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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Is your time in Venice limited? Would you rather spend your days in Venice eating, drinking, shopping and relaxing? Many visit Venice for just a day or two, meaning time is restricted if you're wanting to squeeze in the main sights. Experience the best of Venice in 3.5 hours, leaving you ample time to wander down romantic canal sidestreets and enjoy yourself without any need to rush. This 2.5 hour tour includes:
• St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica
• Enjoy Skip the Line Entry into the Doges Palace
• An English-speaking professional guide
• A gondola ride
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Since we will be entering a church, please make sure that your shoulders and knees are covered. Also, please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not always allowed inside.
All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Skip The Line Entry in the Doges Palace
Entry Into St. Mark's Basilica (valued at €12 per person)
Small-group size, maximum 20 participants
Professional art historian guide
Gondola ride
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Basilica di San Marco
We provide the skip the line tickets, so walk right past the long queue and go right on inside. During November through March, St. Mark’s Basilica does not offer skip the line entry because lines are generally non-existent.
Doge's Palace
As you explore the Doge’s Palace, you’ll hear about the wild ways of the Venetian Republic under the rule of elected magistrates. This tour not only showcases the interior of this ornate palace, but also goes in depth about the crime and legal system that was once in place in the city of Venice. Admire classic works of Venetian art and visit Doge’s Palace’s main sights, such as the Grand Staircase and the Bridge of Sighs.
712 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Diane F,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
Very informative. Our guide Filipino was easy to understand and presented the info. clearly. He had a good sense of humor.
Loredana K,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
Very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. Learned a lot and made me love Venice even more! Definitely do this tour and you will have a greater appreciation of the Venetian’s and their culture!
Neelofur A,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
We had a very knowledgeable guide who spoke excellent English. The tour was a little too long on the Doge Palace. lol
Donghui C,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
Barbara is great, very attentetive, love her job and heritage. I had great time. The gondola ride was a bonus.
Tatyana D,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
Good organization of the tour, easy to find! Good guide! Gondola driver was absolutely fabulous! Love it!
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