Precious St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace with Bridge of Sighs Guided Tour + San Marco History Gallery
Duration
2 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
Languages
English
Skip the line
Included
Admire intricate marble inlays and sacred architecture inside the Basilica
Visit the Doge’s Palace, seat of Venetian political power and prestige
Walk through grand halls, Golden Staircase, and frescoed council chambers
Access the Royal Palace, including Napoleon’s Ballroom and Sissi’s apartments
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Venice with a tour that combines two of the city’s most iconic landmarks St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Begin at St. Mark’s Basilica, the spiritual heart of Venice, where shimmering gold mosaics cover over 43,000 square feet and intricate marble inlays adorn the floors. Your expert guide will reveal the hidden meanings behind the biblical scenes, sacred architecture, and centuries-old features of this Byzantine masterpiece, providing a rich understanding of its religious and artistic significance. Continue to the Doge’s Palace, once the seat of power in the Venetian Republic, and walk through grand halls where the Doge and his Council governed an empire. Admire the opulent Golden Staircase, vast frescoes depicting justice, war, and glory, and follow your guide to the legendary Bridge of Sighs leading to the historic prison cells where convicts, including Casanova, were once held. Conclude the tour with free access to the Royal Palace, including Napoleon’s Ballroom and Empress Sissi’s apartments, before finishing at the San Marco History Gallery. Here, a virtual reality experience brings the past to life, transforming the Basilica into the Doge’s private chapel and the Palace into a medieval fortress, offering an immersive and educational journey through Venice’s history, culture, and grandeur.
Entry or admission fee
Shared guided tour of the St. Mark’s Basilica
Skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica
Skip-the-line tickets to Doge’s Palace
Professional English or French speaking guide
Access to the Bridge of Sighs
Access to Doge’s Palace Prisons
Skip the line ticket to visit by yourself the Museo Corre
San Marco History Gallery Venice in the past
Audio-receiver devices
Food and drinks
Guided tour of Royal Palace, Marciana Library
Access to St. Mark’s Basilica Terrace and Museum
Access to Pala d’Oro
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Camera
Valid ID required for security checks
No bags or backpacks allowed inside Basilica or Doge’s Palace
Modest dress required, shoulders and knees covered
Digital and printed vouchers accepted
Arrive at meeting point 5 minutes early
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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