Venice In a Day: St Mark's, Doges Palace Gondola Ride & City Tour
Overview
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First time in Venice? Maximize your time in the city with a full-day itinerary that ticks off all the most memorable attractions. Stroll across the Rialto Bridge and browse the lively Rialto fish market, then hop aboard a traditional gondola for a romantic cruise along the Grand Canal. Next, access St. Mark’s Basilica and gaze in awe at the stunning gold mosaics. Finally, enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge’s Palace. The 8:30am tour is limited to 20 people and includes a lunch break on your own, while the 8:15am tour does not include a lunch break (shorter duration of 4 hours) and a maximum of 25 people in your group. If you're short on time, you can also select our Venice Express Half Day Option at time of booking for a 4-hour expertly guided tour of Venice's highlights including St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
In case of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather (heavy rain, strong wind, high tide) conditions that prevent the gondola ride from taking place or any operational or safety reasons beyond our control it may be substituted for another experience, but no refund will be provided.
Due to the religious nature of sites on this tour, all individuals (regardless of gender) must cover their shoulders and knees. It is acceptable to bring extra coverings to put on just before entering a holy site. Walks cannot be responsible for anyone denied entry.
This tour is non-refundable. All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.
Venice Express Option: Gondola is not included.
Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
8:30am tour is limited to 20 people and includes a lunch break on your own, while the 8:15am tour does not include a lunch break (shorter duration of 4 hours) and a maximum of 25 people in your group.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
Ponte di Rialto
Your tour starts at ground level with a guided walking tour of the city's most famous and most interesting sights. See the Rialto Bridge and learn about Venice's food culture at the Rialto Fish Market. Along the way hear tales of famous Venetians like Marco Polo as well as how Venice came to be—and how it survived against the odds. (1 hour if Express option selected)
Sightseeing & Photo Stop
What‘s Included
Gondola Ride (Venice Express Half Day Option excluded)
Local English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25€)
Headset
Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (12€)
Expertly guided walking tour
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Lunch
Gratuities
Options
Venice Express Without Gondola
Duration: 4 hours
Half-Day Tour: See Venice’s top sights in just 4 hours with skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.
Private - Venice in a Day
Explore Venice from top to bottom in just one day, visit St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, & a picturesque gondola ride
Duration: 6 hours
Venice in a Day
Small Group Tour: 8:15 AM tour only - Experience Venice in a Day in about 4hrs, without lunch break
8:30 AM tour - Full 6hrs Venice Experience
Duration: 6 hours
Reviews
3,659 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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275stacyd,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emmanuel was a terrific guide who led the group at a great pace. Wonderful information and it was super helpful that he is a local who was able to share specific history about each place we visited. Thank you!!
Venice tour and Gondola
Michael B,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Valentina S. Was an amazing tour guide with a wealth of knowledge. She was able to make the walls come alive with the history of Venice. Valentina S. Provided a fun tour and highly recommend to see and learn about Venice from her. The gondola ride was enjoyable of course as well. Fun day followed by an awesome recommendation for lunch!!
Wonderful - highly recommend!
Trail75798,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amazing day with Francesca! She is so friendly and knowledgeable - she brought us to many neighborhood sights then on to St. Mark’s and the Doge’s Palace, pointing out the highlights and sharing interesting facts. We also did the gondola ride, it was really nice to see the city via canal. Highly recommend this tour - learned so much today and appreciate the beauty of Venice even more!
Awesome day!
bergenk2026,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina S, our tour guide, was amazing! I learned so much on the tour and she was so knowledgeable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to learn all about Venice in half a day!
Best tour!
Mourvedre1231,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elena Z is the most authentic, brilliant, adorable guide ever. We had the most amazing day with her. Her history lessons, stories, and language insights so far surpassed our expectations and dreams. We loved every second of this tour.
Wonderful experience ,...
Linda D,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience , tour guide made the history come alive. The tour should be added to your bucket list.
Fabulous, insightful and worth it
Paradise494306,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elena is amazing. Her knowledge as a local is invaluable. Her passion for Venice is demonstrated by her engaging presentation. So many stories that you can enjoy while wandering with an expert. Great value for money to have a guide take you around to a number of important locations and a bonus of a gondola experience. Thank you Elena
Wealth of knowledge!
nicolef132,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elena was informative, engaging, cute and entertaining! A wealth of Venetian history and knowledge. We loved every morsel of information and her stories. Although this tour may have costed more than some others it was worth the price.
Lovely tour with lots of details. Very worth it
Haylin H,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very detailed and kind. She did a great job explaining.
Great Tour
bernadettea598,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Arriana was a wonderful guide. You get to see the local neighborhoods and of course the main sights.
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