Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Our Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica tour is perfect for visitors with only a limited time in Venice, who want to get a true taste of the city. In just a few hours we take you to the most famous sites of the city, seeing the Rialto Bridge and venturing inside St, Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the itinerary for our tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. We assure you that any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience.
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Skip the Line Access to St. Mark’s Basilica
Skip the line Access and entrance ticket to the Doge’s Palace
Audio headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
Expert, English-speaking tour guide
Groups of 20 people or less
Food/Beverage
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What To Expect
Piazza San Marco
There is so much to see and do in the incredible Floating City of Venice, so why should you spend your precious vacation time waiting in line? With Skip-the-Line Access to two of Venice’s unmissable sights, Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, you can immerse yourself in Venetian history and maximize your time in Venice on this carefully curated tour.
Doge's Palace
Once home to the Duke of Venice and the city’s courts, it is the center of Venetian history – and as one of the world’s oldest republics, that’s quite a history. We’ll explore all the best sights of the palace open to the public, from spectacular works produced on demand by artistic masters Tintoretto and Veronese, to the evidence of the genius checks and balances that made the republic so successful. With your guide on hand to lead you through the most important rooms, to explain magnificent frescoes and to tell you the tales behind every nook and cranny, your visit to the Doge’s Palace will be the perfect way to wrap up your tour through the history and culture of Venice.
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Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour with Skip the Line
Reviews
1,535 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The girl at the initial...
Delmar F,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00The girl at the initial check-in was a great help right from the start. The guide, Jade, was fantastic. She kept everyone together and was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable!
Doge Palace
Sheila L,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour with wonderful guide (Zoe). Very worthwhile. Guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend.
Great experience!
Ruzanna S,
Jun 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Phillip is a great guide. He was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and very intelligent. He had a great gift of presentation. I am so happy for that awesome experience and so greatful to our guide for that interesting day!
Very informative tour
Jo A,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00As it is very nice to just wander around Venice, it is so much better when you are there for the first time to have someone explain to you what you are looking at. I love the history of Venice, much of which I would not know if I did not have this wonderful tour guide. A must do tour especially for first time visitors.
Filippo is great tour...
Damira L,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Filippo is great tour guide with an amazing sense of humor. Very knowledgeable and fun! We had a great time!
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