Venice: St. Mark's Basilica and Option for the Doge's Palace and Prisons


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Discover the magnificence of St. Mark's Basilica. Visit the city's most iconic sites with our tour guide or audio guide app. If you select the option to visit the Doge's Palace and the terrace

Highlights

  • Priority entrance to St. Mark's Basilica
  • Visit to the Basilica Terrace IF THE GUIDED TOUR OPTION IS SELECTED
  • Visit to the museum IF THE GUIDED TOUR OPTION IS SELECTED
  • Professional local guide IF THE GUIDED TOUR OPTION IS SELECTED
  • Visit to the Doge's Palace (if option selected)

Description

Discover the magnificence of one of Venice's most iconic landmarks: St. Mark's Basilica. Join us for a unique experience that will guide you through the thousand-year history of this extraordinary church and give you an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Serenissima. During our guided tour (if selected), you will explore St. Mark's Basilica, admiring its incredible Byzantine architecture and golden mosaics that tell sacred stories of inestimable value. Your expert tour guide will tell you about the history, art, and hidden secrets of this church, a true masterpiece of Venice. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to visit the Museum of St. Mark's (if you select the option with terrace), where you can explore historical artifacts, relics, and works of art that tell the story of the Basilica. Discover the origins of Venice's artistic heritage and learn more about the culture and traditions that have made this city unique. Don't miss the spectacular view from the Basilica Terrace! From here, you can admire breathtaking views of St. Mark's Square, the Bell Tower, the Doge's Palace, and the Grand Canal (if you select the option). Add-on - Tour of the Doge's Palace: For those who wish to enrich their experience, we offer the possibility to extend the tour with a guided visit to the Doge's Palace, an authentic symbol of the power of the Republic of Venice. Discover the magnificently decorated rooms, secret passages, and stories of political intrigue that lie behind its walls. The tour guide will accompany you into the heart of the palace, bringing to life the opulence and history of medieval and Renaissance Venice. What is included in the guided tour option: • Guided visit to St. Mark's Basilica and St. Mark's Museum • Access to the Basilica Terrace with panoramic view of St. Mark's Square • Guided tour of the Doge's Palace (optional) • Expert tour guide who will tell you about the history and secrets of these extraordinary places What is included in the Priority Tickets and Audio Guide option: - Priority ticket to the Basilica - Priority ticket to the Doge's Palace (if option selected) - Audio guide app downloadable to your device - NO ACCESS TO THE TERRACE

Includes

Guided visit to St. Mark's Basilica and St. Mark's Museum (if option selected) Access to the Basilica Terrace with panoramic view of St. Mark's Square (if option selected) Guided tour of the Doge's Palace (optional) Expert tour guide who will tell you about the history and secrets of these extraordinary places (if option selected) Audio guide app (if option selected)

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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