Venice: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour of Saint Mark's Basilica

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Visit what is considered to be one of the most important buildings in the city of Venice with a guided tour of Saint Mark's Basilica. Skip the line to the church and discover its history.

Highlights

  • Examine 8,000 square meters of golden mosaics on this famous church ceiling
  • Learn all about the history of the Byzantine art that is central to Saint Mark's
  • Hear the stories from the Old and New Testament that are represented
  • Benefit from skip-the-line access to St Mark's Basilica to start off the tour
  • Discover how the church was once the private chapel of the Venetian Doge

Description

Get to know one of Venice’s most famous landmarks with a guided tour of Saint Mark's Basilica, including skip-the-line entry. Discover the masterpiece of Byzantine art, once a private chapel of the Doge, which has become a must-see sight for visitors to Venice. Admire the 8,000 square meters of golden mosaics on the church’s ceiling. Learn all about the history of Saint Mark, about the Byzantine architectural aspects, and about the stories from the Old and New Testaments represented in the mosaics.

Includes

Skip-the-line access to Saint Mark's Basilica Guided tour (if option selected) Audio receivers (if option selected)

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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