Doge's Palace & Basilica Tour with Gondola Ride in Venice

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

A tour to discover Venice's architectural gems and symbols: The Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica, followed by a gondola ride.

You will visit the St. Mark’s Basilica, an extraordinary example of Byzantine art as well as the living symbol of Venice’s bound with the East. The Golden Mosaics covering the high walls are breathtaking, together with gold, silver, glass and precious materials.
Next stop will be the Doge’s Palace. Stepping through the magnificent halls, will be like going back to the time of the Republic of Venice, where priceless treasures, art masterpieces and frescos can still be admired today.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride. An enchanting and relaxing way to enjoy the colors, lights, sights, charm and beauty of Venice. You will admire elegant bank-side palaces, unique bridges such as the iconic Bridge of Sighs and breathe the charming and magic atmosphere that only a town built on water can give you.

What's Included

Boarding assistance
25/30 minutes ride on a shared gondola with passage underneath the Bridge of Sighs
Entrance to the Basilica’s Museum & Terrace
Qualified guide
Personal headsets
Skip the line entrance ticket to Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Pala d’Oro
Guided tour during the gondola ride

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet our staff in Campo San Zaccaria at the small shop opposite the Church of San Zaccaria.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Guided visit to the Doge's Palace

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Guided visit to St. Mark's Basilica

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Pass underneath the Bridge of Sighs during your gondola ride

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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
  • 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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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Gondola Cruises
Water Tours
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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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