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Don't miss out on becoming an insider in Venice. On this guided tour, you will be intrigued by the fascinating history of La Serenissima and discover what it is like to live in this unique city

Highlights

• Enter St. Mark’s Basilica through the St. Peter’s Door with skip the line access
• Visit the Basilica interior and hear a detailed description of the gold mosaics
• Admire the Museum, the horses and the Terrace

Description

Together with a tour guide arranged in agreement with the Curia di Venezia, you can take a full tour of the Golden Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doges of Venice, and the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlay flooring. Listen to your expert guide describe the biblical scenes represented and the history and particularities of this ancient basilica. Admire the Treasure and the terrace with its wonderful view of St. Mark's Square or the Pala d'Oro (if option selected)

Includes

St Mark's Basilica skip the line ticket Guided tour Terrace and museum visit (if option selected) Pala d'Oro visit (if option selected)

Important Information

• to enter it will be necessary to wear clothing appropriate for a sacred place; short skirts, shorts above the knee and sleeveless shirts are not permitted. shoulders and knees must be covered; big backpacks are not allowed in the Basilica. Access to the Basilica includes a non-refundable and non-transferable ticket issued in your name; depending on the service booked, this may correspond to a value of €12 for entry to the Basilica, €24 if the Museum or the Pala d'Oro is included, or €36 for full access inside. The rest of the price covers operational supervision, mandatory audio systems or audioguides, and the presence of a certified guide or an escort who will make your experience unforgettable. IMPORTANT: All participants must enter accompanied by the guide or escort, according to the rules in force from July 1, 2025. Maximum punctuality is recommended, delays will not be tolerated.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund