St. Mark's Basilica Entry & Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

About this experience

St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Tickets Skip the queues and explore two of Venice's most important landmarks with this combined ticket to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace. You'll discover over 1,000 years of Venetian history through golden mosaics, Renaissance masterpieces, and the rooms where doges once ruled their maritime empire. Start at St. Mark's Basilica, where over 8,000 square metres of golden mosaics tell biblical stories across five soaring domes. Built in the 9th century to house the relics of St. Mark the Evangelist, the basilica showcases 500 columns sourced from across the Byzantine Empire. The famous bronze horses, taken from Constantinople, symbolise Venice's power at sea. At Doge's Palace, walk through the lavish apartments where Venice's rulers lived and governed. The Gothic palace houses paintings by Titian and Veronese, plus over 2,000 rare artefacts in the armoury. Cross the Bridge of Sighs to see the palace prison where countless prisoners spent their final days. Your ticket also includes entry to the Correr Museum, National Archaeological Museum, and Marciana National Library on St. Mark's Square. Highlights Marvel at the Pala d'Oro altarpiece and intricate marble floors in St. Mark's Basilica See masterpieces by Titian and Veronese in the Doge's Palace state rooms Walk through the Hall of Great Council with its monumental paintings Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs to the historic palace prison Explore over 2,000 artefacts in the palace armoury collection Visit the Correr Museum, Archaeological Museum, and Marciana Library Plan Your Visit to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Arrive at least 15 minutes before your reserved time slot for smooth entry. The audioguide app provides commentary in multiple languages for both attractions. Allow 3-4 hours to see both sites properly, though you could easily spend longer in each location. Dress modestly with covered shoulders and knees for St. Mark's Basilica entry. Photography is not permitted inside the basilica, but you can take photos without flash in Doge's Palace. Large bags and food are not allowed inside either attraction. After visiting these historic sites, consider exploring more of Venice's cultural heritage with a traditional gondola ride through the city's famous canals. For those interested in Venetian art, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection offers an excellent contrast with its modern masterpieces housed in a historic palazzo along the Grand Canal.

Highlights

• Explore the best of Venice with skip-the-line access to two of its most iconic landmarks: St
• Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace
• Admire the basilica’s Byzantine architecture, the relics of Saint Mark, and exquisite mosaics showcasing 800 years of artistic styles
• Then, head to Doge’s Palace to stroll through the Doge’s apartments, the armory with over 2000 artifacts, and the picture gallery
• Cross the Bridge of Sighs to see the palace’s prison before visiting the Correr Museum and Marciana National Library
• Upgrade to access the Bell Tower for panoramic views from the tallest building in Venice.

What is included

• Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace Skip-the-line entry to St
• Mark’s Basilica Audio guide in English, Spanish, German, French, and Italian with commentary for both Doge’s Palace and St
• Mark’s Basilica (as per option selected) Access to climb Bell Tower (as per option selected) Access the Correr Museum, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Biblioteca Marciana

Not included

• Live guide Access to the Pala d’Oro, St
• Mark’s Museum, Terrace, and Loggia Cavalli located inside the basilica Access to Secret Itineraries tour, or the Pozzi and Piombi prisons inside the Doge's Palace Headsets Transportation Meals

Before you go

Carry valid ID for ticket verification Check opening hours before your visit, especially on weekends or holidays Modest attire required for basilica entry (shoulders and knees covered) St. Mark's Basilica may have special mosaic lighting times between 11:30am and 12:45pm The Marciana Library is closed on Saturdays and Sundays

Cancellation terms

Cannot be canceled or rescheduled