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Doge's Palace with its grand architecture and courtyard. 1
A person using a telescope to view a cityscape through a window with a diamond-patterned grille. 2
The Bell Tower in San Marco, Venice, surrounded by historic buildings and the Grand Canal. 3
A historic building with ornate arches and columns, a spacious courtyard, and a sunset in the background. 4
A ceiling fresco with a central oval painting surrounded by smaller framed artworks. 5
By Venice Tours S.r.l

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Overview

    • Skip the long lines with your priority tickets
    • Admire St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace
    • Enjoy a virtual experience at San Marco Photo Gallery
    • Immerse yourself in the city's past and present
    • Admire the city's iconic landmarks from the Bell Tower

Activity location

  • Piazza San Marco
    • Piazza San Marco
    • Venezia, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Calle de le Rasse 4536, Venice Tours Office
    • calle de le rasse 4536
    • 30124, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Priority entrance ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
  • Inclusions
    Priority entrance ticket to Doge's Palace (Prisons & Bridge of Sighs included)
  • Inclusions
    Priority entrance ticket to St. Mark's Square Museums
  • Inclusions
    Priority entrance ticket to San Marco Photo Gallery
  • Inclusions
    Skip-the-line Bell Tower admission (if the option is selected)
  • Inclusions
    Guided Tour of St. Mark's Basilica in English
  • Exclusions
    Live Guide for Doge's Palace and Bell Tower tours
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Entry to Pala D'Oro
  • Exclusions
    Entry to St. Mark's Museum

Know before you book

    • The official St. Mark’s Basilica ticket price is 12.00 euros per person (standard) or 24.00 euros with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery and sales costs.
    • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
    • Your entry ticket gives you access to the ground floor of the Basilica. Entry tickets for the Pala D'Oro and St. Mark's Museum are not included
    • For the visit to the Basilica, proper clothing is required (no shorts or tank tops)
    • The ticket includes single admission to the Doge’s Palace and entrance to other museums
    • Royal Palace (Correr Museum) ticket is included and can be used on the same day of the Doge's Palace tour or on the following day.
    • The Marciana Library is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
    • For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace (Free deposit available inside).
    • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility

What you can expect

  • Skip the long lines and enjoy fast-track access to St. Mark’s Basilica, one of Venice’s most extraordinary treasures. Admire the breathtaking golden mosaics—covering more than 43,000 square feet—and the intricate marble floor inlays, while comfortably listening as your guide explains the biblical scenes, historical background, and unique features of this centuries-old basilica.

    Your experience continues at the Doge’s Palace, the magnificent emblem of the Venetian Republic’s authority and splendour. With priority entrance, you can step inside without waiting and explore lavish halls, majestic staircases, and remarkable works of art. Discover the lives of the Doges, the palace’s artistic heritage, and the fascinating political stories that shaped Venice’s past.

    Then continue with an exciting virtual reality experience at the San Marco Photo Gallery. With the VR headset on, time peels away, revealing Piazza San Marco and its iconic monuments as they once were. Picture the Basilica transformed into the Doge's private chapel and the Doge's Palace into a medieval fortress!

    Choose the optional St. Mark's Bell Tower and admire stunning vistas of the city's iconic landmarks, including the domes of St. Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square, and the shimmering lagoon. Capture panoramic images from this unique vantage point at 98 metres high, offering breathtaking views of Venice's architectural beauty and vibrant life.

Location

Activity location

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    Piazza San Marco
    • Piazza San Marco
    • Venezia, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Calle de le Rasse 4536, Venice Tours Office
    • calle de le rasse 4536
    • 30124, Venezia, Veneto, Italy