Venice: St. Mark's Basilica Optional Tour with Doge's Palace
Overview
Uncover the magic of Venice on a captivating journey through its most iconic landmarks and hidden artistic treasures. Walk in the footsteps of ancient rulers as you explore the grand Doge’s Palace, once the seat of Venetian power and justice.
Pause at the legendary Bridge of Sighs, a poignant symbol of Venice’s past, and hear stories of prisoners, justice, and fate.
Step inside the awe-inspiring St. Mark’s Basilica, a dazzling masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. Marvel at glittering gold mosaics and timeless religious icons. Your adventure concludes with a special visit to an authentic Murano glass workshop.
What's Included
- Glass Factory Demonstration
- St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tickets (If Basilica option is selected)
- Doge's Palace skip-the-line tickets
- St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Guided Tour
- Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
- Access to Terrace and Pala d'Oro
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
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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Doge's Palace
50 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ponte dei Sospiri
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Mark's Basilica
35 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Piazza San Marco
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
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
- Visits inside Saint Mark's Basilica are limited to a maximum of 15–20 minutes, as determined by Basilica authorities.
- Please note the importance of arriving on time, as each attraction operates on a strict schedule. Delays could result in missing your tour, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
- As Saint Mark's Basilica is a religious site, all visitors are required to wear appropriate attire. Both men and women must ensure that their shoulders and knees are covered.
- To ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation, please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code.
- During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
- Basilica tickets are priced at €12 per person. Doge's Palace tickets are priced at €30 per adult. All additional charges are considered administrative costs
- The tour runs in all weather conditions. Please note that during certain times of the year, high tide may occur. In that case, raised walkways are set up to allow access and disposable shoe covers can be purchased in front of the entrance.
- 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.
- Due to the availability of entry time slots for St. Mark's Basilica, the tour start time may be subject to changes. In such a case, you will be contacted directly by email or phone
- 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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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Glass Factory Demonstration.
- St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tickets (If Basilica option is selected).
- Doge's Palace skip-the-line tickets.
- St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Guided Tour.
- Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
- Tips (optional).
- Access to Terrace and Pala d'Oro.
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Venice: St. Mark's Basilica Optional Tour with Doge's Palace 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 Venice: St. Mark’s Basilica Optional Tour with Doge’s Palace 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
- Glass Factory Demonstration
- St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tickets (If Basilica option is selected)
- Doge's Palace skip-the-line tickets
- St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Guided Tour
- Headset to hear the guide (for guided tours with more than 7 people)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
- Access to Terrace and Pala d'Oro
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
- Visits inside Saint Mark's Basilica are limited to a maximum of 15–20 minutes, as determined by Basilica authorities.
- Please note the importance of arriving on time, as each attraction operates on a strict schedule. Delays could result in missing your tour, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
- As Saint Mark's Basilica is a religious site, all visitors are required to wear appropriate attire. Both men and women must ensure that their shoulders and knees are covered.
- To ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation, please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code.
- During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
- Basilica tickets are priced at €12 per person. Doge's Palace tickets are priced at €30 per adult. All additional charges are considered administrative costs
- The tour runs in all weather conditions. Please note that during certain times of the year, high tide may occur. In that case, raised walkways are set up to allow access and disposable shoe covers can be purchased in front of the entrance.
- 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.
- Due to the availability of entry time slots for St. Mark's Basilica, the tour start time may be subject to changes. In such a case, you will be contacted directly by email or phone
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
