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St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride

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Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Want to explore the best of Venice with limited time on your hands? This tour combines some of the city's most Prestigeous sites in a one-day itinerary! Enjoy skip the line access into the St Marks Church, marvel the hallways of the Doges Palace and explore the city from the waterfront during your gondola ride - accompanied by one of our Gondoliers!

After some leisure time for lunch our tour embarks on an adventure to explore the world renown islands of Murano and Burano. Our guide will whisk you through the islands most charming streets on your way to witness the age-old craft of Lace making and Glass Blowing. This tour is the perfect combo of Venetian History, Local Craftmanship and Sightseeing!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not 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.

Please note that depending on the start time the itinerary order can vary.

This tour consists of two parts and includes free time for lunch (at your own expense)

The remainder of the itinerary is spent walking from one place to the next alongside the guide and travelling to the next site

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

1

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.

30 minutes • Admission Included
2

Palazzo Ducale

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. You'll even get to see some of the prison cells that were functional during the time of the Venetian Republic.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Free time for Lunch (at own expense)

Glass Blowing Demonstration

Professional, English Speaking Guide

30 Minute Gondola Ride

Timed-entry ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (€12)

Small-group size, maximum 20 participants

Some Free Time to Explore Burano Island

Round Trip Transportation to/from Murano & Burano Island

Skip-the-line Entry and Guided tour of the Doge’s Palace

Skip-the-Line Entry and Guided tour of St Marks Basilica

Food and drinks

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St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride

Reviews

4.58

818 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great experience of Murano and Buranoo

    660wasana,Apr 7, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    It was a wonderful experience. Serena the guide was amazing and so helpful, and the boat driver was great.

  • Excellent tour

    Dana M,Apr 6, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Very informative about all areas of the palace and the two islands.

  • Murano was no bueno

    Yvonne C,Apr 5, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Wish the tour includes exploring the island in Murano and visiting multiple factories instead of one factory. Dont even know the name but we went straight to the glass factory and left. It was more of a shopping trip rather than an exploration. 3 stars for the beautiful artworks. Could be 5 if it includes more then just the one factory

  • Misleading Title & App Description—Verify Your Slot!

    Daniel R,Apr 4, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    2.00

    ​The Murano and Burano islands were beautiful and the glass blowing was excellent. However, the booking process was incredibly frustrating. The tour is titled "St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride," and my confirmation explicitly check-marked all these activities as included. ​Upon arrival, we were told the afternoon slot excludes the historical sites and gondola. It is very misleading to name a tour after attractions that aren't actually included in the time slot you select. Viator eventually issued a refund, but it ruined our plans for the day. Great local guides, but the app description needs a serious fix.

  • Finding our way in beautiful Venice

    Navigator51720064070,Apr 4, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Fantastic full day with two fabulous guides. The cathedral and Doges palace were awe inspiring and even better with such a knowledgeable guide. The gondola ride was a must do too. In the afternoon we went to Murano and saw an amazing demonstration and then went to Burano with its beautiful coloured houses and yummy local biscuits. Guides Grace and Alyssia and boat driver Stefano were all first rate.

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  • How to do Venice in 1 Day

    Carla J,Apr 2, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Pretty comprehensive tour, split in 2 parts. Murano was a sales tour of the glass making factory, but Burano was quaint. Nice to walk around and get a coffee or gelato

  • Nice day tour

    683silvar,Apr 1, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Barbara and Christina were great tour guides.

  • Amazing day in Venice - Must book a tour

    P5745KDsh,Apr 1, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Although it may be pricey for a family/group, it is worth doing for a full experience of Venice and the islands of Murano and Burano. Our guides Grace and Serena were amazing and a bundle of knowledge and love for their city. It is a must, especially if you want to do Venice in a day. Thank you for an unforgettable experience for my mother & I :)

  • Murano and Burano Boat Tour

    myan347,Mar 31, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Francesca was our tour guide for the Murano and Burano boat tour and she was amazing. She was very kind and very knowledgeable about the history of Venice and its surrounding islands. I highly recommend booking this tour. My family and I loved it!

  • Excellent

    Resort43491763657,Mar 29, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Great experience overall. Tour guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable. Definitely the highlight of my visit.

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