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St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour

Group Size

Max 8

Tour Duration

2.5 Hours

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Highlights of the tour

Highlights generally include

• St. Mark's Square & Bell Tower (Exterior)nBegin your tour in Venice's most famous piazza and admire St. Mark's Campanile, the towering red-brick bell tower that dominates the city's skyline.

• St. Mark's Basilica & Golden MosaicsnStep inside Venice's most magnificent church and marvel at the dazzling golden mosaics covering over 8,000 square meters.

• The Bronze Horses of St. Mark's BasilicanSee the legendary bronze horses, taken from Constantinople's Hippodrome during the Fourth Crusade, now proudly displayed above the basilica's entrance.

• The Bridge of SighsnCross this elegant limestone bridge, once the last view of Venice for prisoners condemned in the Doge's Palace. Named by Lord Byron, this enclosed passageway links the palace to the prison.

• Doge's Palace & Renaissance MasterpiecesnWander through the opulent chambers of the Doge's Palace, where Venice's rulers held court in splendor. Marvel at Tintoretto's Paradise, one of the largest oil paintings in the world, and admire the grand ceilings, lavish frescoes, and imposing council chambers.

Embark on a 2.5-hour private tour of Venice's most iconic landmarks: St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Basilica, where over 8,000 square meters of golden mosaics illuminate its breathtaking Byzantine interior. From the terrace, take in panoramic views of St. Mark's Square, the former political and commercial heart of the Venetian Republic. Continue to the Doge's Palace, the former seat of Venetian power. Walk through its lavish chambers, adorned with masterpieces by Tintoretto and Veronese. Climb the Golden Staircase and marvel at the Grand Council Chamber, where opulent paintings and remarkable architecture reflect Venice's wealth and ambition. As you cross the Bridge of Sighs, hear tales of the rulers who shaped Venice's destiny and reflect on the prisoners who glimpsed their city one last time before facing their fate.nnLed by an expert guide, this immersive tour unveils Venice's history, art, and intrigue, offering a deeper appreciation of its enduring grandeur.

Itinerary

A 2.5 hour private tour of St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace with one of our expert guides.
P.za San Marco, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy

• PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR (with Reserved Entry Tickets to ST MARK'S BASILICA and the DOGE'S PALACE Included)

• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE

• DURATION 2.5 HOURS

• ALL ENTRANCE FEES (with Reserved Entry Included!)

Semi-Private Tour

“Semi-Private” means group size is never more than 8 guests maximum.

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FAQ's

Your guide will have your tickets. As long as you bring proof of ID, the guide's name and number, and arrive at the meeting point on time, the guide will assist you with entry.

Yes, you are welcome to stay in the museum until it closes.

No, as the museum is large, locating the guide inside is challenging. The guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and accompany the group inside. However, you are welcome to stay in the museum after the tour ends!

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380 . Our refund policy does not cover transportation issues within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380. Our refund policy does not cover medical issues that arise within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

Please inform your guide as soon as possible. As this is a semi-private tour, it must start on time. If your tour is ticketed, the guide will reply to your message with the tickets so you can enter the museum or monument on your own and try to join the guide inside if possible. Please note that once the tour begins, the guide will not be able to regularly check their phone.

Yes! You can reschedule free of charge if you notify us at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. For rescheduling within 24 hours, a fee applies to cover guide payments, unused tickets, and company costs (no profit is made on this fee). If you booked through a booking platform like Viator or GetYourGuide, you must reschedule directly with them.

Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour by text and email. Please ensure you have provided your correct telephone number (including country code) and email beforehand. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don't see the email in your inbox.

No, Viator is a booking platform and Online Travel Agent. They sell our tours, but we are Babylon Tours, a Tour Operator currently offering tours in 12 major cities worldwide!

Your guide will be wearing a Babylon badge on a Babylon lanyard. They will also reach out to you on the morning of the tour to confirm the meeting point.

Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Yes! All tickets for the permanent collection are included and organized by Babylon Tours.

Yes, our tours run rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately. Tours will only be canceled in the event of a dangerous weather alert from local authorities.n

St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour