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

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Overview

Available languages

Portuguese
English
Italian
French
Spanish

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover a guided tour through Venice's iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the city's rich history and culture. Begin at the Doge's Palace, the heart of Venetian authority, then cross the historic Bridge of Sighs.

Explore the magnificent Basilica of San Marco with its breathtaking 9th-century mosaics.

Finally, uncover the secrets of Murano glassmaking at a historic factory.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Visits inside Saint Mark's Basilica are limited to a maximum of 15–20 minutes, as determined by Basilica authorities.

Please note the importance of arriving on time, as each attraction operates on a strict schedule. Delays could result in missing your tour, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.

As Saint Mark's Basilica is a religious site, all visitors are required to wear appropriate attire. Both men and women must ensure that their shoulders and knees are covered.

To ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation, please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code.

During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.

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

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Doge's Palace skip-the-line tickets

Glass Factory Demonstration

St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour

Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people)

Doge's Palace Guided Tour

St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tickets

Access to Pala d'Oro, St. Mark's Museum, Terrace

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Tips (optional)

What To Expect

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Doge's Palace

The Doge's Palace serves as the official residence of the Governor of the Venetian Republic. To truly immerse yourself in the rich history of Venice, a visit to the Doge's Palace is indispensable. This architectural gem, showcasing the pinnacle of Gothic design, boasts elements dating back to the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, seamlessly blending with the majestic Basilica of San Marco. Guided tours offer access to key highlights including the enchanting Courtyard, the opulent Golden Staircase, the awe-inspiring Staircase of the Giants, and the prestigious Sala del Consiglio Maggiore. Within the Sala, visitors can marvel at masterpieces by renowned artists such as Tintoretto, Veronesi, and Titian, further enriching the cultural experience of this magnificent palace.

1 hour • Admission Included
2

Cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs, where prisoners once lamented their fate and learn a little bit more about their history

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Full German Tour Option

Full German Tour Option

Full Spanish Tour Option

Full Spanish Tour Option: Visit Saint Mark Basilica + Doge Palace + Glassblowing Demonstration with an Expert Spanish Guide 2 HOUR's Tour

Full Italian Tour Option

Full Italian Tour Option: Visit Saint Mark Basilica + Doge Palace + Glassblowing Demonstration with an Expert Italian Guide 2 HOUR's Tour

Full French Tour Option

Full French Tour Option: Visit Saint Mark Basilica + Doge Palace + Glassblowing Demonstration with an Expert French Guide 2 HOUR's Tour

Full English Tour Option

Full English Tour Option: Visit Saint Mark Basilica + Doge Palace + Glassblowing Demonstration with an Expert English Guide 2 HOUR's Tour

Full Portuguese Tour Option

Full Portuguese Tour Option: Visit Saint Mark Basilica + Doge Palace + Glassblowing Demonstration with an Expert Portugues Guide 2 HOUR's Tour

Reviews

3.76

17 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • You may have a tour guide...

    Thomas W,

    Sep 29, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    You may have a tour guide who has very, very broken English, speaks fast and comes 30-40 minutes late to lead the group, then be rushed through because the basilica was closing. No apologies were asked for our patience. I felt that they were unprofessional.

  • Super tour

    Brian A,

    Aug 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very informative tour Exciting pictures and straight forward tour Questions were answered and extra info was given

  • Overall good experience...

    Kenny B,

    Aug 12, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Overall good experience and knowledgeable tour! However we were not given any time to take pictures. Other than that, everything is great!

  • A wonderful Venice tour!

    Shawnya G,

    Aug 6, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide, Rebecca, did a wonderful job. It was a small group of 11 and the tour was very interesting and a lot of information was included during that 2-hour window. It left us time to explore Venice the rest of the day.

  • Excellent value for...

    Carmen S,

    Aug 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent value for money. Very knowledgeable and experienced tour guides. Very impressed. Would recommend.

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3.76
17 reviews
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