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Experience the magic of Venice with this captivating afternoon guided tour of Saint Mark's Basilica. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the stunning Saint Mark's Square, sharing fascinating stories and historical facts along the way. Step inside the Golden Basilica, a unique masterpiece that was once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice. Marvel at the sumptuous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring that adorn this sacred space. As you explore the basilica, your guide will bring to life the biblical scenes depicted throughout the building, allowing you to truly absorb the rich history and unique charm of this ancient basilica. This one-hour tour concludes in Saint Mark's Square, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the beauty and grandeur of Saint Mark's Basilica.
About this experience
Free Cancellation
For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
1
hours
Suitable for
1-15
Participants
Private Tour, Small Group Tour
Guided Experience
Detailed tour of the Golden Basilica
Absorb the atmosphere of the Basilica
Learn about the biblical scenes represented
Live tour commentary in multiple languages
Skip-the-line entrance for a hassle-free experience
Skip-the-line tickets
Live tour commentary in english, italian, german, french, spanish
Guided afternoon tour of the Saint Mark's Basilica
Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum
Skip the line entrance fee
Optional gratuities
Pala d'oro (€5,00)
Hotel pick up and drop off
Popular Hotels Closeby
More about this experience
Introduction
Experience the breathtaking beauty and rich history of the Venice Saint Mark's Basilica with this captivating afternoon guided tour. Join your knowledgeable guide as they take you on a journey through Saint Mark's Square and provide you with fascinating insights into this iconic landmark.
What to expect?
During this tour, you can expect to immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Golden Basilica. Marvel at the sumptuous golden mosaics and intricate marble inlay flooring that make this basilica a true masterpiece. Your guide will bring the biblical scenes depicted within the basilica to life, sharing their historical and artistic significance. As you explore, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the basilica's history, architecture, and unique features.
Who is this for?
This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Venice's cultural heritage. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this experience will leave you in awe of the beauty and craftsmanship of the Saint Mark's Basilica.
Why book this?
By booking this tour, you'll have the opportunity to explore one of Italy's most remarkable landmarks with the guidance of an expert. Gain exclusive access to the first floor museum and skip the long lines with your skip-the-line entrance ticket. This ensures that you make the most of your time and enjoy an uninterrupted experience. Immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning architecture of the Golden Basilica, and leave with a newfound appreciation for Venetian art and culture.
Good to know
Please note that optional gratuities are not included in the tour price. Additionally, the Pala d'oro, a stunning golden altarpiece, requires a separate fee of €5.00 for viewing. Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are not provided, so be sure to plan your transportation accordingly.
Reviews
Travelers who have experienced this guided tour of the Saint Mark's Basilica have been consistently impressed with the depth of knowledge and passion displayed by their guides. Many have praised the informative commentary and engaging storytelling, which bring the history and artwork of the basilica to life. Visitors have also appreciated the skip-the-line access, as it allows for a more seamless and enjoyable experience. Overall, guests have expressed their satisfaction with the tour, describing it as a must-visit for anyone interested in the art and history of Venice.
How long before the event do I need to book?
You can book at any time before the event
Vouchers accepted in the following formats
Mobile
Is an adult required for the booking?
At least one adult or senior required per booking
Piazzetta dei Leoncini,
30100 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice,
IT
Your Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
Starting in Saint Mark’s Square, our specialized guide will introduce you another side of Venice and its origins.
Enjoy fantastic tales of tyranny and embrace the dynamic history of Venice, whilst discovering the history of the most dramatic and awe-inspiring building in Venice, Saint Mark’s Basilica.
Basilica di San Marco
During the tour you will be able absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica.
Visit Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum and see the famous horses and admire Saint Mark's Square from the Basilica's terrace.
The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.
Admission Included
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
This activity is not wheelchair accessible
Shoulders and knees must be covered in the Basilica
Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica
The tour will take place rain or shine
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Reviews
(37)
5(37)
Daniel090507
This was our best tour ever. Having the opportunity to visit Saint Mark's church whitout crowds it's incredible. Unique experience, staff was really friendly and the guide was awesome. We recommend it to anyone who wants to experience something different.
georgian563
Seeing the Basilica at nite is special. The mosaics stand out even more in the night lighting. And having all the lights turned off for a bit and then turned on gradually is really amazing.
Our guide, Iole was great. Very informative, friendly, fun.
PeckMin_T
Fantastic experience! We were fortunate to have Iole as our guide. She was very knowledgeable and made all the history come alive - my kids who are not history buffs were enthralled (that says a lot) and she always made it a point to include them! Totally recommend! Best guide we encountered and the most interesting tour of our stay in Venice.
Mary R
We visited St. Mark’s on a Friday evening-small group of 20 people. Beautiful cathedral and interesting talk on the history. Wonderful way to tour without the day time crowds. Very private... a must see.
silvia c
No crowd, excellent guide, this was the best way to spend an evening in Venice
Really exciting
tour absolutely recommended!
Gagosha
Definitely best way to visit basilica. Yes, it is expensive, but worth every penny! Informative, cozy, calm tour!
foster19571
Highly recommend this tour as so very special. Very different to the day tour as it’s a very small group and the experience of sitting in the dark quietly and the lights coming on gradually to expose the spectacular ceilings is something to experience. Very special tour.
Global33403293831
This was a fantastic tour. We also went to the regular day tour to St Marks. There was not an overlap and each covered different areas. Overall the evening tour was best but that could have been because we had such a terrific guide. Highly recommend
mary k
I've visited the Basilica in Venice numerous times but booked this tour because it offered being able to see the Basilica without lots of other people there and access to the crypt which is not usually accessible.
Just being able to wander freely through the Basilica under the lit mosaics with just a few other people was amazing. The crypt visit was wonderful and very interesting. And our guide was very informative and helpful.
I highly recommend this tour.
cshep25
History lesson: Our guide was absolutely amazing. Andrea's was fluent on the history of San Marco's and he shared it. He told us of some of the obscure details. FascinatingThank you
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2024-05-10 10:37
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