Venice: Doge Palace, San Marco Basilica & Rialto Bridge

Highlights

• Skip-the-line access to Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica
• Discover hidden alleys and secret spots in the Rialto Bridge district
• Learn about the Golden Basilica with its mosaics of pure gold
• Admire artworks by Titian and Tiepolo inside the Doge’s Palace
• Travel back in time with a unique VR journey through historic St. Mark’s Square

Description

Meet your expert guide and step inside the breathtaking Doge’s Palace, once the residence of the Doges and the center of political power in the Venetian Republic. Explore its lavish chambers, admire the extraordinary Golden Staircase, and marvel at masterpieces by legendary Italian artists like Tiepolo and Titian. Continue your journey to St. Mark’s Basilica, also known as the Golden Church for its dazzling gold mosaics. Your guide will unveil the rich history behind this iconic five-domed masterpiece, whose opulence and spiritual grandeur are sure to leave you in awe. After the monumental highlights, discover the more hidden soul of Venice with a unique offbeat walking tour through the Rialto Bridge district and the city’s historic center. Wander through narrow alleys, lively squares, and centuries-old corners that most tourists miss. Your guide will share fascinating stories, curiosities, and glimpses into authentic Venetian life that lie just beyond the main paths. The History Gallery is a window through the past, where historical photographs reveal how Venice’s legendary landmarks have evolved over the centuries, offering a powerful visual journey through time. Continue your experience with a thrilling VR adventure that brings history to life: watch Piazza San Marco transform through the ages, see the Basilica as the Doge’s private chapel, explore the Doge’s Palace as a medieval fortress, and discover how the iconic Rialto Bridge was once a wooden drawbridge.

Includes

Skip-the-line access to Doge’s Palace Skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica Expert qualified guide Access to the Basilica Terrace and St. Mark's Museum (if option is selected) Guided Tour to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Walking Tour of the city center and Rialto area Access to Bridge of Sighs Access to Doge's Palace Prisons Access to the Basilica Terrace and St. Mark's Museum (if option is selected) Entrance ticket to St. Mark's Museums (Correr Museum, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and the Monumental Rooms of the Marciana National Library) Audio receiver devices are included in case of groups over 10 people History Gallery - a unique Vr Experience of Venice in the Past

Important Information

• The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
• A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
• Appropriate clothing is required to enter the basilica
• During some days of high turnout or for other unforeseen reasons, the waiting time to access St. Mark's Basilica might be longer than expected
• For the Venice city audio guide, click here: https://easyguideveneto.it/freetourid_1_h_994/
• Pala D'Oro is not included in the tour
• The Marciana Library is closed on Sundays
• For security reasons, large bags and backpacks are not allowed

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before your activity with only a € 25 admin fee