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Basilica, Doge's Palace, History Gallery & Bell Tower Option
Venezia,
Italy
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Overview
Duration
3h
Languages
English, French
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Experience an exclusive guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, iconic landmarks of Piazza San Marco. Admire the grandeur of the Golden Staircase and stunning artworks in the Doge's Palace, and cross the Bridge of Sighs to explore the historic prisons where Casanova was held, reminiscent of Alcatraz’s mystique.
Visit St. Mark's Basilica, known as the Golden Basilica, to marvel at its glittering mosaics, as dazzling as any European cathedral. Then, enjoy a virtual reality experience at the Gondola Yard of Venice Gallery. With a VR headset, see Piazza San Marco as it once was, imagining the Basilica as the Doge's private chapel and the Palace as a medieval fortress.
Choose the St. Mark's Bell Tower option for panoramic views of Venice, much like viewing New York City from above. An elevator ride to the top offers breathtaking vistas of the domes, St. Mark's Square, and the lagoon. Enhance your visit with an audio guide and digital map for deeper insights.
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Important info
Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of unplanned religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed to the day after otherwise it will be refunded). For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts). Comfortable shoes suggested. . On Sundays, feast days and in case of unplanned religious celebrations the Basilica tour foresees the visit with direct access to the Terrace and to St. Mark's Museum situated on the first floor.. Due to the security reason, luggage and bags are not allowed inside the Basilica. Please note that the Marciana Library is closed on Sundays. On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
What's included
Bridge of Sighs Entrance. St. Mark's Cathedral Terrace Entrance Ticket (if Legendary Tour Option is selected). Skip the line ticket to Marciana Library (Closed on Sundays). Bell Tower Visit (if the option is selected the Basilica visit will be guided from the OUTSIDE ONLY). Lunch (if option is selected). Skip the Line Ticket to Doge's Palace. Guided tour by a qualified guide to Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Cathedral (if option is selected). Skip the line ticket to Archeological Museum. Skip the line Ticket to the St. Mark's Cathedral (if option is selected). History Gallery - Venice in the past VR Experience. Skip the line Ticket to Royal Palace - Correr Museum (Empress Sissi Rooms & Napoleon Dancing Hall)
What's not included
Hotel pickup & Drop Off. Food & Drinks. Guided Tour to Royal Palace - Correr Museum. Guided Tour to Marciana Library . Guided Tour to Archeological Museum. Basilica Admission if the Bell Tower option is selected
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
CITY TOURS CO. LTD
Meeting Point
Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right, pass under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight to “Campo San Gallo”. Venice Tours Office is in the square.