Venice: St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs

Skip-the-Line Tickets for St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace in Venice

This activity offers priority access to Venice’s top landmarks, including St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, and the Museums of St. Mark's Square. It suits visitors seeking to avoid long queues and explore iconic sites efficiently.

Highlights

• Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (if selected)
• Skip-the-line ticket for Doge's Palace (if selected)
• Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Museums
• Visit the Bridge of Sighs
• Access to the New Prisons

Description

Enjoy priority entry to Venice’s essential monuments, including St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, depending on the option selected. The Basilica offers a glimpse into Venice’s spiritual and artistic history with its golden mosaics. The Doge's Palace features richly decorated rooms and courtyards once home to Venice's rulers.

Visitors will also explore the Bridge of Sighs, a historic passage connecting the Doge's Palace to the New Prisons, where prisoners were once held. Access includes the Museums of St. Mark's Square, such as the Correr Museum, Marciana Library, and Archaeological Museum.

Options are available to include a guided tour and audio guide for the Basilica, Doge's Palace, and museums. The guided tours are scheduled at 9:30 (€95) and 11:00 (€115). A private tour option is available but does not include Doge's Palace access.

The 'Tickets & Audioguide' option provides skip-the-line tickets with an audio guide accessed via a mobile app, requiring internet connection and earphones.

Please note that dress code requires shoulders and knees to be covered; shorts and t-shirts are not allowed.

Includes

• Expert guide (if selected)
• Priority access to St. Mark's Basilica (if selected)
• Priority access to Doge's Palace (if selected)
• Visit to the Bridge of Sighs and New Prisons
• Entrance tickets to the Museums of St. Mark's Square, including Correr Museum, Marciana Library, and Archaeological Museum
• Guided tours of the Basilica and Doge's Palace (if selected)
• Audio guide for Basilica, Doge's Palace, and Museums of the Square (if selected)

Important Information

• The option 'Only priority ticket for Doge's Palace' (€48) excludes Basilica entry and guide services. The option including the Basilica costs €78.
• Private tours do not include Doge's Palace access.
• The 'Tickets & Audioguide' option requires an internet connection and earphones for the app-based audio guide.
• Access to the Basilica is linked to a non-refundable, non-transferable ticket issued in your name. The ticket value covers entry (€12 for Basilica only, €24 if Museums or Pala d'Oro are included) plus operational costs, mandatory audio systems, and certified guides or escorts.
• All participants must enter accompanied by the guide or escort. Punctuality is essential; delays may result in denied entry.
• Dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered; shorts and t-shirts are not permitted inside the monuments.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the scheduled visit.

For the best experience, book early and bring earphones if you choose the audio guide option. Visit in the morning to avoid afternoon crowds and ensure on-time arrival to meet your guide.