Highlights of Venice walking tour with Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica
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Highlights of Venice walking tour with Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 47 reviews
from
£93.00
Free cancellation
Language: English , Italian , French , Spanish , German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Safety measures applied
Do this because
  • Discover Venice's most famous buildings and symbols
  • Skip the line to St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace
  • Admire the small characteristic and picturesque squares of Venice
What to expect

Enjoy an exclusive walking tour and discover the wonders of Venice!

Walk through the most characteristic and important places in the history of Venice with a qualified and experienced guide. You'll be accompanied in the discovery of the Serenissima Republic and you'll be revealed its fascinating past.

The Doge's Palace has represented the seat of the Venetian political power for centuries. In its splendid halls, you'll get to know the history of Venice together with your guide who'll show you the rooms of power, making you experience the European Middle Ages and the following centuries. Admire the rich details of the gold staircase, relive the sensations experienced by the prisoners who crossed the famous Bridge of Sighs, and explore the Venetian prisons, famous for hosting Giacomo Casanova.

Your tour will continue on to St Mark's Basilica, where you'll be able to admire a real majestic masterpiece of Byzantine art. Marvel at the stunning gold mosaics and marble inlays on the floors, appreciate the biblical scenes depicted and discover the history of this ancient basilica. During this tour, your guide will take you through the first floor of the Basilica, where you will visit the Terrace and the Museum.

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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.
  • Visitor numbers are limited to reduce crowds
  • The experience complies with government regulations
  • What's included
    • Walking tour of Venice
    • Skip-the-line ticket to the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
    • Entrance tickets to Terrace and Museum of St. Mark's Basilica
    • Earphones for groups over 10 people
    Where

    Calle Larga Ascensione, Venezia, VE, Italia

    Meeting point:
    Calle Larga Ascensione, in front of the Post office just next to St. Mark's Square. Go to the wooden stand with the yellow sign "Meeting point". Please arrive 15 minutes before tour starting time.
    What to remember
    • On some days, due to liturgical events or exceptionally high tides, access may not be possible. In this case, you will be contacted to arrange another visit on a different date, or you will be reimbursed
    • Please wear appropriate clothing when visiting the Basilica (no shorts or tank tops) and for safety reasons, backpacks are not allowed inside
    • Due to new security controls, waiting times are also possible for customers with priority entry or skip-the-line tickets
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    Provider
    Gray Line Venice
    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.

    What people say about this experience

    Excellent

    4.5/5

    Based on 47 reviews from verified customers

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    Review categories

    Safety

    4.7/5

    Service

    4.7/5

    Staff

    4.7/5

    Value for money

    4.6/5

    • Anonymous

      From United States of America - February 2023

      Great

      Overall rated

      4/5

      Perfetto. Les guides ont été très compétentes. Les visites très intéressantes. Merci

    • Anonymous

      From United Kingdom - December 2022

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

    • Anonymous

      From Mexico - November 2022

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      È stato un giro fortunatissimo, I nostre Guide Christiana e Cristina, hanno risultato bravissime. Tutto veramente a posto.

    • Betty

      From Belgium - September 2022

      Travelled with a group of friends

       

      55 - 64 years old

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      4/5

      Un peu long

    • Anonymous

      From Italy - September 2022

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

    • Waltraud Trux

      From Germany - August 2022

      Travelled with family

       

      35 - 44 years old

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Telefonische Erreichbarkeit ihrer Mitarbeiter dauert zu lange und wenn erreicht dann leider nicht sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend Die gebuchte Führun ...

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