Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

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Skip the Line
Duration: 6 hours

If you want to make sure you cover the highlights of Venice, this full day tour is your best choice. If you’re only spending a few days in Venice, covering the best attractions in a single day is a smart idea. That way, you can spend the remainder of your time in Venice sipping Prosecco by the canals. This tour includes stops at St Mark’s Basilica and Square, the Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace (including Casanova’s prison cell), a half hour gondola ride and plenty of hidden gems along the way. A lunch break is scheduled into the tour - we would never let you go hungry in Italy!

What's included

  • 30-Minute Venetian Gondola Ride
  • Visit the Famous Rialto Bridge & Market
  • Skip the Line Entry & Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace
  • Professional Art Historian Guide
  • Small Group Size of Maximum 19
  • Access to St. Mark's Basilica (valued at €12 per person)
  • Skip the Line Entry & Guided Tour of St. Mark's Basilica

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
    • Food & Beverages
    • Gratuities

    Languages spoken by guide

    English

    Additional information

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Since we will be entering a church, please make sure that your shoulders and knees are covered. Also, please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not always allowed inside.

    All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.

    On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee.

    Location

    Departure point

    Colonna di San Todaro, P.za San Marco, Venezia, 30124
    Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. Your guide will meet you between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco & San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.

    End point

    Doge's Palace, P.za San Marco 1, Venezia, 30124

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