Step inside Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Before Hours

Step inside the Doge's Palace before it opens to the public and skip the lines at the stunning St. Mark's Basilica. Embark on a guided tour of these Venetian landmarks before soaking up the panoramic views of Venice from the Basilica's terrace.
Group
2 hrs 30 min
Group size up to 22 persons
Mobile ticket
English
What is included in activity
Before-hours ticket to Doge’s Palace
Skip-the-line ticket to St. Mark’s Basilica
Access to St. Mark's Basilica's terrace
Guide
Headsets
What is not included
Food and drinks
Tips
Details

Step inside the Doge's Palace before it opens to the public and skip the lines at the stunning St. Mark's Basilica. Embark on a guided tour of these Venetian landmarks before soaking up the panoramic views of Venice from the Basilica's terrace.

Begin your guided tour with an early visit to the Doge's Palace. Wander through this immense building without the usual crowds and marvel at the Giants' Staircase and paintings by Paolo Veronese. Watch how the morning light changes inside this elegant marble-and-gold palace.

Make your way onto the Bridge of Sighs. Walk in the footsteps of historic prisoners being marched to their fate and hear about the anguish and torment that gave the bridge its poetic name.

Continue to St. Mark's Basilica and marvel at its intricate exterior, which has evolved over the centuries. Feel the ambiance at the stunning Piazza San Marco before bypassing the long lines to the Basilica with your fast-pass tickets.

Once inside, gaze up at the spectacular complex of gold-covered domes and arches towering overhead. Glance down at the intricate 11th-century flooring with its geometric animal motifs and learn about the basilica's history as a symbol of Venice.

Finally, climb the stairs to the terrace and be greeted with breathtaking views across Venice. Finish your tour by admiring iconic city landmarks from above, such as Piazza San Marco, the island of San Giorgio, the Campanile, and the Clock Tower.

Important information

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Camera
• Water
• Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

• Shorts
• Luggage or large bags
• Sleeveless shirts
• Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

• Visitors must cover their shoulders and knees to enter St. Mark's Basilica

Not suitable for

• People with mobility impairments
• Wheelchair users

€124
per person
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What places you will see

• St Mark’s Basilica
• Doge's Palace
• Piazza San Marco
• San Giorgio
• Campanile
• Clock Tower

Activity book period
You can book tour up to 1 hour in advance.
Languages in what activity is performed
English
Directions to meet your guide

30124 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

How long your tour will be
2 hrs 30 min
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