Best Of Venice: Saint Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace with Guide and Gondola Ride
Overview
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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
Additional Info
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
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
What To Expect
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.
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Best Of Venice: Saint Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace with Guide and Gondola Ride
Reviews
737 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Venice - 1/2 day tour St. Mark's square
Cheryl O,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was amazing. She brought the history alive for us, and was so knowledgeable about the Palace and Cathedral. And of course, the gondola ride was incredible.
3 hours historical tour
william c,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00A very informative history tour. Tour guide Natalia was terrific. Speaks very good English. Was also able to include humor.
Lovely afternoon in Venice
Nicole R,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
4.00The tour was great, our tour guide was great. The only reason for not giving a 10 is that the gondola ride is really suited for 2 people but they put 4 in the boat. Two passengers don't get the comfy seat with their backs against the cushion. They are balancing on bench seats and not as comfortable, making it awkward for the 2 that took the actual seat as well as awkward for the other 2 in the 'less than' seating
The tour of the Doge...
Joanne F,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour of the Doge Palace was incredible. Filipe was extremely knowledgeable. We really liked the way that he told stories with the history rather than just stating facts. The basilica was beautiful and again Filipe knew lots of details that we would never have known otherwise. The gondola ride was special, a once in a lifetime experience. I would highly recommend this tour.
Very good trip, very...
Julio Q,
Oct 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good trip, very helpful and easy to understand our tour guide. All access to the buildings was very smooth. Great Trip
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