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Legendary Venice: Doge's Palace & St Mark's with optional upgrade

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Overview

Available languages

English

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With skip-the-line tickets and an expert guide, you’ll explore Venice’s top two landmarks, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, in just two unforgettable hours. Wander the gilded council rooms in the Doge's Palace, cross the Bridge of Sighs, uncover enthralling stories of power and politics, and marvel at the golden mosaic ceiling in St. Mark's Basilica. Note: If you select the Private Legendary Venice option (max 6 people) or Legendary Venice with Terraces option at time of booking, you’ll have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to admire beautiful views from the balcony over St. Mark's Square. These options have a tour duration of 3 hours.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

Due to the religious nature of St. Mark's Basilica, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering St. Mark's. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.

Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and/or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.

No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.

If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.

This tour is non-refundable. All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.

Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.

If you select the Private Legendary Venice option (max 6 people) or Legendary Venice with Terraces option at time of booking, you’ll have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to admire beautiful views from the balcony over St. Mark's Square. These tour departures are 3 hours.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What To Expect

1

Piazza San Marco

Begin in the world-famous St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco) and take a moment to appreciate the breathtaking space laid out in front of you. Your guide will lay the foundation for your experience, setting the scene of centuries of Venetian history under the famed arched portico.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Doge's Palace

Start your day at Palazzo Ducale, or Doge's Palace, home to the doge, or duke, of Venice and his seat of government. As your guide leads you through its grand chambers and council rooms, they'll point out paintings by renowned Venetian masters such as Veronese and Tintoretto. You'll hear how Venice was ruled from within these walls and about some of its famous prisoners, including Casanova. You'll even walk in their footsteps as you cross the Bridge of Sighs from the palace and into the grim New Prisons. Note: Step inside the Doge’s Palace before it opens to the public to wander the empty chambers—an exclusive early access experience only available on this tour’s 8AM departure. The 8AM tour also includes a tour of St. Mark's Basilica and special access to the terraces with incredible privileged views of St. Mark's Square.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25 €)

Local English-speaking guide

Exclusive Early Entry to the Doge's Palace (8 AM only)

Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica 12€, St. Mark's Basilica + Museum 24€

Spanish Speaking guide - if option selected

Exclusive access to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica (if option selected)

Headsets when necessary

Gratuities

Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Lunch

Options

Legendary Venice with terraces

Small Group: Venice’s top attractions—St. Mark’s Basilica w/ terraces, and the Doge’s Palace—Exclusive Doge's Palace Early Entry, 8AM only

Legendary Venice Spanish Tour

Legendary Venice Express: Join this Spanish language tour - explore Doge’s Palace & skip the line into St Mark’s Basilica on this 2-hour tour of Venice

Legendary Venice Tour

Doges's Palace & St Mark's : Discover the seat of Venetian power at the Doge’s Palace and then skip the line into St. Mark's Basilica on this express tour

Private - Legendary Venice

Legendary Venice w/ Terraces: Explore Venice’s top attractions—St. Mark’s Basilica & terraces, and the Doge’s Palace—on a private guided tour.

Reviews

4.68

5,014 reviews

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  • So very informative and...

    Judy W,,Jan 8, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    So very informative and interesting! Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The small group made it flexible, which was a great advantage.

  • worthwhile tour

    BeFein,,Jan 6, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Many thanks to Giuliano! He accompanied us very caring and above all many interesting stories ready, was a lot of fun!

  • Interesting! Enjoyable and inrersting

    N8579AEjennifers,,Jan 5, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Great scheduling Excellent timing Filipo Merlo was fantastic!! Took his time , pointed interesting things and made it memorable Thank you!

  • FUN DAY

    meganhY9139TC,,Jan 4, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    .MR GOAT IS THE BEST!! so much fun learned a lot!! recommend to r étions to get the inside scoop of venice in a fun relaxed way!!

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  • Fantastic family tour guide

    hanseno2026,,Jan 2, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Alex’s tour guide enthusiasm was contagious. Our family had a fantastic time with him showing us around. He clearly knew the history and all the details so well.

  • Alexandro Tour

    jaydenr2026,,Jan 2, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Alexandro was an amazing tour guide. He is a wealth of knowledge. Highly recommend. He is from Venice so he knows pretty much everything about the city

  • Amazing Tour

    cameronrY9542UI,,Jan 2, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Great tour and really good guide. Our tour guide, Alessandro, did a really great job and is extremely knowledgeable with everything.

  • Family’s best tour

    Jacqueline M,,Dec 28, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Our family traveled through the holidays in Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan. By far our favorite tour. Our guide Helena was terrific in weaving stories and facts to what we were seeing throughout our 3 hour tour. She made it relevant and fun to listen to which made it a fabulous experience. Thank you for your expertise!

  • Great experience!

    L7026MQnoraa,,Dec 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Had a fantastic experience with our guide Valentina. She explained everything thoroughly . She left us wanting to learn more about Venice! Thank you!

  • Fabulous storyteller

    MStory teller,,Dec 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Valentina is a fabulous storyteller. She kept us engaged for 3 hours and brought alive Venice. Thank you so much for this really insightful tour

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