Legendary Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour
3 h
All Day
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Overview
What's Included
- Skip the line at two of Venice’s most visited sights.
- Join a local Venetian guide for an incredible tour.
- Go behind the scenes of St. Mark's Basilica (St. Mark's Basilica + Museum ticket 24€).
- Step out onto the basilica balcony for an exclusive view.
- Visit the opulent Doge's Palace & the bleak New Prisons.
- Admire spectacular frescoes by Veronese and Tintoretto.
- Walk across the Bridge of Sighs from the inside.
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Total Customer Reviews: 6594
Verified Ratings
4.7 /5
based on 2763 Devour customer ratings
based on 2763 Devour customer ratings
Rating Summary by Category
Latest Reviews
Excellent
A great way to see these main sights of Venice. Our host Matteo was a great story teller and knowledgable. Good sized group and personable. Thank you
Tripadvisor customer · mmhely ·
Nov 30, 2025
Excellent
Franceska was incredible! She was so knowledgeable about the history of the basilica and Doge’s palace! We really enjoyed her tour and would recommend to all families! This is a great way to get to know Venice, Enjoy!
Viator customer · Mark ·
Nov 29, 2025
Excellent
Mateo was our guide and did a great job. He is from Venice and knew all the historical stuff but he had plenty of funny insider legends and lore the locals know. He knows everyone in the place and works very hard to make sure all the tourists are relaxed, engaged, and entertained.
Viator customer · Jason ·
Nov 29, 2025
Excellent
This was such an excellent tour! Suzanne provided excellent insights into all the frescoes and the architecture. Additionally I highly recommend going in November. We saw more workers than tourists everywhere, and it really enhanced our experience with Suzanne who could go into very detailed discussions without feeling rushed
Viator customer · Jessica ·
Nov 27, 2025
Excellent
This was a very good group tour of the Doge Palace and St. Mark’s Cathedral. Though we were a group of 20, the “whisperers” as they were called by the guide made it possible to listen to her commentary and enjoy our surroundings. We usually take private tours but this tour worked out well. I would recommend this tour.
Tripadvisor customer · Atlantan1972 ·
Nov 21, 2025
Know Before You Book
Can I bring a bag with me?
Large bags, trolleys and backpacks cannot be accommodated on this tour.
What's so special about the 8:00 am tour time?
The 8:00 AM tour time offer a unique and exclusive benefit - enter St. Mark's Basilica before it opens! With just your small group you enter through a side door and spend time alone in the Basilica. A truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, and created for Walks guests only. The 8:00 AM tour time is the only time with this special access, although the later times are also skip-the-line!
Does St. Mark's Basilica have a dress code?
Yes. Because it is a holy place, St. Mark's Basilica insists that both men and women wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. They can and will refuse entry to anyone who does not meet this standard and we can't do anything about it, so come prepared.
Could sites close on this tour?
Due to circumstances beyond our control, sites may occasionally close. We make every effort to stay as close to the advertised itinerary as possible but substitutions/omissions may be necessary.
Is this tour accessible to guests with mobility impairments?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at [email protected] to make alternative arrangements.
What's the cancellation policy for this tour?
This experience is refundable up to 7 days before your tour. Important: You must provide the following details for every guests in your party at the time of booking: first name and last name. All guests must bring ID on the day of their tour as it is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica.
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