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Skip the Line: St. Mark's Basilica Tour

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Starts
Venice
Duration
40 Min.
Languages
English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Step into the heart of Venice with an exclusive guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica, Italy's iconic Golden Basilica. Enjoy fast-track entry, bypassing long lines, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking gold mosaics and intricate marble floors that make this site truly unique.

Your knowledgeable guide will bring the basilica's biblical scenes and rich history to life, sharing fascinating stories about its past as the private chapel of the Doges of Venice. Experience the wonder of this sacred space as you explore its ornate interiors and learn about its enduring significance.

Depending on your chosen option, you can also visit the renowned Pala d'Oro, a dazzling golden altarpiece, or step onto the terrace for sweeping views over St. Mark's Square. The museum offers even deeper insight into the basilica's treasures and artistry.

Tours last approximately 45 minutes and are available in English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian, accommodating small groups for a more personal experience. Please remember to dress respectfully for this sacred site, ensuring shoulders and knees are covered, and leave large backpacks behind.

Meet your guide at the designated point in San Marco, ready to discover one of Venice's most treasured landmarks. Secure your spot now to guarantee a seamless, enriching visit to St. Mark's Basilica—spaces fill quickly, so book today!

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Included

St Mark's Basilica skip the line ticket
Guided tour
Terrace and museum visit (if option selected)
Pala d'Oro visit (if option selected)

Destinations

Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice

Map

Attractions

Photo of sunrise in San Marco square with Campanile and San Marco's Basilica, the main square of the old town, Venice, Veneto Italy.St Mark's Basilica

Options

St Mark's Basilica - Skip the line and Ground Floor
Guided tour of St Mark's Basilica with skip the line ticket. Terrace NOT included. Pala d'Oro NOT included
Golden Basilica and Pala d'Oro Tour in English
Golden Basilica and Pala d'Oro Tour in English
Golden Basilica, Terrace, and Museum Tour in English
English Tour with skip the line ticket of Saint Mark's Basilica with access to the terrace and the museum
Golden Basilica, Terrace, and Museum Tour in Spanish
Spanish Tour
Golden Basilica, Terrace, and Museum Tour in French
French Tour
Skip-the-Line St Mark's Basilica Ticket and Audioguide
Visit St Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line tickets and audioguide. This option do not include guide, access to Pala d'Oro, terrace, and museum.
St Mark's Basilica Ticket with Pala d'Oro and Audioguide
Visit St Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line tickets (ground floor including Pala d'Oro) and audioguide. This option do not include guide access to Terrace and Museum.
St Mark's Basilica Full Experience
Visit St Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line tickets (ground floor including Pala d'Oro) plus Terrace, Loggia dei Cavalli, museum and audioguide.
Private: St. Mark's Basilice+Terrace+Museum+Loggia Cavalli
Tour with private guide
St.Mark's Basilica with Terrace, Museum, with audioguide
Visit St Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line tickets (ground floor including Museum, Terrace and Loggia) and audioguide. This option do not include guide access to Pala d'Oro

Good to know

to enter it will be necessary to wear clothing appropriate for a sacred place; short skirts, shorts above the knee and sleeveless shirts are not permitted. shoulders and knees must be covered; big backpacks are not allowed in the Basilica. Access to the Basilica includes a non-refundable and non-transferable ticket issued in your name; depending on the service booked, this may correspond to a value of €12 for entry to the Basilica, €24 if the Museum or the Pala d'Oro is included, or €36 for full access inside. The rest of the price covers operational supervision, mandatory audio systems or audioguides, and the presence of a certified guide or an escort who will make your experience unforgettable. IMPORTANT: All participants must enter accompanied by the guide or escort, according to the rules in force from July 1, 2025. Maximum punctuality is recommended, delays will not be tolerated.

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