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Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour

4.5 (902)
Venice, IT
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Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour

4.5 (902)
Venice, IT
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Experience the best of Venice in just a few hours with our Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour. Don't waste your precious vacation time waiting in line - immerse yourself in Venetian history instead. Explore the famous Rialto Bridge and venture inside St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, once home to the Duke of Venice. Marvel at the spectacular works of art by artistic masters Tintoretto and Veronese, and learn about the genius checks and balances that made the republic so successful. With your knowledgeable guide by your side, you'll discover the rich history and culture of Venice in a concise and exciting way. And if that's not enough, you can also climb up to the first floor terraces of St. Mark's Basilica for breathtaking views and photo opportunities. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience & Audio Guided
  • Skip-the-Line Access to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
  • Professional guided tour of Venice's famous sites
  • Exploring the history and culture of Doge's Palace
  • Marveling at the diversity of St. Mark's Basilica
  • Opportunity to climb to first floor terraces for beautiful views
  • Skip the Line Access to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Skip the line Access and entrance ticket to the Doge’s Palace
  • Audio headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
  • Expert, English-speaking tour guide
  • Groups of 20 people or less
  • Food/Beverage
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

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Introduction

Experience the enchanting beauty and rich history of Venice with the Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour. This tour is specifically designed for visitors with limited time in Venice, providing an immersive journey through the city's most iconic landmarks.

What to expect?

Embark on a captivating adventure as you explore the renowned Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. With skip-the-line access, you'll bypass the long queues, maximizing your time to discover the secrets held within these architectural marvels. Marvel at the intricate Gothic architecture of the Doge's Palace while your expert guide unveils its fascinating history, from its role as the seat of Venetian power to its use as a prison. Immerse yourself in the opulent atmosphere as you wander through the grand halls adorned with stunning artwork. Next, step inside the awe-inspiring St. Mark's Basilica, a true masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. Admire the shimmering mosaics and intricate details that adorn the interior, while your guide shares stories of the basilica's significance as the final resting place of St. Mark. Discover the secrets behind the stunning Golden Altarpiece and the Pala d'Oro, a magnificent gold and jewel-encrusted altarpiece.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for travelers with limited time in Venice who want to experience the city's highlights without missing out on its most famous landmarks. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply someone seeking to immerse themselves in the cultural heritage of Venice, this tour caters to a wide range of interests.

Why book this?

By booking the Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour, you can avoid the hassle of long queues and make the most of your time in Venice. With a knowledgeable and friendly guide leading the way, you'll gain deep insights into the historical and cultural significance of these iconic sites. The small group size ensures a more personalized experience, allowing you to ask questions and engage with your guide. Immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of Venice as you explore two of its most famous landmarks with ease and convenience.

Good to know

Please note that this tour does not include food or beverage, so it is recommended to have a meal before or after the tour. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are also not included, so make sure to arrange your transportation accordingly. For your convenience, audio headsets are provided when necessary, ensuring you can always hear your guide's commentary clearly. The tour ends inside the magnificent Doge's Palace, allowing you ample time to further explore or continue your Venetian adventure.

Reviews

Customers who have embarked on the Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour have been consistently impressed with the knowledgeable guides and seamless skip-the-line access. They have praised the engaging and informative commentary that brought the history of these iconic landmarks to life. Travelers have expressed their satisfaction with the small group size, which allowed for a more intimate and interactive experience. Overall, the tour has received glowing reviews for providing a comprehensive and unforgettable exploration of Venice's cultural treasures.

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

Your Itinerary

Piazza San Marco

There is so much to see and do in the incredible Floating City of Venice, so why should you spend your precious vacation time waiting in line? With Skip-the-Line Access to two of Venice’s unmissable sights, Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, you can immerse yourself in Venetian history and maximize your time in Venice on this carefully curated tour.

Ponte di Rialto

(Pass by)

In just a few hours your professional guide takes you to the most famous sites of the city, seeing the Rialto Bridge and venturing inside St, Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.

