Inside Venice combo tour: guided visit to Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica in one day

Venezia, Italy
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Overview
Duration
2h 15min
Languages
German, French, English, Spanish, Italian
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

First stop is the DOGE'S PALACE for centuries the seat of Venetian political power. In its splendid rooms, plastered and packed with hundreds of masterpieces, the Duke and his Council controlled the fate of a thousand-year old maritime republic. You can live it together with our knowing, local guide who will show you the halls of power, taking you back to a very particular historical context: the European Middle Ages.You’ll be mesmerized by the rich details of the gold staircase, of the realism of the scenes depicted by many artists who decorated this building. Then you can relive the desperation of the prisoners crossing the famous BRIDGE OF SIGHS, and entering the Venetian prisons, famous for hosting among others Giacomo Casanova. The tour continues inside SAINT MARK'S BASILICA: the masterpiece of Byzantine art. You'll have the pleasure to savor the scintillating gold mosaics and the marble inlays of the floors, sitting comfortably while our guide opens your eyes to the history and particularities of this ancient, mysterious basilica. Admire the Pala d'Oro, an exquisite example of Byzantine art with its thousands of gems and precious stones. Enjoy the view of the Treasury, a splendor of the religious art collected over the centuries. An art-lovers dream come true!

What to remember

Important info

  • Comfortable shoes are recommended

  • Entrance to Churches requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress

  • Stroller or pram accessible

  • Public transportation nearby

included
What's included
included-item
* Professional local guide * Doge's Palace entrance ticket with reservation * St Mark's Basilica entrance ticket with reservation
excluded
What's not included
excluded-items
* Hotel pickup and drop\-off * Food and drinks * Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until 2 days in advance
Provider
Ciao Florence Tours & Travels Srl
Meeting Point

Venezia, 30124, Veneto, Venezia