St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

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St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

Price from
€129
Duration
3 h
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
English

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Overview

Experience the best of Venice in one seamless tour combining St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and a classic gondola ride. Enjoy reserved entry and explore with an expert guide who brings the city’s history to life. Step inside iconic landmarks, glide through scenic canals, and discover Venice’s magic in a perfectly paced, unforgettable experience.

What's included

Learn from a knowledgeable English-speaking guide
Experience Venice’s top landmarks in one seamless itinerary
Discover the history of Venice at the Doge’s Palace
Enjoy a 30-minute shared gondola ride through scenic canals
Explore St. Mark’s Basilica with reserved access and expert guide

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and beverages

What you will do

Piazza San Marco
Start in the heart of Venice, St. Mark’s Square, where history, architecture, and atmosphere come together.
Pass by, no stop
St. Mark's Basilica
Step inside the Golden Basilica and uncover dazzling mosaics, soaring domes, and centuries of history brought to life by your expert guide.
45 min
Stop 3
Walk the halls of power in the Doge’s Palace, where Venice ruled the seas. Cross the Bridge of Sighs and discover the stories behind the Republic’s rise and fall.
1 h 30 min
Bridge Of Sighs
Pass by the iconic Bridge of Sighs, where prisoners once took their final glimpse of Venice before imprisonment, one of the city’s most hauntingly beautiful landmarks.
Pass by, no stop
Canal Grande
Let Venice unfold from the water as you glide along its charming canals, passing under bridges and beside timeless palaces on a shared gondola (No commentary included during the gondola ride.)
30 min

Meeting point

Meet at Venice City Tour Office, Calle della Rasse 4536 (City Wonders Meeting Point). From St. Mark’s Square, head toward Doge’s Palace, continue past the Bridge of Sighs, then turn left onto Calle de le Rasse. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.

Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that entry to St. Mark’s Basilica is subject to a strict dress code. Guests must ensure that their shoulders and knees are covered. Visitors who do not comply with these requirements may be refused entry.
Only small bags are allowed in St Mark's Basilica
Due to St. Mark's Basilica security regulations, a PASSPORT OR VALID ID DOCUMENT IS MANDATORY to join this tour. It is your responsibility to ensure you have a valid document with you on tour. Passengers who fail to provide a valid proof of identity will be denied entry.
Each gondola can host maximum 6 people; the seat aboard cannot be chosen but will be assigned by the gondolier.
Please note that Gondola tours are not guaranteed in case of bad weather (rain, strong winds, high/low tide). The itinerary of gondola ride may change in the event of wind or bad weather
The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration)
The official ticket price for St. Mark’s Basilica is €10.00 per person (standard entry)