St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access
St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access
St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access
St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access
St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access
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St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access 20% OFF

Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
$102.62
$128.27
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Overview

The VIP Secret Itineraries Doges Palace Tour in Venice offers an in-depth look at the city's rich history as the world's oldest republic. This unique experience takes you behind the scenes of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark's Basilica, providing access to hidden areas and fascinating stories.

  • 🏰 Skip-the-line access to the iconic Doge's Palace, allowing you to bypass the crowds and dive straight into the history.
  • 🔑 Explore the secret archives and hidden chambers, including Casanova’s prison cell, with tales of his daring escape.
  • 🖼️ Visit stunning audience rooms and ballrooms adorned with masterpieces by Veronese and Tintoretto.
  • 🌉 Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs, connecting the Doge's Palace to the New Prisons, and learn about its historical significance.
  • ⛪ Enjoy a guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica, marveling at its unique architecture and the stories behind its treasures.
  • 🗣️ Expert guidance from a Venetian art historian ensures an enriching experience filled with insights into Venice's political and cultural past.
  • 👥 Small group size of up to 20 people guarantees a personalized experience and ample opportunity for questions.
  • ⏳ The tour lasts approximately 3 hours, giving you ample time to soak in the beauty and history without feeling rushed.
  • 🚶‍♂️ This is a walking tour, so be prepared for moderate physical activity, including standing and climbing stairs.
  • 📍 Hotel pick-up and drop-off options are available for added convenience, ensuring a hassle-free experience.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

VIP Secret Itineraries Doges Palace Tour
With St. Mark's Basilica: Small group of maximum 20 pax with Special access.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Casanova’s prison cell
  • Skip-the-line Doge's Palace tickets
  • Bridge of Sighs
  • St. Mark's Basilica
  • Secret archives
  • Expert Walks of Italy tour guide
  • New Prisons
  • Special access to the Doge’s Palace Secret itineraries
  • Skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica (12€)
  • Hall of the Great Council
  • Torture chamber
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
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Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Correr Museum in Piazza San Marco 52. Your guide will be waiting under the portico just outside the entrance of the museum.

  • Palazzo Ducale
    With your guide, a Venetian art expert and historian, enjoy skip-the-line access to the Doge's Palace and make a beeline for backstage. After a guard opens a special door, enter the hidden side of the palace to see the prison cell where Casanova was held, hear the unlikely tale of his escape, and visit the archives to learn how secrets were kept. See hidden council rooms to learn of the system of checks and balances that made Venice the world's oldest republic and enter the best general access areas such as huge audience rooms, ballrooms with incredible paintings by Veronese and Tintoretto, and the private apartments of the Duke of Venice. You even cross the famed Bridge of Sighs to see the New Prisons on this small-group tour.
  • St. Mark's Basilica
    Your last highlight of the tour will a guided tour of Venice's most important church, St. Mark's Basilica. Admire the east-meets-west architecture and hear how most of the basilica's prized possessions ended up here by less than honest means.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Due to Doge's Palace regulations, children under the age of 6 are not permitted inside the secret itineraries and therefore cannot take this tour.
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.
  • If access is restricted due to private events inside the Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
  • This tour is not suitable for people who are claustrophobic.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Guests should be prepared for a moderate level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods and climbing stairs, which may not be suitable for travelers with certain health conditions or mobility limitations.
  • All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.
  • St. Mark’s Basilica can be subject to closures due to particular liturgical celebrations, especially during major religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas. In the event that the Basilica is closed, explanations will be provided from the outside.
  • Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

  • If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
    If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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    St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access 20% OFF

    Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
    $102.62
    $128.27
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
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    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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