Private VIP St Mark Basilica Tour After Hours

5.0 (6 reviews) Venice, Italy
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Duration1h 15m
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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Step inside Venice’s most iconic landmark after it closes to the public on this exclusive private tour. With no crowds or rush, enjoy uninterrupted time to absorb the basilica’s art, history, and atmosphere, from the golden mosaic ceiling to the glittering Pala d’Oro. Then descend into the rarely opened crypt, where legend says the remains of St. Mark were once hidden. Accompanied by an expert local guide, uncover the hidden meanings behind the mosaics, hear stories of stolen relics and sacred secrets, and experience Venice’s spiritual heart as few ever do. Perfect for couples, families, and travelers who want to get the VIP experience in Venice's top monument.

What's included

  • The Pala d’Oro altarpiece
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Exclusive access ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (after closing)
  • The Crypt of St. Mark’s
  • St. Mark’s Square
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

What to expect

  1. 15m
    Start the tour in St. Mark's Square where your guide will give you a brief introduction to Venice's history as a floating empire.
  2. Basilica di San Marco
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Step inside basilica alongside your private guide, experiencing its beauty in pure silence without the usual crowds or distractions.
    Watch in awe as the lights are switched on just for your group and the gold mosaics shimmer across the domes and walls. Admire the magnificent Pala d’Oro, the basilica’s jewel-encrusted altarpiece, crafted from hundreds of precious gems. Then follow your guide below the main church into the underground crypt, a space rarely accessible to visitors. These haunting chambers once safeguarded the relics of St. Mark and still shows the watermarks from past years of the flood-prone chamber. On this tour you'll have Venice’s most sacred site all to yourself on this VIP private tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Correr Museum in Piazza San Marco 52. Your guide will be waiting under the portico just outside the entrance of the museum.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Basilica, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. A scarf or shawl is acceptable. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
  • No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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