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Venice Doge Palace and Saint Mark Basilica Guided Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English
Italian

3 hours

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Explore Venice's rich history and majestic landmarks on this 3-hour guided tour.

Begin your journey at the iconic Basilica di San Marco, where you'll be captivated by its stunning mosaics and centuries-old architecture. Your expert guide will walk you through the fascinating history and artistic masterpieces that make this church a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Then, head to the nearby Palazzo Ducale, the former residence of Venetian doges and a symbol of the city’s power. Admire its Gothic architecture, learn about its role in Venetian politics, and discover the secrets of the Doge's Palace through its grand halls and intricate chambers.

This tour also includes access to the Loggia dei Cavalli terrace and the St. Mark’s Museum, offering an even more complete experience. This immersive tour provides a deep dive into Venice’s past, giving you unforgettable insights into two of the city’s most beloved landmarks.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace

Entrance fees

Access the Loggia dei Cavalli terrace with stunning views of St. Mark’s Square.

Visit St. Mark’s Museum to see priceless art and historical treasures.

Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica

St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace guided tour

Guide

Headsets if needed

Access to Pala d'Oro

Hotel pick up and Drop off

What To Expect

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Doge's Palace

Discover the secrets of the Doge's Palace the former residence of Venetian doges and a symbol of the city’s power.

2 hours • Admission Included
2

St. Mark's Basilica

Discover the secrets of St. Mark's Basilica and admire its stunning mosaics on a guided tour of Venice.

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Tour Palazzo Ducale e S Marco

Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour

Reviews

3.83

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Excellent

    R2531ASrobertm,

    Oct 4, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Excellent guide and your. Very friendly guide and very knowledgeable. Detailed tour of the basilica and the doges palace.

  • Frustrating

    Colleen D,

    Sep 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    2.00

    We signed up for an English speaking tour guide, “who seemed to be very nice” …. but unfortunately our guide had such a heavy accent we could not understand him. I contacted the company to see if we could join another tour group “there were plenty other that day from the same company” but was told no, enjoy our tour. My husband got so frustrated he left the tour. The only benefit was, we did not have to stand in line that long to get in. We booked the tour to enjoy the full history and beauty, it was a lot of $$$ to pay for neither.

  • Terrible Experience

    GrandTour06592604041,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    1.00

    We had a terrible experience with Doooing Experience. We pre bought tour tickets for the Doge’s Palace in Venice through Viator. When we met for the tour they had changed our booking to St Mark’s cathedral which is not what we paid for. They would not straighten this out even though I showed the confirmation emails we had received. I had to go to the Doge Palace and purchase more tickets for 34 euros to get the tour that I was interested in. We are also going to contact Viator and complain about Doooing. If they want to see our records my wife has emails and receipts to show what we clearly bought. I was so disgusted with what happened that I didn’t even use the ticket to the cathedral.

  • Best of Venice

    K9607RVmarys,

    Jul 30, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace with Doooing was incredible! Michela was an amazing guide — knowledgeable, engaging, and full of passion for Venice’s history. She made every moment interesting and easy to follow. Highly recommended!

  • O2738MBclaudios,

    Jul 22, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I wasn’t sure what to expect, but this tour ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The guide was super clear and easy to follow — not boring or over the top. Seeing the inside of the Doge’s Palace and then walking straight into the Basilica without waiting in line felt like a cheat code. Both places are amazing in their own way — the art, the ceilings, the crazy history. You don’t need to be a history buff to enjoy it. Just a really cool way to understand what Venice was all about.

  • 763sayehg,

    Jul 21, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The Venice Doge Palace and Saint Mark Basilica guided tour with Doooing was outstanding! Our guide was informative and engaging, providing fascinating insights into the history, art, and architecture of these iconic landmarks. the back office support made the experience seamless and stress-free. A perfect way to explore Venice’s cultural treasures—highly recommended!

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3.83
6 reviews
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