Venice In a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doge’s Palace, & Gondola ride

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Summary

Starts
Campo S. Giacomo di Rialto, 255
Duration
6 Hrs.
Languages
English
Difficulty
Medium
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Venice with a comprehensive day tour that unveils the city's most iconic treasures. Explore the detailed mosaics of Basilica San Marco and the grandeur of Doge's Palace. Glide through Venice's serene canals on an unforgettable gondola ride. This experience offers a deeper understanding and appreciation of the city's rich cultural heritage.

Travelers who have booked this full-day tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 3,398 reviews. The entire trip & excursion lasts around 6 hours.

Throughout this experience, you’ll be guided through Mercato di Rialto (Rialto Market), Marco Polo's House, and Bridge Of Sighs. The itinerary includes stops at popular attractions such as Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto), Grand Canal, St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco), and Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale).

Begin at the iconic Rialto Bridge, offering stunning views of the city. Discover the secrets of Venetian cuisine at the lively Rialto Fish Market. Experience the romance of Venice with a serene gondola ride along the Grand Canal.

This tour stands out with exclusive, fast-track access to the architectural wonders of the historic Doge's Palace. You'll also enjoy an inside look at St. Mark's Basilica. Be amazed by stunning art and architecture, and get a peek into Venice's splendid past.

The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this full-day tour is located in Venice. The exact address is Campo S. Giacomo di Rialto, 255, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy. The endpoint of the tour is located at Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Discover the best of Venice in a day, including Basilica San Marco and Doge’s Palace, in this tour. Explore iconic landmarks, soak in the rich history, and enjoy a scenic gondola ride. Secure your spot now and make the most of your Venice experience!

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Included

8:15am & 8:30am tours only: Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (12 €)
Expertly guided walking tour with headset
Gondola Ride
Local English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25 €)

Destinations

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

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Attractions

Grand Canal, Venezia-Murano-Burano, Venice, Venezia, Veneto, ItalyGrand Canal
photo of Night view of piazza San Marco and Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) in Venice, Italy. Architecture and landmark of Venice. Night cityscape of Venice .Doge's Palace
photo of beautiful view from the canal grande to the famous rialto bridge in Venice, Italy, without people and clear, emerald water.Rialto Bridge
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

Venice in a Day
Small Group Tour: 815 AM tour only - Experience Venice in a Day in about 4hrs, St. Marks included. 830 AM tour - Full 6hrs Venice Experience
Private - Venice in a Day
Explore Venice from top to bottom in just one day, visit St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, & a picturesque gondola ride
Venice Express Day Tour
Venice’s top sights in about 4 hours a gondola ride, and skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace. Does NOT include the Basilica

Good to know

This tour is non-refundable. All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
In case of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather (heavy rain, strong wind, high tide) conditions that prevent the gondola ride from taking place or any operational or safety reasons beyond our control it may be substituted for another experience, but no refund will be provided.
Due to the religious nature of sites on this tour, all individuals (regardless of gender) must cover their shoulders and knees. It is acceptable to bring extra coverings to put on just before entering a holy site. Walks cannot be responsible for anyone denied entry.
8:15am & 8:30am tours only: Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica
9am Express tour: Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (NOT included)
Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.

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