Venice Private Guided Tour with St. Mark's Basilica Tickets

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Discover the best of Venice in just one day with this guided walking and boat tour that includes skip-the-line entry to the famous St. Mark's Basilica . Cruise along Venice's Grand Canal aboard a private boat and explore all the main sights of the city with a local guide .

This tour lasts over 3 hours approximately and takes place privately, only with your group. Enjoy the incredible views of the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square, as well as the interior of St. Mark's Basilica, with its Byzantine mosaics and treasures.

  • Enter St. Mark's Basilica in Venice without queuing .
  • Stroll through typical Venetian alleys with a local guide .
  • Travel along the Grand Canal for about an hour on a private boat.

What’s included

  • Skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Guided tour of the main sights of Venice.
  • One hour boat trip on the Grand Canal.
  • Professional English-speaking guide.

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Step by Step

Explore the best of Venice in just one day with this comprehensive guided tour lasting approximately 3 hours . You'll begin your experience in St. Mark's Square, where you'll meet an expert guide. During your walking tour of the beautiful city you will see historic buildings such as the Doge's Palace and the legendary St. Mark's Basilica.

With your priority-access ticket to the basilica , you'll avoid long queues and can enter directly without having to wait any longer than at the security checkpoint. Once inside, your guide will take you through the magnificent church revealing the secrets and history behind the works of art.

After seeing the acclaimed mosaics that adorn the interior of the basilica you will continue through the narrow streets of hidden Venice. You'll see the Gothic palaces of Campo Santa Maria Formosa, the bridges that span the canals and even other sights such as Marco Polo's House, the Calle del Paradiso and many more.

You will then embark on a boat trip on the city's Grand Canal. Throughout the approximately 60-minute private boat tour, you will enjoy the beautiful views of Venice from the water.

Make the most of the free time between tours and discover Venice on your own. You can either visit the souvenir shops or relax in one of the cafes while soaking up the unique atmosphere of Venice.

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· 465 Reviews
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    P.
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    I visited Venice and had the opportunity to visit St. Mark's Basilica with a guided tour. It was a fascinating experience and I learned a lot about the history and architecture of the place.
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    M.
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    Amazing tour with an expert guide. St. Mark's Basilica is a jewel - an unforgettable experience!
  • E
    E.
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    I toured the majestic St. Mark's Basilica with my sister - what an architectural jewel, it left us speechless!
  • L
    L.
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    The guided tour of St Mark's Basilica was incredibly detailed and educational, but the crowds were a bit overwhelming.
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