Doge’s Palace tours

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace

• Access to Museo Correr (if selected)

• Access to the Archaeological Museum (if selected)

• Access to Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana (if selected)

• Audio guide in English (if selected)

• Guide book in multiple languages (if selected)

Inclusions St. Mark's Basilica

• Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark's Basilica

Doge's Palace

• Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace

• Access to Museo Correr

• Access to the Archaeological Museum

• Access to Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana

Exclusions St. Mark's Basilica

• Access to the Pala d'Oro

Doge's Palace

• Access to the Old Prisons of Piombi and Pozzi

• Both venues are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

St. Mark's Basilica

• Tip: Take a leisurely walk through the narthex, the entrance vestibule of the basilica, which features beautiful marble floors and intricate carvings.
• Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.
• Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
• A ramp is available at the Porta del Fiori (Door of Flowers) entrance on the left-hand side of the basilica.
• The Museum on the upper floor of the basilica is served by both a lift and stair lifts.
• Note: The wait time to enter St. Mark's Basilica can vary depending on the time of day and season. During peak times, such as weekends or holidays, the wait may exceed 1-2 hours. To avoid longer queues, it is recommended to arrive early or later in the afternoon.

Doge's Palace

• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Please note that the Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armory are not wheelchair accessible.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry

• Expert English, Italian, German, Spanish, or French-speaking guide

• Headsets for groups of 10+ people

Access to:

• Correr Museum

• Marciana Library

• National Archeological Museum

• Access to the Pala d'Oro (as per option selected)

• Both venues are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

St. Mark's Basilica

• Tip: Try spotting designs of foxes, peacocks, doves, roosters and rhinoceros in the marble inlays while you’re walking around St. Mark's Basilica.
• Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.
• Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
• A ramp is available at the Porta del Fiori (Door of Flowers) entrance on the left-hand side of the basilica.
• The Museum on the upper floor of the basilica is served by both a lift and stair lifts.

Doge's Palace

• Tip: Keep an eye out for the statues of Poseidon and Mars at the Staircase of the Giants in Doge's Palace.
• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Please note that the Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armory are not wheelchair accessible.

Bypass long lines to visit two of the most iconic landmarks in Venice.

• Enjoy priority access to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace on this self-guided tour.
• Enhance your experience with an audioguide app, which offers insights into the history, architecture, and timeless beauty of the attractions.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace
• Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
• Audioguide app with commentary for both Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica
• Access to the museums along St. Mark’s Square, including the Correr Museum, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Marciana National Library
• Free internet access and assistance at the meeting point

Exclusions

• In-person tour guide
  • Access to the Pala d’Oro, St. Mark’s Museum, and Loggia Cavalli located inside the basilica
  • Headsets
  • Transportation
  • Meals

Inclusions

• Guided tour of Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry

• English, German, French, Spanish or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Access to Piombi & Piozzi prisons (as per option selected)

• Access to Casanova's Prison & the Bridge of Sighs (as per option selected)

• Headsets

• Access to:

• Correr Museum

• Marciana Library

• National Archeological Museum

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace

• Entry to Museo Correr

• Entry to the Archaeological Museum

• Entry to Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana

• Entry to Ca’ Rezzonico Museum

• Entry Carlo Goldoni House Museum

• Entry to Mocenigo Palace-Museum

• Entry to Ca’ Pesaro Museum of Modern & Oriental Art

• Entry to Natural History Museum

• Entry to Lace Museum

• Entry to Glass Museum

• Entry to Fortuny Museum

Exclusions

• Access to the Old Prisons of Piombi and Pozzi

• Access to St. Mark’s Clock Tower

Explore the best of Venice as you skip the lines to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.

• Glide through historic canals on a 30-minute gondola ride, led by an expert gondolier who shares captivating stories.
• Learn all about the history of St. Mark's and the political significance of the Doge's Palace from an expert English-speaking guide.
• Pick what suits your plan; a half or full-day trip. Extend your journey into the colorful towns of Murano and Burano Islands.
• With an optional visit to the islands, be ready to immerse in the artisanal magic of glass-blowing and lace-making workshops.

Inclusions

• Full/half-day tour of Venice (as per option selected)

• Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line entry

• Guided tour of Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry

• Expert English-speaking guide

• 30-minute shared gondola ride

• Round-trip transfers to/from Murano & Burano Islands (optional)

• Glass-blowing demonstration (optional)

• Lace-making demonstration (optional)

Half-day tour

• St Marks Basilica
• Doge's Palace
• 30-minute gondola ride

Full-day tour

• St Marks Basilica
• Doge's Palace
• 30-minute gondola ride
• Glass-blowing demonstration at Murano Island
• Lace-making demonstration at Burano Island

• Tip: Take advantage of the local expert knowledge! Request your gondolier to point out the lesser-known sights along the canals.

St. Mark's Basilica

• Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.
• Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• A ramp is available at the Porta del Fiori (Door of Flowers) entrance on the left-hand side of the basilica.
• The Museum on the upper floor of the basilica is served by both a lift and stair lifts.

Doge's Palace

• Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue.
• Please note that the Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armory are not wheelchair accessible.

Venice Gondola Ride

• Seating arrangements within a gondola may vary for balance and safety reasons, it may not be possible to sit next to your partner.
• The gondola ride is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• Please note that the tour may not operate under exceptional high tide conditions or during religious functions at the basilica. In the event of cancellation, your tour will either be rescheduled or refunded for your convenience.