St. Mark's Basilica & Doge Palace + Murano, Burano Guided Tour
Overview
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6 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore Venice's top sites with a guided tour of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Discover the grandeur of the former Venetian rulers' residence and marvel at the Basilica's stunning mosaics. Then, visit Murano and Burano islands. Watch a live glassblowing demonstration in Murano and enjoy a picturesque walking tour of colorful Burano. Immerse yourself in Venice's rich history and vibrant island culture on this unforgettable tour.
Continue your experience with a thrilling VR adventure that brings history to life: watch Piazza San Marco transform through the ages, see the Basilica as the Doge’s private chapel, explore the Doge’s Palace as a medieval fortress, and discover how the iconic Rialto Bridge was once a wooden drawbridge.
FIRST DAY: St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Guided Visit
SECOND DAY: Murano & Burano Islands Guided Visit
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee.
ATTENTION: Starting from November, the tour will be divided into two days. FIRST DAY ACTIVITY: St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Guided Visit; SECOND DAY ACTIVITY: Murano & Burano Islands Guided Visit
Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after; otherwise, it will be refunded)
For security reasons sacks, bags, or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace. Free deposit inside.
For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Murano Glass Factory skip-the-line access
Glass-blowing demonstration
Correr Museum, Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library access
Murano Island walking tour
Burano Island walking tour
English-speaking guide
Doge's Palace skip-the-line entry ticket
St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace guided tour
History Gallery: a unique Vr experience of Venice in the past
Audio receivers for groups of 10 or more
St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line entry ticket
Doge's Palace Prisons access
Bridge of Sighs access
Roundtrip to Murano and Burano Islands (semi-private water taxi)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Guided tour of Correr Museum, Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library
Entry fees not specified in the inclusions
What To Expect
Piazza San Marco
You will admire the most beautiful place in Venice - St. Mark's Square!
Doge's Palace
You will visit the Doge's Palace discovering its fascinating history.
Options
Basilica& Doge + Islands Tour
Reviews
145 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The right guys can really make a difference
Ric L,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Sure, we are in an incredible place at a great time of the evening starting. Yet, our guides information and style really made a difference. We are appreciative.
Nice way to see highlights of Venice
Andrew C,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very informative and well paced. My wife has mobility issues and guide was able to accommodate. The short 3d virtual reality intro was a nice touch too!
Find better company
Patricia C,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
1.00Very poor directions, took transport from trieste, guy had welcome on cell phone, had to call after 20 minute wait for him to go to dock. In Venice should have been left off at Realto stop by hotel, was not. Walked with all our luggage missed tour start time. Was told “should be no problem when debating canceling tour (577.00) and we missed it. Moved start point too, on cruise only found out after getting in Venice. Should be negative rating!
Great tour
DENISE P,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. Toured the Doge Palace and St. Mark's Basilica.
Excellent tour guide for...
Marcia S,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour guide for Doges Palace and Basilica, but ear phones were not made for my ears and kept falling off. Try different type if earphones like headphones.
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