Morning Venice Walking Tour plus St Mark's Basilica Guided Visit
Overview
Experience the dual soul of Venice on a journey that weaves together its most famous landmarks and its quietest corners. We begin by diving into the enchanting labyrinth of calli between the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square. Along the way, we’ll step into the authentic heart of the city, discovering the elegant Campo Santa Maria Formosa and the monumental Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, where the history of the Doges is etched into the stone.
The journey culminates in the grandeur of St. Mark’s Square, where you will enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica. Inside, you’ll be surrounded by the overwhelming beauty of 4,000 square meters of shimmering gold mosaics—a golden treasury that has stood for a thousand years as a testament to Venetian power and artistry.
During the winter season (Nov 3 – Mar 19), this experience is further enriched by admission and a visit to the spectacular Pala d'Oro.
What's Included
- Entry ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
- Headphones to hear your guide clearly
- Professional Licensed Guide
- Snacks Food and Drinks
- Gratuities
- Entry ticket to the Treasure
- Pala d'Oro admission (included in the winter season: November 3, 2026 – March 19, 2027)
- Entry ticket and access to the Museum and the Terrace
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off:
Meeting Location
Calle larga de l'Ascension
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basilica di San Marco
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ponte di Rialto (pass by)
Campo Santa Maria Formosa (pass by)
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica.
- In cases of religious ceremonies, exceptionally high tides or other special occasions, access to St. Mark's Basilica may not be permitted.
- To visit St Mark's Basilica it is necessary to dress appropriately (no shorts, vests or tops) and backpacks are not allowed for safety reasons.
- This is a collective tour, which means there might be other participants going on the tour with you.
- Please note that, due to the particular morphological structure of Venice and the logistic problems resulting from it, we cannot guarantee that the whole tour is accessible to people with limited mobility. This means that people with walking difficulties and wheelchair users could not be able to access some parts of the itinerary.
- Please make sure to arrive on time so you don't miss out! We are unfortunately unable to offer refunds or credits for late arrivals or no-shows.
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay +an access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it/en.
- Entrance fees reserved for tour operators and guides: €12.00 for St. Mark’s Basilica.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-13102P19
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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.
- Entry ticket to St. Mark's Basilica.
- Headphones to hear your guide clearly.
- Professional Licensed Guide.
- Snacks. Food and Drinks.
- Gratuities.
- Entry ticket to the Treasure.
- Pala d'Oro admission (included in the winter season: November 3, 2026 – March 19, 2027).
- Entry ticket and access to the Museum and the Terrace.
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off:.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Morning Venice Walking Tour plus St Mark's Basilica Guided Visit is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Morning Venice Walking Tour plus St Mark’s Basilica Guided Visit 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
- Entry ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
- Headphones to hear your guide clearly
- Professional Licensed Guide
- SnacksFood and Drinks
- Gratuities
- Entry ticket to the Treasure
- Pala d'Oro admission (included in the winter season: November 3, 2026 – March 19, 2027)
- Entry ticket and access to the Museum and the Terrace
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off:
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica.
- In cases of religious ceremonies, exceptionally high tides or other special occasions, access to St. Mark's Basilica may not be permitted.
- To visit St Mark's Basilica it is necessary to dress appropriately (no shorts, vests or tops) and backpacks are not allowed for safety reasons.
- This is a collective tour, which means there might be other participants going on the tour with you.
- Please note that, due to the particular morphological structure of Venice and the logistic problems resulting from it, we cannot guarantee that the whole tour is accessible to people with limited mobility. This means that people with walking difficulties and wheelchair users could not be able to access some parts of the itinerary.
- Please make sure to arrive on time so you don't miss out! We are unfortunately unable to offer refunds or credits for late arrivals or no-shows.
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay +an access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it/en.
- Entrance fees reserved for tour operators and guides: €12.00 for St. Mark’s Basilica.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
