Morning Tour: St. Mark’s Basilica & Gondola Ride in Venice

3.1
(7 reviews)
Venice, Italy

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

The tickets for the Basilica allow you to visit (within 6 months) the following sites:
S.Luca, S. Maria del Giglio, S. Maria del Rosario vulgo Gesuati, S. Maria Formosa
Skip the line entrance and guided tour to the Saint Marks Basilica
Pinacoteca Manfrediniana, Madonna dell'orto - S. Alvise, S. Andrea de la Zirada, S. Antonin
S. Giovanni in Bragora, S. Marcuola, S. Maria dei Miracoli, S. Maria del Carmelo vulgo Carmini
Live tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish or German
Pre-reserved tickets for St. Mark's basilica
Santuario di Lucia - SS. Redentore, The Human Safety Net
S. Simeon Piccolo, S. Sofia, S. Stae, S. Stefano, S. Trovaso
Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary
Professional local guide
S. Beneto, S. Fantin, S. Felice, S. Giacomo dell’Orio, S. Giobbe, S. Giovanni elemosinario
S. Martino di Castello, S. Marziale, S. Pietro di Castello, S. Polo, S. Samuele, S. Sebastiano
Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta (Torcello), Sacrestia della Basilica della Salute
Classic 30 min gondola ride
Gratuities
The Gondola Ride is not guided
Pick up and drop off
Food or drinks
Pala d'oro
Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
TU.RI.VE. 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
Ateliers

The combined tour ends in campo San Moisè

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Piazza San Marco

    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
    Basilica di San Marco

    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
    Ateliers

    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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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Gondola Cruises
Water Tours
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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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