Doge's Palace, Saint Mark's Basilica & Bridge of Sigh Guided Tour

Venice, Italy

Activity Code- 2426

Overview

Join us on a shared guided tour to step into the rich past of Venice to explore the two iconic landmarks- Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. You will get skip-the-line access and walk right into the historical heritage accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide. See the unique Byzantine art of the Basilica and the walls of the Doge’s Palace. Admire the golden mosaics and marble inlays on the Basilica’s floors, accompanied by expert guides. Explore the Doge’s Palace on a guided tour, once home to Venice’s powerful leaders who shaped the fate of the Venetian Republic. Reveal the fascinating history hidden within the walls of the Doge’s Palace with this tour. Walk through the grand rooms and pass over the famous Bridge of Sighs to reach the old Prison Cells. Also, explore the Royal Palace in St. Mark’s Square at your own pace. You will also get a skip the line ticket to visit the Museo Correr, Biblioteca Marciana, and National Archeological Museum in St.Mark’s Square by yourself. This tour combines the beauty and history into one unforgettable experience.

Highlights

  • Visit two iconic places in Venice with the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica guided Tour
  • Discover the fascinating history of the iconic places with a Professional English-speaking guide
  • Get skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica, offering unique Byzantine art
  • With the skip-the-line tickets to Doge’s Palace, which served as the center of political power in Venice
  • Explore the grand rooms and golden staircase of the Doge’s Palace
  • Access to the Bridge of Sighs connecting the palace to the dark and damp prison cells
  • Enjoy skip-the-line access to explore the Museo Correr, Biblioteca Marciana, and National Archeological Museum in St.Mark’s Square
  • Smartphone Voucher is Accepted ! No need to take Printed Tickets!

Itinerary

Visit two of the most beautiful landmarks in all of Venice - Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica with the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica guided Tour. Begin your Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica guided Tour in the heart of Venice, at the beautiful St. Mark’s Square, where you will meet your professional English-speaking guide. The journey starts with a visit to one of the most famous cathedrals in the world—St. Mark’s Basilica. With your guide, explore the stunning golden mosaics and colorful marble floors. The guide will explain the stories shown in the pictures, the church’s rich history, and the special parts that make this church so important.
 
Next, step into the grand Doge’s Palace, a place that was once the center of political power in Venice. Admire Doge's Palace, the very symbol of Venice and a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Walk through its majestic halls where the Doge and his council made important decisions for the Republic. Your guide will share the history of the Venetian Republic in an engaging way. See the beautiful Golden Staircase and learn about the art and history hidden in every corner. You will be amazed by the beautiful details of the golden staircase and the luxurious decorations throughout the palace. Then, walk across the famous Bridge of Sighs, which links the palace to the dark and damp prison cells. It is a reference to the prisoners’ sighs as they walked from the courtroom to the cells. This is a truly unique experience as it is only accessible from inside Doge’s Palace.
 
After the guided tour, you can visit the Museo Correr, the Biblioteca Marciana, and the National Archaeological Museum on your own. With a skip-the-line ticket, you can enjoy these peaceful and interesting places without waiting in the long queue. At the Royal Palace, explore beautiful rooms like the Empress Sissi Rooms and the grand Napoleon Dance Hall, and see how life once was in Venice. Explore Venetian culture, history, and traditions with your friendly English-speaking guide. They will share interesting insights that only a local knows. You will receive audio headsets so you can hear every word clearly, and you will be in a small group of no more than 10 people. This way, you will not miss any part of the guide's expert commentary as you discover the city. The Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica guided Tour is a wonderful chance to learn, explore, and enjoy the beauty of Venice in one unforgettable tour.

Schedule

Start Time: Varies, based on the date slected (Please arrive atleast 15 minutes prior to the start time)
Duration: (Approx.) 2 Hours
Meeting Point: Calle de le Rasse 4536, 30122 Venice
Ending Point: Royal Palace in St. Mark’s Square
(Please check the calendar to know about the availability)

Includes

  • Professional Guide (English)
  • Skip-the-Line Ticket to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Skip-the-Line Ticket to Doge’s Palace
  • Access to the Bridge of Sighs
  • Access to Doge’s Palace Prisons
  • Skip the line Ticket to Visit Museo Correr, Biblioteca Marciana and National Archeological Museum
  • Audio-Receiver Devices (Only for groups over 10 people)

Redemption Info

You can show your mobile or printed voucher at the meeting location: Calle de le Rasse 4536, 30122 Venice.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Ticket/Voucher is valid to the travel date you choose.

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair Accessibility: No
Voucher Information: Mobile and Paper Vouchers are accepted!
Please arrive atleast 15 minutes prior to the start time.
For security reasons, sacks, bags, or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace.(Free Deposit is Available Inside)
Guests are advised to wear comfortable shoes and clothing on their travel day. For the visit to the Basilica, proper clothing is required (no shorts or tank tops allowed).
Children must be accompanied with an adult at all times.
Disclaimer: The service provider reserves the right to close or cancel certain shows, attractions, entertainments, restaurants, shops or ancillary facilities without notice. There will be no refund provided in that case.

Cancellation Policy

Non-Refundable, all sales are final once booked!

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