Best Of Venice: Saint Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace with Guide and Gondola Ride
This tour pairs Venice’s two most important landmarks with timed-entry access, so you can fit St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace into a single half-day without wasting time in queues. With an expert English-speaking guide, you get clear context for what you see, from the basilica’s mosaics to the palace’s political history and prison passages. You finish with a 30-minute shared gondola ride, giving you a classic canal experience to match the sightseeing.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Professional art historian guide
Time entry and tour of St. Mark's Basilica
Time entry and tour of the Doges Palace
Small-group size, maximum 25 participants
30-minute gondola ride (max 5 guests)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Since we will be entering a church, please make sure that your shoulders and knees are covered. Also, please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not always allowed inside.
- All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.
Supplier: Viator

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