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Venice Priority Access Tour: Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica

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About this activity

Combined guided tour the Saint Marks Basilica and the Doge's Palace:

1. Our guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, admire the golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring.

2. During the second part of the tour your guide will accompany you to the Doge’s Palace. Once inside, you will visit the halls where the Duke (Doge) and his Council controlled the fate of the Serene Republic. You will be able to admire the paintings realized by some of the most important artists of the Italian Renaissance, amongst them, the world's largest oil painting by Tintoretto. Passing through the famous Bridge of Sighs, you will reach the new prisons.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–25
Guide: German, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Venice Events srl

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: S.Luca, S. Maria del Giglio, S. Maria del Rosario vulgo Gesuati, S. Maria Formosa
Included: Access to the National Archaeological Museum, the monumental rooms of Marciana National Library
Included: Pinacoteca Manfrediniana, Madonna dell'orto - S. Alvise, S. Andrea de la Zirada, S. Antonin
Included: S. Giovanni in Bragora, S. Marcuola, S. Maria dei Miracoli, S. Maria del Carmelo vulgo Carmini
Included: Live tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish or German
Included: The tickets for the Basilica allow you to visit (within 6 months) the following sites
Included: Santuario di Lucia - SS. Redentore, The Human Safety Net
Included: S. Simeon Piccolo, S. Sofia, S. Stae, S. Stefano, S. Trovaso
Included: Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary
Included: Professional local guide
Included: S. Beneto, S. Fantin, S. Felice, S. Giacomo dell’Orio, S. Giobbe, S. Giovanni elemosinario
Included: The tickets for the Doge's Palace allow you to visit: Bridge of Sighs, Armory, Correr Museum
Included: Skip the line entrance and guided tour to the Saint Marks Basilica and Doge's Palace
Included: S. Martino di Castello, S. Marziale, S. Pietro di Castello, S. Polo, S. Samuele, S. Sebastiano
Included: Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta (Torcello), Sacrestia della Basilica della Salute
Included: Pre-reserved tickets for St. Mark's basilica (€12) and Doge's Palace (€35)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Entrance fees: Pala d'oro
Not included: Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor
Not included: Secret itineraries
Not included: The Hidden Treasures of the Doge
Not included: Hotel pick up and drop off

Itinerary

Piazza San Marco

10 min

Your guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica from Saint Mark's square, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptuous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring.
Basilica di San Marco

50 min Admission included

During the tour you will be able 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.
Palazzo Ducale

one hour Admission included

Continue your tour and skip the line inside the Doge's palace. Once inside the Palace, you will visit the halls where the Duke (Doge) and his Council controlled the fate of the Serene Republic, whilst surrounded by hundreds of artistic masterpieces and discover the political history of Venice and its people. You will be able to admire the paintings realised by some of the most important artists of the Italian Renaissance, amongst them, the world's largest oil painting by Tintoretto.
Ponte dei Sospiri

15 min Admission included

Passing through the famous Bridge of Sighs, you will reach the new prisons. The bridge was given its name by the English poet Lord Byron, probably referring to the last breath of the prisoners, who had their last view of the lagoon and of Venice from the window of this bridge, before they were to be imprisoned.
Museo Correr

Passing by

At the end of the tour, keep your Doge's Palace ticket to visit on your own: Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana in Saint Mark's square, opposite side of the Saint Mark's Basilica.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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.

End point

Using your ticket

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.

MORNING TOUR:

10.45 Saint Marks Basilica tour (1h)

11.45 Doge's palace tour (1h 15min)

•AFTERNOON DEPARTURE:

Low season:

11.45 Doge's palace tour (1h 15min)

13.45 Saint Marks Basilica tour (1h)

High season

14.45 Saint Marks Basilica tour (1h)

15.45 Doge's palace tour (1h 15min)

Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.

Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica

Check-in is 15 minutes prior to booked tour start time
This activity is not wheelchair accessible
Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica
Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica and the Doge's Palace

Emergency Number:

Office: +39 041 5239979

Mobile: +39 349 3054767

It is your responsibility to be at the meeting point punctually.

Late arrivals, no shows, NO REFUND!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 3 days before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica and the Doges Palace
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St. Mark’s Basilica.