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Explore Venice history on this 5-hour guided walking tour through the most characteristic and important places. Visit the Basilica of St. Mark's and the Doge's Palace.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at the TURIVE kiosk.
Itinerary
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1
Description origins, history and description of the main monuments from outside: Basilica San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Bell Tower, Clock Tower and Procuratie.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The "Doge’s Pantheon", the Great School of Charity, the Captains of Fortune
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
History and anecdotes related to this wonderful and characteristic square
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This palazzo represented for centuries the seat of the Venetian political power. In his splendid rooms, plastered and immersed in hundreds of masterpieces of painting, the Duke and his Council controlled the fate of a thousand-year history republic. The halls of power, plunging visitors in a very particular historical context: the European Middle Ages and the immediately following centuries. Be surprised of the rich details of the gold staircase, of the realism of the scenes depicted by many artists who have decorated this building, relive the anguish of the prisoners crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs, and entering the Venetian prisons, famous for hosting Giacomo Casanova.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
One of the most majestic cathedrals of the world! Enjoy the visit of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, unique of its kind in Italy. Have the pleasure to savor beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, sitting comfortably while our guide will show the represented biblical scenes, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Proper clothing is required while visiting the Basilica
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- For security reasons backpacks are not allowed
- The tour is not guaranteed with adverse weather conditions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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