Early entrance combo tour to Doge's palace and St. Mark's Basilica
Attractions & guided tours

Early entrance combo tour to Doge's palace and St. Mark's Basilica

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£81.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Travel back in history and marvel at the Venetian architecture on a small-group tour
  • Receive early priority access to Doge's Palace and explore the former residence without the crowds
  • Skip-the-line at St. Mark's Basilica and see the best example of Italo-Byzantine architecture
  • Head up to the terrace for panoramic views including Piazza San Marco, the Campanile and Clock Tower
What to expect

Discover the world-famous floating city of Venice on a 2-5-hour tour, go back in history and marvel at the Venetian architecture narrated by a local professional guide. Gain early access to Doge's Palace, before the normal public, and admire this wonder in a whole new light. Then, take a Skip-the-line priority access guided tour to St. Mark's Basilica and its terrace.

Follow your guide on a small-group tour to the most iconic architectural monuments of Venice. Enter Doge's Palace in the early morning and have time to appreciate the art adorning the walls of the former residence of the Doge of Venice - without the crowds. Cross the Bridge of Sighs, and learn about the anguish of the prisoners that would have walked across the same bridge.

Then, use your skip-the-line access to the St Mark's Basilica, and go inside to see the golden Basilica, one of the best-known examples of Italo-Byzantine architecture in the world. Finally, head to its rooftop and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views from the top including Piazza San Marco, the island of San Giorgio, the Campanile and the Clock Tower.

After your Venetian experience, don't forget to ask your guide for additional places to visit on your own around the city, such as restaurants, scenic locations, the best spots for shopping and souvenir hunting.

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What's included
  • check Audio headsets
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Guided tour
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
Where

Column of Saint Mark, 30100 Venezia VE, Italia

Meeting point:
Meet your guide in front of or under the Columns of San Marco (Under the Column of the Lion).
What to remember
  • Maximum of 10 people per small-group tour
  • Due to increased security measures at many attractions, strict rules apply to enter the venues (no knives, no scissors, no glass bottles, etc.)
  • Food or drinks are not allowed inside the Doge's Palace and the St. Mark's Basilica
  • Photography is allowed during the museum experience; however, flash photography is not permitted
  • Note, 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
  • Tour participants will receive audio headsets - you will not miss any commentary from the guide
  • Please wear comfortable shoes. During hot days, wear a hat to protect yourself from the sun

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Provider
Wander Italy Srl
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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    Liz

    Travelled with family


    27 August 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    The early access to the palace was great and our guide Elena was fantastic. We appreciated being able to explore in a small group and Elena was knowledgeable and entertaining.

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