Private St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Terrace
Overview
Discover the highlights of Venice on a private walking tour of St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace with a knowledgeable local guide. Explore two of the city's most iconic landmarks while uncovering centuries of Venetian history, art, and politics. Admire the glittering Byzantine mosaics inside St. Mark's Basilica, enjoy panoramic views from the Basilica Terrace and wander through the magnificent halls of Doge's Palace before crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy a personalized experience with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and explore at your own pace.
Private guided experience with a local expert
Explore St. Mark's Basilica and Basilica Terrace
Visit Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs
Learn Venice's fascinating history and hidden stories
Flexible pace with a personalized itinerary
What's Included
- Private walking tour
- Personalized experience
- Guided visit to St. Mark's Basilica
- Private licensed local guide
- Guided visit to Doge's Palace
- Entrance tickets (must be purchased separately)
- Anything not listed in the inclusions
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
57, 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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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
St. Mark's Square (pass by)
St. Mark's Basilica
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Doge's Palace
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Doge's Palace (pass by)
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
- Kindly note that if any information in the Overview conflicts with the Itinerary, Inclusions, or any other section, please refer to the other sections rather than the Overview.
- Entrance tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately. The Overview incorrectly states that admission is included.
- Terrace access and priority/skip-the-line access are not guaranteed and may depend on the ticket purchased. Museo Correr is mentioned in the Overview but is not included.
- Moderate amount of walking is required.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica.
- Large bags may not be permitted.
- Security checks are mandatory.
- Tour operates in most weather conditions.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Not recommended for guests with severe mobility limitations.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-242498P32
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- Private walking tour.
- Personalized experience.
- Guided visit to St. Mark's Basilica.
- Private licensed local guide.
- Guided visit to Doge's Palace.
- Entrance tickets (must be purchased separately).
- Anything not listed in the inclusions.
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 Private St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Terrace 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 Private St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Tour with Terrace 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
- Private walking tour
- Personalized experience
- Guided visit to St. Mark's Basilica
- Private licensed local guide
- Guided visit to Doge's Palace
- Entrance tickets (must be purchased separately)
- Anything not listed in the inclusions
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
- Kindly note that if any information in the Overview conflicts with the Itinerary, Inclusions, or any other section, please refer to the other sections rather than the Overview.
- Entrance tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately. The Overview incorrectly states that admission is included.
- Terrace access and priority/skip-the-line access are not guaranteed and may depend on the ticket purchased. Museo Correr is mentioned in the Overview but is not included.
- Moderate amount of walking is required.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica.
- Large bags may not be permitted.
- Security checks are mandatory.
- Tour operates in most weather conditions.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Not recommended for guests with severe mobility limitations.
