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 provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica
Basilica tickets are priced at €12 per person. Doge's Palace tickets are priced at €30 per adult. All additional charges are considered administrative costs
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.
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.
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
Palazzo Ducale
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.
What‘s Included
Skip the Line Access to St. Mark’s Basilica
English/Spanish-speaking guide (depending on option selected)
Groups of 25 people or less
Skip the line Access and entrance ticket to the Doge’s Palace
Audio headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
Food/Beverage
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Options
Guided Tour - English
English Tour: Guided Tour with a English-speaking guide
Guided Tour - French
French Tour: Guided Tour with a French-speaking guide
Guided Tour - Spanish
Spanish Tour: Guided Tour with a Spanish-speaking guide
Reviews
1,966 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Alissa D,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic way to learn about two of the main attractions in Venice! Very knowledgeable guide to take you around
Wonderful
Shelley G,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There are lots of steps. Sara was wonderful, very knowledgeable and accommodating. She helped those with bags to check. The 2 hour time frame was perfect.
This tour was nice! The...
Tanya H,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was nice! The guide introduced herself right away and then we got a lot of valuable information. She explained everything in great details.
Unique Experience!
Reginald J,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A unique experience that is worth it. Our guide provided information beyond our day time tour that was packaged with the Doge's palace.
Great tour
Voyage33539411320,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Michaela was fantastic.
Guide: Michaela
JohnM B,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Super informative and interesting. Michaela shared great stories from history, and was quite funny as well.
St Mark’s Basilica and Doge Palace tour
Daniela F,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour guide ( Mateo). Knowledgable and funny. 2h tour that really gave us a great overview.
Great tour!
Derek B,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing to skip the line at both places. Our guide Sara was really funny and very informative! The only slight negative was I wish we could have had a little more time in the basilica.
Lots of history and beautiful structures
Wendy F,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The visit to the Basilica is a bit short and rush but it is definitely a lot of history there which was carefully explained by Sara our tour guide. She is very good with all the details. The Doge Palace is amazing.
Great experience!
Jennifer D,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Zoey was our wonderful tour guide. She was so knowledgable and we learned so much from her. She really gave an exceptional tour! Our whole group of 4 highly recommends this tour.
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