Byzantine Venice & Gondola Ride

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

A tour combination to discover the enchanting side of Venice through a morning walk, its Byzantine heritage through the St Mark's Basilica, and its deepest side through a gondola ride.
The first part will take into the enchanting Venice made up of countless bridges, channels and "campo" (little squares), the pulsing heart of a water city. You will learn more about Venice's present and past and interesting facts about life in a city built on water. Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Campo and Church SS. Giovanni e Paolo, the Mercerie, are only some of the highlights which will be admired during this walk.
You will discover one of the world's most beautiful and breathtaking cathedrals: The St Mark's Basilica, one of the finest exemple of Byzantine art in the world.

Then, let yourself admire Venice from a unique perspective: the water, by sliding on a enchanting gondola.

IMPORTANT!!: Between the Basilica guided tour and the gondola ride you will have approx a 3 hour-break.

What's Included

Boarding assistance
25/30 minute-gondola ride
Qualified tour guide
Headsets
St. Mark's Basilica ticket
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Pala D'Oro
St. Mark's Basilica Museum and Terrace

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Calle Larga Ascensione, in front of the Post office just next to St.Mark's Square.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your walking tour will start from the beautiful St. Mark's Square

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    During the walking tour you will pass through Campo S. M. Formosa

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    During the walking tour, you will stop at Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo and view the namesake church from the outside.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Enojoy 1-hour of guided tour outside and inside the majestic St. Mark's Basilica.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Start your gondola ride by gliding along the Grand Canal, then venture into the inner canals.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The gondola ride will be at 3.00pm. Between the Basilica guided tour and the gondola ride you will have approx a 3 hour-break.
  • Please be aware that on certain dates, registration and payment of an access contribution will be necessary to visit the city of Venice. We encourage you to check all the information and procedures for registration or payment on the dedicated website of Comune di Venezia.
Supplied by Park Viaggi

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Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Gondola Cruises
Water Tours
Seasonal
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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