Venice Walking Tour with St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour

About this experience

Venice Walking Tour with St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace This comprehensive Venice walking tour takes you through the city's historic heart, covering Piazza San Marco's magnificent landmarks and surrounding areas. You'll explore central Venice's winding streets and canals while your licensed guide shares the stories behind the city's most significant monuments. The tour includes skip-the-line access to both St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, saving you valuable time during your visit. You'll walk past Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo (known as Venice's Pantheon), the Great School of Charity, Marco Polo's House, and Malibran Theatre. Your guide provides detailed commentary about Venice's political history, architectural marvels, and cultural significance throughout the 3.5-hour experience. Inside St. Mark's Basilica, you'll see the famous gold mosaics and marble floors while learning about Byzantine art and the basilica's religious importance. At Doge's Palace, you'll walk through grand halls decorated with Renaissance paintings and hear tales of Venetian governance, including stories about the Bridge of Sighs and the prison cells that once held Casanova. What is Included 1-hour walking tour of central Venice Skip-the-line guided access to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Professional guide in English, Italian, German, Spanish or French Headsets for groups over 10 people Entry to Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana Complimentary glass craftsman demonstration (select time slots) Option to include a 30-minute gondola ride (English tours only) Good to Know The combined guided experience lasts 3.5 hours. Photography is not permitted inside St. Mark's Basilica, while non-flash photography is allowed in most areas of Doge's Palace. This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. After your guided tour, you can use your included museum tickets to explore Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana at your own pace. Museum entry closes one hour before official closing times. The optional gondola ride is available only for English tour selections. All guests can enjoy the glassblowing demonstration near St. Mark's Square, subject to availability and timing. If you're planning to explore more of Venice's waterways, consider booking a Venice gondola ride separately, or discover the city's artistic heritage with a Murano glass factory tour.

Highlights

• Explore the charm of the floating city on foot with a certified guide narrating gripping commentary about everything you walk by, on a walking tour of Venice
• Waltz into the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica with your priority access tickets, allowing you to skip the infamous queues
• Enjoy a guided tour in the language of your choice with an exemplary guide narrating interesting facts, important fragments of history, and gripping tales
• You can even add in a typical Venetian gondola ride if you choose an English tour
• Benefit from a free optional coupon to witness the famous Venetian glassblowing technique during a 20-minute demonstration near St
• Mark's Square.

What is included

• 1-hour shared walking tour of Venice Guided tour of St

Before you go

Before embarking on your Venice Walking Tour, make sure to wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking for approximately 3 hours. Bring a light jacket or umbrella as the weather in Venice can be unpredictable. It's also a good idea to arrive at Piazza San Marco at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. The tour is accessible for visitors with mobility issues, but please note that some areas may not be wheelchair-friendly. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning views and architecture of Venice.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience. Within 48 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.