Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica Small Group Guided Tour

There is so much to see and do in the incredible Floating City of Venice, so why should you spend your precious vacation time waiting in line? With Skip-the-Line Access to two of Venice’s unmissable sights, Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, you can immerse yourself in Venetian history and maximize your time in Venice on this carefully curated tour. Visit St. Marks Basilica with Skip the Line Access Skip the line into the symbol of Venice, St. Mark’s Basilica. In the company of your passionate guide, you’ll glide past the long entry lines and straight into the golden interior of Venice’s most-loved basilica. Once inside you’ll be immersed in the golden hue of the basilica to uncover its diverse range of stunning treasures, best known for the gold-laden mosaics that bejewel the interior domed ceilings. With your guide on-hand to point out the details and explain the history behind the artworks here, you’ll explore 11th century mosaics and precious relics, many of which were ‘borrowed’ from overseas by invading Venetian sailors. Even the bones of St. Mark (which rest here) are said to have arrived in Venice illegally. Discover the History of the Doge's Palace Doge’s Palace will no doubt be a highlight of your trip to Venice. Once home to the Duke of Venice and the city’s courts, this palace is at the center of Venetian history, and fell witness to the rise and fall of the republic. Imagine the controversy and authority that once resided here, when Venice was a sea-faring superpower that straddled the east and west. After the fall of the republic of Venice, the Doge’s Palace was transformed into a prison and today it is home to 11 of the best art museums in the city. In the company of your expert, English-speaking guide, you’ll visit the palace’s most iconic sights. Follow your guide through the museums and to the most important rooms, containing frescoes and works by Venetian artists such as Tintoretto, who is famous for the unrivalled speed at which he painted. With group sizes of around 18 people or less and headsets provided, you'll find it easy to not only hear but also interact with their guide. Immerse yourself in the culture, traditions and history of the Floating City on this truly unmissable tour. Experiences: • Discover the fascinating stories behind Venice's past on our tour, specially designed to show you the most famous sites of the city • Explore the history of Venice among the halls and corridors of the Doge’s Palace, the heart of one of the world’s oldest republics. • Marvel at St. Mark’s Basilica, from its east-meets-west onion dome to its dazzling mosaics. • Our tour groups are small with only 18 people or less, making your visit comfortable and your guide easy to interact with. And with Skip the Line Access at St. Mark’s Basilica you’ll save time otherwise wasted in line." Available: Varies Essentials: •The Municipality of Venice has introduced an Access Fee that applies on specific dates. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking the official guidelines and completing the necessary registration through the provided link before your visit. (https://cda.ve.it/en/ Official Link for Registration) • Gratuities for your guide/driver that provided excellent service are appreciated! • Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour. St. Mark’s Basilica specifically prohibits large bags, umbrellas, and tripods. These items must be checked into the luggage storage area off-site, so you may miss a portion of the tour to do so. • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded. • For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone 39 06 8336 0561. • Our City Wonders guides will have City Wonders tour flag or sign at the meeting point for easy recognition. • This tour involves a fair amount of walking. Comfortable shoes are recommended. • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours. • Entrance into religious sites requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. City Wonders cannot be held responsible for refused entry due to improper dress. • Please notice that in Doge's Palace Suitcases, trolleys and any bulky luggage are not permitted (any luggage whose sum of the three sides exceeds 1 linear meter, including handles, wheels and external pockets). Smaller but still bulky bags and backpacks, umbrellas and any other objects which, in the opinion of the security personnel, cannot be introduced into the exhibition areas, must be left in the cloakroom. Restrictions: • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours. Duration: 2h