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Venice Walking Tour with Basilica & Doge’s Palace
- Duration4 hours
- GroupShared · max 25
- EntrySkip the line
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Discover the highlights of Venice on a guided tour combining the city’s famous landmarks with visits inside St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.
Begin with a walking tour through the historic heart of Venice, starting in St. Mark’s Square. Admire the exterior of the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Clock Tower, and the elegant Procuratie while learning about the history of the Venetian Republic. Continue through hidden streets and charming squares such as Santa Maria Formosa and SS. Giovanni e Paolo, pass by the historic Malibran Theater, and stroll along the lively Mercerie.
The experience continues with a guided visit inside St. Mark’s Basilica, famous for its golden mosaics and Byzantine architecture. Explore the Basilica Museum and enjoy panoramic views from the Terrace.
Finally, visit the magnificent Doge’s Palace. Discover its richly decorated halls, cross the famous Bridge of Sighs, and explore the historic prisons while learning about Venice’s fascinating past.
What to expect
Campo Santa Maria Formosa
Venice, 30100, Italy
Leave the crowds behind as you reach Santa Maria Formosa, one of Venice’s most charming and authentic squares, surrounded by historic palaces and the beautiful church designed during the Renaissance period.
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo
Campo Santissimi Giovanni e Paolo, Campo Giovanni e Paolo Santissimi, Venice, 30122, Italy
Continue to Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, one of the largest squares in Venice, dominated by the monumental church known as the burial place of many Venetian Doges and considered the “Pantheon of Venice.”
Teatro Malibran
Campiello del Teatro, 5873, Venice, 30133, Italy
Pass by the historic Malibran Theater, dedicated to the famous opera singer Maria Malibran, and discover the rich musical and theatrical traditions of the city.
Venice
Venice, Italy
Finally, stroll along the lively Mercerie, Venice’s ancient commercial streets lined with shops and boutiques, historically connecting Rialto Bridge to St. Mark’s Square and still considered the heart of Venetian daily life.
Basilica di San Marco
San Marco, 328, Venice, 30124, Italy
The tour continues with a guided visit inside St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the most spectacular cathedrals in the world. Admire its extraordinary golden mosaics, marble floors, Byzantine masterpieces, and the unique atmosphere that made the basilica a symbol of Venice’s wealth and spiritual power. Your visit also includes access to the St. Mark’s Basilica Museum, home to precious artworks and treasures from the basilica’s history, including the famous original Horses of St. Mark. Continue onto the Basilica Terrace, where you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view over St. Mark’s Square and the Venetian lagoon from above.
Palazzo Ducale
Piazza San Marco, 1, Venice, 30124, Italy
Finally, enter the magnificent Doge’s Palace, the political heart of the Venetian Republic for centuries. Explore its richly decorated halls, grand institutional chambers, and masterpieces by artists such as Tintoretto and Veronese. Walk across the famous Bridge of Sighs and discover the prisons, while learning about the fascinating history of Venetian justice and government.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Meet our staff at Campo San Zaccaria, in front of the shop opposite to the Church.
End
Redemption
• Remember to bring with you Passport or ID card that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St. Mark’s Basilica • Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time • Please provide or show a copy of your voucher to our staff • Please note that no refund will be accepted for no shows or late arrivals. The tour will take place also with rain, in the event of exceptional high tide it might be cancelled and refund will be provided. • Due to safety measures, lines to access the Doge's Palace might be expected also for skip-the line accesses. It is still a privileged access but all visitors are requested to go through safety checks. • For security reasons large backpacks and bags are not allowed inside the Basilica. • Please wear appropriate clothes to enter the Basilica (no bare knees or shoulders).
What's included
Included
- Audio devices
- St. Mark's Basilica ticket with Museum and Terrace
- 1-hour guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica
- 1.5-hour guided tour of the Doge's Palace
- Qualified tour guide
- Doge's Palace entrance ticket
- 1.5-hour guided exterior walking tour
Not included
- Hotel Pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility due to the long walking route and the presence of several bridges and steps along the itinerary.
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 25 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Infant (0–5), Child (6–14), Adult (15–99)
Additional information
- For security reasons large backpacks and bags are not allowed inside the Basilica.
- Please wear appropriate clothes to enter the Basilica (no bare knees or shoulders)
- Please note that no refund will be accepted for no shows or late arrivals. The tour will take place also with rain, in the event of exceptional high tide it might be cancelled and refund will be provided
- Due to increased safety measures, security checkpoints will have a short wait
- Please be aware that on certain dates, registration and payment of an access contribution will be necessary to visit the city of Venice. We encourage you to check all the information and procedures for registration or payment on the dedicated website of Comune di Venezia.
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica
- Basilica entry with Museum is €24. Doge’s Palace €35. Remaining value covers operational costs, hosting services, app content, and licensed guides with audio systems
Languages
- Guide
- English, Spanish
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
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Europe/Rome
- Product code
- 25993P5
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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Ratings aggregated from Viator (111) and Tripadvisor (28).
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