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Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doges Palace St Marks

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Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Venice's captivating history with a leading Art Expert Guide. Explore the political and religious hubs of the city - St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

Delve into the religious power of Venice with an exclusive St. Mark's Basilica tour, offering skip-the-line access. A seasoned history guide provides insights into the basilica's rich history.

The tour's pinnacle is an exclusive visit to the Doge's Palace, the political core of Venice.Marvel at masterpieces by artists like Titian, Tiepolo, Tintoretto, and Veronese, adorning palace walls.

Explore the courtyard and private spaces of the Doge's Palace for a glimpse into its fascinating history. Cross the iconic Bridge of Sighs, learning its captivating story.

Immerse yourself in Venice's art and history, a must for enthusiasts. Enrich your visit with a highly specialized licensed history guide for an unparalleled exploration of Venice's captivating heritage.

What's Included

  • 30-minute gondola adventure through the enchanting and unconventional canals of Venice
  • Exclusive skip the line entrance to St Mark’s Basilica and terraces (€24)
  • Guided visit of the Doge’s Palace
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Tips
  • Please note that pets are not allowed on our tours
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Piazzetta San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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St. Mark's Basilica

The Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, commonly known as St Mark's Basilica, is the cathedral church of the Patriarchate of Venice; it became the episcopal seat of the Patriarch of Venice in 1807, replacing the earlier cathedral of San Pietro di Castello. It is dedicated to and holds the relics of Saint Mark the Evangelist, the patron saint of the city.
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Piazza San Marco

Piazza San Marco, often known in English as St Mark's Square, is the principal public square of Venice, Italy, where it is generally known just as la Piazza . Almost all the other urban spaces in the city (except the Piazzetta and the Piazzale Roma) are called campi. The Piazzetta is an extension of the Piazza towards San Marco basin in its southeast corner. The two spaces together form the social, religious and political centre of Venice and are referred to together. This article relates to both of them.
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Doge's Palace

The Doge's Palace is a palace built in Venetian Gothic style, and one of the main landmarks of the city of Venice in northern Italy. The palace was the residence of the Doge of Venice, the supreme authority of the former Republic of Venice. It was built in 1340 and extended and modified in the following centuries. It became a museum in 1923 and is one of the 11 museums run by the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia
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Grand Canal

The Grand Canal is a channel in Venice, Italy. It forms one of the major water-traffic corridors in the city.One end of the canal leads into the lagoon near the Santa Lucia railway station and the other end leads into the basin at San Marco; in between, it makes a large reverse-S shape through the central districts (sestieri) of Venice. It is 3.8 km (2.4 mi) long, and 30 to 90 m (98 to 295 ft) wide, with an average depth of 5 metres (16 feet)
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City of Venice

Venice is a city in northeastern Italy and the capital of the Veneto region. It is built on a group of 126 islands that are separated by expanses of open water and by canals; portions of the city are linked by 472 bridges. The islands are in the shallow Venetian Lagoon, an enclosed bay lying between the mouths of the Po and the Piave rivers (more exactly between the Brenta and the Sile). In 2020, around 258,685 people resided in greater Venice or the Comune di Venezia, of whom around 51,000 live in the historical island city of Venice (centro storico) and the rest on the mainland (terraferma). Together with the cities of Padua and Treviso, Venice is included in the Padua-Treviso-Venice Metropolitan Area, which is considered a statistical metropolitan area, with a total population of 2.6 million
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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
  • The traveling from one place to another is already included on the total duration of the product.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doges Palace St Marks?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doges Palace St Marks?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • 30-minute gondola adventure through the enchanting and unconventional canals of Venice.
  • Exclusive skip the line entrance to St Mark’s Basilica and terraces (€24).
  • Guided visit of the Doge’s Palace.
  • Walking tour lead by a licensed English-speaking guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pick up and drop off.
  • Tips.
  • Please note that pets are not allowed on our tours.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

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 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doges Palace St Marks is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doges Palace St Marks 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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.

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What's Included

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  • 30-minute gondola adventure through the enchanting and unconventional canals of Venice
  • Exclusive skip the line entrance to St Mark’s Basilica and terraces (€24)
  • Guided visit of the Doge’s Palace
  • Walking tour lead by a licensed English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Tips
  • Please note that pets are not allowed on our tours

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The traveling from one place to another is already included on the total duration of the product.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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