Highlights
- Enjoy fast-track entry to St. Mark’s Basilica, no waiting time
- Experience the Pala d’Oro, a rare and priceless masterpiece
- Explore in small groups for a more personal experience
- Access the museum and terrace with stunning panoramic views
- Discover hidden details with expert guidance throughout
Description
Your journey begins as you enter through the Porta San Pietro, passing beneath the breathtaking Dome of Genesis to access the lower level of St. Mark’s Basilica.
Inside, you will be captivated by the shimmering golden mosaics and the refined elegance of Byzantine artistry, which define this extraordinary monument.
The tour continues to the high altar, where the relics of Saint Mark are preserved. Just behind it, you will admire the magnificent Pala d’Oro—an unparalleled masterpiece of Gothic goldsmithing, renowned worldwide for its beauty and exceptional preservation.
Ascending the evocative Scala dei Foresti, you will reach the Museum, where you can appreciate the mosaics up close, along with exquisite Flemish and Medici tapestries, altar frontals, Persian carpets, and the iconic Horses of St. Mark.
Your experience concludes on the Loggia dei Cavalli, offering a stunning panoramic view over St. Mark’s Square—an unforgettable finale to your visit.
Includes
Fast-track entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
Access to the Pala d’Oro
Access to St. Mark’s Basilica Museum
Access to the Loggia dei Cavalli (terrace)
Small group experience
Guided tour with expert guide
Audio headsets
Excludes
Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional purchases)
Gratuities for the guide (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not included)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund