Venice Saint Mark's Basilica and Gondola Tour in the Morning

3.1
(7 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Your combined tour starts at 10.45 am, with the guided visit to the Saint Mark's Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, and the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. During the tour you will be able to sit down in the church and absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica.

The second part of the tour starts at 3.00 pm
Meet the assistant in front of the St Marks post office in calle larga ascensione and you will be assisted in boarding the Gondola, one of the most recognized symbols of Venice - up to 5 people per Gondola - at the landing stage of San Moisè.
Experience how the locals were transported by these beautiful black, elegant rowing boats, throughout history.

What's Included

Entrance fees
Shared gondola ride
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Professional guide in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian
Gratuities
The Gondola Ride is not guided
Pick up and drop off
Food or drinks
Pala d'oro

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension - 30124 (behind the Correr museum on the opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica).Look for the TURIVE assistant next to the post office San Marco. -> St Marks Basilica: departure at 10.45 am (1 hour) -> Gondola ride: departure at 3.00 pm (30 min)

End point

The combined tour ends in campo San Moisè

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet the assistant and collect your headset, then follow your guide in Saint Mark's square for a short introduction of the city of Venice.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Your combined tour starts at 10.45 am, meet your guide in Saint Mark’s Square, and from here you will be accompanied to the Saint Mark's Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, and the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. During the tour you will be able to sit down in the church and absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica.Visit Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum and see the famous horses and admire Saint Mark's Square from the Basilica's terrace.

    50 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    The second part of the tour starts at 3.00 pm Meet the assistant in front of the St Marks post office in calle larga ascensione and you will be assisted in boarding the Gondola, one of the most recognized symbols of Venice - up to 5 people per Gondola - at the landing stage of San Moisè. Experience how the locals were transported by these beautiful black, elegant rowing boats, throughout history. This is an experience that you must not miss!

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women inside the St Mark's Basilica
  • Backpacks and large bags are NOT allowed inside the church
  • Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
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Gondola Cruises
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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 within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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