Overview
Explore the best of Venice on this complete half-day tour: guided walk between St Mark’s Square and the Rialto area, avoid the long lines to enter St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace and enjoy a fascinating visit of the most famous attractions of Venice.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Guided walking tour
Skip the line access and guided visit to St Mark’s Basilica
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The meeting point is ten to fifteen minutes before the start of the tour at the TURIVE kiosk, located on Calle larga de l' Ascension, near the post office, behind Correr museum.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
the meeting point is at TURIVE KIOSK, near the postal office in Calle de l'Ascension, behind the correr Museum and St Mark Square
• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE DEPARTURE TIME
• At the departure point you will meet a representative who will check your vouchers and give you further information. They wear a uniform: white shirt, blue trousers or blue jacket with the notice TURIVE on the small pocket, and hold a sign with the notice TOURS clearly displayed
• The Procuratoria di San Marco reserves the right to PROHIBIT VISITS and access to the basilica at any time, without notice for reasons of force majeure (e.g. high water), safety reasons, religious services not specified on the calendar, state visits.
When possible, you will be immediately notified of such changes together with other ways to use the service. Access to the Basilica is only permitted to visitors with suitable attire: shorts, sleeveless dresses, low-cut and skimpy clothes are not allowed; suitcases, backpacks, bulky bags are not allowed for safety reasons: if necessary you will be instructed about the luggage storage directly on the spot
• COLLECTIVE TOUR there might be other participants going on the tour with you
• COMBINED TOUR
• From November 1st to March 31st the tour is BILINGUAL, so explanations are provided in two languages if the audience provenience is mixed
• Due to the particular morphological structure of Venice, we cannot guarantee that people with walking difficulties and wheelchair users could access the whole tour
• No credit or refunds will be given in the case of a NO SHOW if you don't show up at the meeting point at the time indicated on your voucher
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What to expect
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Piazza San Marco
Heart of Venice, Piazza San Marco is the principal public square of Venice and since 1987 UNESCO world heritage.
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Basilica di San Marco
45 min
The Golden Basilica, a perfect blend of Byzantine and Gothic art
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Doge's Palace
1 hour
A masterpiece of Gothic architecture, the Doge’s Palace is one of the symbols of Venice
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Casa di Marco Polo
1 hour
Near the church of St. Giovanni Crisostomo there is Marco Polo's house, he was an Italian traveller, writer, ambassador and merchant.
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Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo)
1 hour
The basilica of Saints John and Paul is one of the most impressive medieval religious buildings in Venice, together with the basilica of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. It is considered the pantheon of Venice due to the large number of Venetian doges and other important figures who have been buried there since the 13th century.
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Campo Santa Maria Formosa
1 hour
Campo Santa Maria Formosa is a campo in Venice, located in the Castello district.
It is one of the largest squares in the city: a total of nine calli and eleven bridges branch off from it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- 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
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Venice Landmarks: Walking Tour Plus St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Tours
Can I cancel Venice Landmarks: Walking Tour Plus St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Tours for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours 30 min.
What's included?
- Guided walking tour
- Skip the line access and guided visit to St Mark’s Basilica
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Piazza San Marco, Basilica di San Marco, Doge's Palace, Casa di Marco Polo, Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo), Campo Santa Maria Formosa.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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