Venice Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Tour
About this activity
Smartphone tickets accepted
- Your booking is confirmed immediately
- This activity is available in your language
Experience Highlights
If you're short on time in Venice, this 2-hour guided tour is the perfect choice to discover the best of the city. With an experienced guide, St Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs are brought to life through captivating stories that will connect you with the essence of Venice.
Get skip-the-line access to two of the most iconic monuments. Explore the majestic Doge's Palace and be amazed by the interior beauty of St. Mark's Basilica. Also, enjoy access to the ground floor, the rooftop and the St. Mark's Museum, where every corner reveals a new detail of history.
Meet your guide at the point indicated on the voucher you will receive when you book. The tour is conducted by a professional guide (choice of language depending on availability between English, German, Spanish, French or Italian) and is complemented by headphones for a complete listening experience.
It also includes entrance to the Correr Museum, the National Archaeological Museum and the Monumental Rooms of the Martian National Library.
- Avoid the queues withpriority access ticketsto the Doge's Palace andSt. Mark's Basilica.
- Exclusive access to the terrace of the Basilica where you can enjoy incredible views of St. Mark's Square and part of the city.
- Enjoy the company of an expert guide who will tell you the fascinating history of both monuments.
What’s included
- Queue-free entrance to the Doge's Palace
- Queue-free entrance to St. Mark's Basilica
- Access to the ground floor of the Basilica, the roof terrace and St Mark's Museum
- Guided tour of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
Select date and time
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your start time to ensure everything runs smoothly
Step by Step
Embark on a guided tour of the main attractions of the iconic Piazza San Marco. You will discover the splendour of St. Mark's Basilica, known as the "Golden Basilica", and the imposing Doge's Palace, seat of ancient Venetian political power. With the convenience of skip-the-line tickets, you can make the most of your time and immerse yourself in Venice's rich history without waiting.
During the visit, an expert guide will accompany you through the majestic halls of the Doge's Palace, where the grandeur of a thousand-year-old republic was breathed. You will admire the richness of detail of the Golden Staircase and appreciate the realism of the scenes painted by renowned artists who have embellished this building over the centuries.
Highlights of the experience:
- St. Mark's Basilica: Tour this masterpiece of Byzantine art, marvelling at its gilded mosaics and exquisite marbles, while discovering the biblical stories and history hidden in every corner.
- Doge's Palace: Explore its splendid halls and learn about the life of Venice's ancient rulers, whose decisions shaped the city's history.
- Basilica Terrace and Museum: Enjoy the panoramic view of St. Mark's Square and step inside the museum to see the original Quadriga that crowns the square.
Your ticket also gives you independent access to the Royal Palace (Correr Museum), the Martian Library and the National Archaeological Museum, where you can explore at your own pace and discover spaces such as the rooms of the Empress Sissi or the majestic Napoleon's Hall.
With this experience, you will live a unique journey through the history and culture of Venice, combining tradition, art and modernity in one unforgettable tour.