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Small Group Venice Tour: Doges Palace, St Mark's Basilica & Walking Tour
Discover the best of Venice with a licensed English-speaking guide as you skip the lines to explore iconic landmarks like the Doge's Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Dive into the city’s rich history, including the Venetian political institutions and the infamous Council of Ten and uncover the secrets of Hidden Venice.
Experience the magic of Venice on an unforgettable 3.5-hour guided walking tour that seamlessly blends the city’s most iconic monuments with its enchanting hidden corners.
Your journey begins with skip-the-line access to the magnificent Doge’s Palace, where you will explore opulent halls of power adorned with masterpieces by Tintoretto and Veronese before crossing the legendary Bridge of Sighs to the historic prison cells.
Next, step into the heart of St. Mark’s Square to admire the Bell Tower and Clock Tower before bypassing the queues at St. Mark’s Basilica. Inside this Byzantine masterpiece, an expert guide will reveal the fascinating history and legends behind its shimmering gold mosaics, marble inlays, and dramatic domes.
Transitioning away from the crowds, the tour ventures into the backstreets and quiet canals of "Hidden Venice" to reveal the city's authentic soul. Along the way, you will pause outside the elegant La Fenice Theatre to hear the captivating history of its 18th-century origins, dramatic fires, and resilient rebirths as a global symbol of opera. You will also discover the enchanting Bovolo Staircase, a hidden architectural gem where a striking multi-tiered spiral staircase winds up a cylindrical tower, showcasing a brilliant blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles.
Perfect for first-time visitors, this intimate small-group or private experience offers a comprehensive and seamless look at the art, secrets, and local culture of the Venetian Republic.
Experience Includes
- Highly qualified local expert English-speaking guide
- Skip-the-line tickets to Doge's Palace
- Skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark's Basilica
- Learn about the Venetian antique political institutions and the Council of Ten in the Doge's Palace
- St. Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square, Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs, La fenice theater ( Exterior), Bovolo staircase and hidden Venice
Experience Excludes
- Hotel transfers
- Optional gratuities
- Lunch / Refreshments
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Terms & Conditions
- Visits to St Mark's Basilica may be subject to restrictions. Depending on the situation on the day of the tour the itinerary may be amended to offer you the best experience possible.
- At times St Mark’s Basilica is closed due to high water or religious ceremonies. During high water the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions. On those occasions when St Mark’s Basilica is open with high water, skip the line tickets will not be accepted as all visitors have only 1 door open to get in the church.
- Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter St Mark's Basilica. Large bags are not allowed inside the Basilica.
- Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with walking difficulties or having to use partly motorised vehicles or a walker.
- Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves a lot of walking.
- The tour is operated with min 5 and max 14 participants or fewer
- Cancellations: If you cancel at least 6 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel within 6 days of the scheduled departure or do not show for the tour, there is a 100% cancellation fee.
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