St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride
Overview
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9 hours 30 minutes
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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
What To Expect
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.
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.
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St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride
What‘s Included
Lace making demonstration in Burano
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)
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
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
924 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Experience in Venice
Rosemarie P,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was amazing! It is just a sample of the beauty of Venice. It was well worth it! Phillipe was great! I needed the elevator and he was helpful and caring. I really appreciated that. He was knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. The gondola ride was well done and not rushed. Flavia took us to the islands of Murano and Burano. She was also very knowledgeable. I loved the Murano glass demonstration but I loved Burano's charm. I came back very happy. I would highly recommend this tour!
Book the tour, it’s worth it!
P4566ZTsarahe,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience. Each tour guide we had explained everything throughly and answered all our questions.
Love it!
angelicam171,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Flavia is the best! Great tour
Fun and informative!
464nandinir,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good information and convenient tour.
Half & Half
Lisa M,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Phillipe was our guide for the first half of the tour. He was full of knowledge and shared it all with us and he was a great guide. He made learning about it so much fun. My husband and I both enjoyed it tremendously. The gondola ride was a very nice break from all the walking and the sun. Then we met up with our second tour guide, Nicole. We both felt that she was not very personable. She shared some knowledge of Murano/Burano. But other than that she seemed like she was being inconvenienced by everyone. She even rolled her eyes a few times in response to questions and people’s actions. This came across as very unprofessional and unapproachable.
Superb guide
sachinj684,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing guide. Very knowledgeable, and interactive
Amazing tour guide
hamishs387,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Nicole, was very knowledgeable on the Murano and Burano tour. She gave clear instructions and very informative.
Great tour guide
Z6914RZelainel,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative and interesting Great job
Venice
Richard M,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guides were informative and extremely professional. They provided information on a fun and engaging way. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone.
This was a great...
Margy L,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience. We avoided long lines and learned so much about Venice. Burano was so beautiful.
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