Doge's Palace

Once home to the Duke of Venice and the city’s courts, it is the center of Venetian history – and as one of the world’s oldest republics, that’s quite a history. We’ll explore all the best sights of the palace open to the public, from spectacular works produced on demand by artistic masters Tintoretto and Veronese, to the evidence of the genius checks and balances that made the republic so successful. With your guide on hand to lead you through the most important rooms, to explain magnificent frescoes and to tell you the tales behind every nook and cranny, your visit to the Doge’s Palace will be the perfect way to wrap up your tour through the history and culture of Venice.

Admission Included

Basilica di San Marco

Next we admire the heart of Venice – St. Mark’s Square, once pronounced the “finest drawing room in all of Europe” by Napoleon. With Skip the Line Access we’ll get straight inside St. Mark’s Basilica, saving precious vacation time that would otherwise have been wasted in line. Marvel at the diversity of Venetian culture, where eastern architecture and western design have blended to create a structure with an onion dome, before following your guide through the beautiful frescoes inside the basilica. After the tour, at your own expense, you can also get the chance to climb up to the first floor terraces, which offer beautiful views over the piazza, photo opportunities and some down time to soak up everything you have learned on your tour.

Admission Included

Reviews

(902)

4.5 (902)

lindsaypasset

Iole was an excellent guide. Highly recommend this tour! She was very knowledgeable and had a sense of humor which I can appreciate.

Fiona_L

Great guide brought everything to life and into context. Skipping queue was a definite bonus as it was quite busy.

Linda K

Unfortunately, it was raining 'cats and dogs' in Venice, and our entry at 1pm was delayed due to excessive line. We had to wait over 40 minutes in pouring rain to get in with your tour! Guide , Anna was excellent, though. Our tour was cut short because guide had to return speaker headsets. Only had less than an hour of tou for Doge's Palace and St. Marks Basilica!

Larry_C

The tour guide was great. Guided us through the sites very quickly. She was very personable and knowledgeable.

Seth_M

Very interesting and efficient way to see two main landmarks. Our guide, Monnie, was excellent and made the experience extra special. Would highly reccomend!

Jessica_G

We have an amazing experience seeing Venice must see sights and all of that thanks to the professionalism of Valerio on the customer service team and Rita ( Joy as she tells us ) our excellent tour guide. Our train time was running a bit behind schedule so as we were approaching Venezia Mestre we rang Valerio at Consumer service and he said he will try to accommodate us in the next tour which is supposed to be at 2pm at same location. As this is our first time in Venice we did what we can to reach the place with our mobile navigation running and walking fast until we reached Doge's Place. Now then we had to find our tour guide which it said on email he/she will be bringing a Blue flag for easier recognition and with City Wonders tour written on the flag.We couldn't find any blue flag , it's like finding a needle in the haystack. Luckily when we asked some people waiting for there tour to start they then pointed to the direction where City Wonders tour would have started and Finally and Luckily we found our lovely and very accommodating tour guide Rita. She was so nice and feed us with very knowledgeable information about her place Venice. It ended up there was only 5 of us so she treated us like a family like we were her children. To Rita and Valerio of City Wonders and people behind the team a Huge huge thank you for being able to see the highlights of Venice.I would highly recommend this tour again to my friends and family . ❤️

ENRIQUE_G

We had an excellent tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the history and background. She was also very friendly. The total tour lasted 2 hours exactly but it felt a lot shorter due to her great comments. My 19 year old daughter really enjoyed the tour as well.

Carolyn_M

Our family including three children ages 15, 11 and 8 had a great experience with Angela as our guide. She was very knowledgeable and friendly with the kids.

Steve_G

Our guide was very thorough and knowledgeable of the Doge Palace and of St Mark Cathedral. The pace was excellent. Had a great time!

Kristin_K

Highly recommend this tour! We went with our 7 year old who was very excited and Monica was wonderful with him! We were all captivated and amazed with the history she shared with us. We are so glad we did this on our trip to Venice!
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2024-04-26 18:34