Legendary Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's with Exclusive Access
Overview
With skip-the-line tickets and an expert guide, you’ll explore Venice’s top two landmarks, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, in just two unforgettable hours. Wander the gilded council rooms in the Doge's Palace, cross the Bridge of Sighs, uncover enthralling stories of power and politics, and marvel at the golden mosaic ceiling in St. Mark's Basilica. Note: If you select the Private Legendary Venice option (max 6 people) or Legendary Venice with Terraces option at time of booking, you’ll have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to admire beautiful views from the balcony over St. Mark's Square. These options have a tour duration of 3 hours.
What's Included
- Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25 €)
- Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square (exterior)
- New Prisons
- Marciana Library (exterior)
- Exclusive access to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica (if option selected)
- Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (St. Mark's Basilica + Museum 24€)
- Bridge of Sighs
- St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
- Exclusive Early Entry to the Doge's Palace (if option selected)
- Spanish Speaking guide (if option selected)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
52, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Tour ends in St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco).
What To Expect
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Piazza San Marco
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Doge's Palace
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Basilica di San Marco
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and/or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.
- If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
- St. Mark’s Basilica can be subject to closures due to particular liturgical celebrations, especially during major religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas. In the event that the Basilica is closed, explanations will be provided from the outside.
- Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25 €).
- Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square (exterior).
- New Prisons.
- Marciana Library (exterior).
- Exclusive access to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica (if option selected).
- Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (St. Mark's Basilica + Museum 24€).
- Bridge of Sighs.
- St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco).
- Exclusive Early Entry to the Doge's Palace (if option selected).
- Spanish Speaking guide (if option selected).
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Legendary Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's with Exclusive Access is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Legendary Venice Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s with Exclusive Access will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25 €)
- Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square (exterior)
- New Prisons
- Marciana Library (exterior)
- Exclusive access to the balcony of St. Mark's Basilica (if option selected)
- Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (St. Mark's Basilica + Museum 24€)
- Bridge of Sighs
- St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
- Exclusive Early Entry to the Doge's Palace (if option selected)
- Spanish Speaking guide (if option selected)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and/or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.
- If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
- St. Mark’s Basilica can be subject to closures due to particular liturgical celebrations, especially during major religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas. In the event that the Basilica is closed, explanations will be provided from the outside.
- Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
