour Tour: Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica and Walk

    Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
    $178.04
    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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