Private St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Terrace

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

Discover the highlights of Venice on a private walking tour of St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace with a knowledgeable local guide. Explore two of the city's most iconic landmarks while uncovering centuries of Venetian history, art, and politics. Admire the glittering Byzantine mosaics inside St. Mark's Basilica, enjoy panoramic views from the Basilica Terrace and wander through the magnificent halls of Doge's Palace before crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy a personalized experience with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and explore at your own pace.

Private guided experience with a local expert
Explore St. Mark's Basilica and Basilica Terrace
Visit Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs
Learn Venice's fascinating history and hidden stories
Flexible pace with a personalized itinerary

What's Included

Guided visit to Doge's Palace
Guided visit to St. Mark's Basilica
Private licensed local guide
Private walking tour
Personalized experience
Entrance tickets (must be purchased separately)
Anything not listed in the inclusions

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Caffè Florian

Meet your guide in front of Caffe Florian, Venice to begin your journey

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    == Meet Your Private Guide == Meet your private guide in the iconic St. Mark's Square and receive a brief introduction before beginning your journey through Venice's most famous landmarks.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    St. Mark's Basilica

    == Discover St. Mark's Basilica == Step inside Venice's magnificent cathedral to admire its dazzling golden mosaics, remarkable Byzantine architecture, and fascinating history. If included with your ticket, visit the Basilica Terrace for spectacular views over St. Mark's Square.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Doge's Palace

    == Explore Doge's Palace == Discover the former seat of Venetian power as you walk through lavish chambers decorated by Tintoretto, Titian, and Veronese. Learn about the Venetian Republic, cross the famous Bridge of Sighs, and see the historic prison connected to the palace.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • Doge's Palace (Pass by)

    == End of the Tour == Your guided tour concludes inside Doge's Palace. Continue exploring the palace independently at your own pace if your admission ticket allows.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Kindly note that if any information in the Overview conflicts with the Itinerary, Inclusions, or any other section, please refer to the other sections rather than the Overview.
  • Entrance tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately. The Overview incorrectly states that admission is included.
  • Terrace access and priority/skip-the-line access are not guaranteed and may depend on the ticket purchased. Museo Correr is mentioned in the Overview but is not included.
  • Moderate amount of walking is required.
Supplied by Chao Rome Tour
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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