Venice St. Mark's Basilica - The Legacy of the Roman Empire™

3.3
(148 reviews)
Venice, Italy

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: German and 11 more

Skip the long line and enter in the breathtaking Golden Basilica, so called because of hundreds of mosaics made by pure gold!

The high detailed audio commentary will explain the history of the five-domes cathedral and its uncountable artworks on your mobile phone. Find out secrets and mysteries behind the many biblical scenes painted inside.

Admire the golden masterpiece of byzantine art. This view will leave you speechless!

Step into the heart of Venice with an immersive virtual reality experience inside a dedicated gallery. With your VR headset, journey through centuries of Venetian history as the city’s rich heritage unfolds around you. Watch Piazza San Marco evolve through time and glide along the Grand Canal, where tradition and innovation converge in a vivid encounter with the past. Enjoy this captivating perspective on Venice’s past—blending emotion, innovation, and storytelling in an unforgettable setting.

What's Included

Live Guided visit to the St. Mark's Basilica (if the option is selected)
Venice Gallery : St. Mark's Square history dedicated circuit visit (if the option is selected)
Priority Entrance Tickets to St. Mark's Basilica (if the option is selected)
Ticket to St. Maria Assunta in Torcello Island (included with Basilica Ticket)
Ticket to St. Maria della Salute Basilica Sacresty (included with Basilica Ticket))
Virtual Reality Journey: Explore St. Mark's Square over the centuries (if the option is selected)
Mobile audio guide (to download on your own mobile)
Hotel Pick up & Drop off
Earphones
Live guide (depends on the selected option)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    Basilica di San Marco

    Discover the Golden Basilica with its byzantine masterpieces through the high detailed audio commentary on your mobile phone!

    Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with Terrace access or with Pala d'Oro access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
  • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
  • Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the entry time
  • If you don't arrive at the timeslot selected, you loose the ticket.
Supplied by CITY TOURS CO. LTD
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Viator Plus
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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Rating

3.3 Based on 148 148 reviews
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