Guided Walking Tour of Doges Palace and St. Marks Basilica in Venice
Venice

Guided Walking Tour of Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice

3 h
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difficulty Easy
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Guided visit of St. mark's basilica and doge's palace in Venice

Visit Venice's iconic landmarks on a fun walking tour with an expert local guide. Explore the magnificent Saint Mark's Basilica and the beautiful square that shares its name. Marvel at the Gothic Doge’s Palace and the treasures contained in its museum, and learn the secrets of this unique city.

Guided Walking tour of Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice with access to its terraces highlights: 

  • Receive an exclusive, special pass for open, skip-the-line access to the fantastic Saint Mark's Basilica and its terraces
  • Tour the iconic landmarks of Venice with an experienced professional guide who will pique your curiosity
  • Appreciate the beauty of the enchanting Saint Mark's Square
  • Receive an in-depth tour of Palazzo Ducale, or Doge's Palace
  • Admire architectural wonders and learn the intriguing histories of Italy's most unique city

Guided Walking tour of Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice with access to its terraces

Though many travelers associate Venice with boats, you have to be on your feet to truly exPerience the city's greatest sights. This walking tour is the perfect way to discover some of the most iconic attractions in Venice, including Saint Mark's Basilica, Saint Mark's Square, and Doge's Palace with its associated museum. Enjoy your time with an expert tour guide who knows this city inside and out!

Start your venetian journey in San Mark's Square

Follow your guide outside to Piazza San Marco, or Saint Mark's Square, the principal public plaza of Venice. Though the square includes a well-known clock tower, it is undeniably dominated by Saint Mark's Basilica. As the one-time chapel of the Doge, the Basilica is right next door, so it isn't a far walk!

Visit St. Mark's Basilica, one of the most important churches in Italy

Use your exclusive pass to skip the lines - which are usually quite long - and tour this amazing church. The Basilica, nicknamed the "Church of Gold" due to its opulent design, has long been a symbol of Venetian wealth and power. This is evident once you go inside, where your trusty guide will lead you through hallowed halls adorned with gorgeous gold mosaics and exceptional artwork.

With our tour, you will also have exclusive access to the Basilica's terraces, where you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the Serenissima. 

Don't miss this unique opportunity to tour the most significant symbols of Venice with a highly-recommended local guide. Your spiritual and artistic journey awaits!

Enter the Doge Palace

Today, the Doge's palace is a celebrated museum and historical landmark. Before heading in, pause to take in its breathtaking façade, which is decorated by 14th-century sculptures and overlooks the lagoon. In addition to its ornate architecture, the museum contains a significant art collection which is ripe for viewing. Venture into this ancient seat of government while your professional guide recounts its story and the lesser-known details of its long existence. You will visit the courtyard and the noble areas of the Doge's Palace, exploring both the public and private spaces of the Doge, including the magnificent ballrooms, the Hall of the Great Council, and the "Opera Museum," which boasts an extraordinary collection of portraits with works from the Renaissance and Mannerism, featuring prominent paintings from the "Venetian School" by Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese. You will also have the opportunity to admire the famous Bridge of Sighs and learn the story behind the origin of its name.

Other eXPeriences in Venice

Join also the Group Tour of the amazing Doge's Palace in the heart of Venice and the Guided Walking city tour of the Centre of Venice and main attractions.