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Venice: St Mark's Basilica After-Hours Tour with Optional Doge's Palace

4.7(1,586 reviews)Venice, ItalyOperated by Walks - Italy & Spain
  • Duration1 hour 15 min – 3 hours 30 min
  • GroupShared · max 25
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Enjoy the luxury of avoiding the crowds and explore St Mark’s Basilica on an after-hours tour. Include an optional visit to Doge's Palace (if selected at the time of booking). Inside St Mark’s Basilica, admire treasured mosaics and a Byzantine altarpiece, and then follow your guide into the crypt where St Mark himself is believed to rest. Upgrade for late access to the Doge’s Palace by selecting the upgrade option at time of booking. With this option learn about the Higher Council Hall, the Doge's apartments, and the Bridge of Sighs as you explore.

Please note that there may be a break of up to 1 hour between your Doge’s Palace tour and your exclusive After Hour Visit, due to temporary earlier closing time at the Doge’s Palace. Your guide in this case will provide bar/restaurant recommendations

What to expect

1 hour 15 min – 3 hours 30 min6 stopsShared tourMax 25 travellers

  1. Piazza San Marco

    P.za San Marco, Venice, 30100, Italy

    Pass by

    Piazza San Marco

  2. Pass by

    Exterior view & Photo stop

  3. Basilica di San Marco

    San Marco, 328, Venice, 30124, Italy

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Basilica di San Marco, Veneto The best way to see St Mark's Basilica is without the crowds. Inside, take a deep breath. You’re experiencing St. Mark’s empty! No standing elbow-to-elbow with other tourists, no seeing the church as if through a strobe light from hundreds of popping flashbulbs, no noise from the crowds. Instead, you’re alone with your guide and the custodian. So you can experience the basilica as it should be experienced: in tranquility and peace.

  4. Palazzo Ducale

    Piazza San Marco, 1, Venice, 30124, Italy

    2 hoursAdmission included

    The Doge Palace visit is included only when selecting the St. Mark's with Doge's Palace option at time of booking. Upgrade for late access to the Doge’s Palace by selecting the upgrade option at time of booking. With this option visit the armory, New Prisons and incredible council rooms and frescos of Palazzo Ducale. Travelling in small groups of 15 people or fewer, you’ll enter the Palace at the last entry time, finding one of Venice’s most popular attractions much quieter than at other times during the day.

  5. Torre dell'Orologio

    Piazza San Marco, Venice, 30124, Italy

    Pass by

    The Torre d'Orologio is included with the Doge Palace option only.

  6. 15 minutes

    The Bridge of sights visit is included with the Doge Palace option only. On this guided tour you’ll have the opportunity to explore the massive armory, and the spooky prisons. Finish with a visit inside the Bridge of Sighs, where your guide will tell you why it’s not quite as romantic as you thought.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour 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.

End

St. Mark's Square

Redemption

Attraction start point

• Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. • Due to the religious nature of St. Mark's Basilica, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering St. Mark's. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry. • Large bags and backpacks cannot be brought into St. Mark's Basilica. • Photography is not permitted inside the Basilica. • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. • If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). The guide will modify the itinerary to include alternate dry paths whenever possible. • 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. • Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.

What's included

Included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Exclusive access ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (after closing)
  • St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco), St. Mark's Crypt and Pala d’Oro Altarpiece
  • Doge’s Palace, New Prisons and Bridge of Sighs (only if option with Doge Palace selected)
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square and Marciana Library (exterior views only)
  • Doge’s Palace tickets (only if option with Doge Palace purchased at time of booking) - €25

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–1), Child (2–14), Adult (15–99)

Additional information

  • 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 St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • 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.
  • Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 3+ days before100% refund
  • 0–3 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Rome
Product code
15693STMARK

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

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