Venice Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Tour with Doge Palace Options

3.8 (24 reviews) Venice, Italy
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. Venice
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Visit St. Mark’s Basilica with pre-reserved entry and a licensed guide, and discover the stories behind its golden mosaics, domes, and centuries of Venetian history.
Choose the experience that best suits your time in Venice. Depending on the option selected, continue to St. Mark’s Museum and terrace, explore the grand halls of Doge’s Palace, or visit the Campanile for panoramic views over the city.

Visit St. Mark’s Basilica with pre-reserved entry and a licensed guide
Discover the Basilica’s golden mosaics, architecture, and Venetian history
Choose an option with the Museum and terrace, Doge’s Palace, or Campanile access
Select a terrace or Campanile option for panoramic views over Venice

Options

Basilica & Museum + Terrace

Service: Guided Tour of St. Mark Basilica, Museum, and Terrace
Duration: 1 hour
Access: Pre-reserved skip-the-line ticket to the Basilica
Pre-reserved access to the Museum & Terrace

Basilica & Campanile Tour

Service: Guided Tour of St. Mark's Basilica and Campanile (Bell Tower)
Duration: 1 hour
Access: Pre-reserved Skip-the-line to St. Mark Basilica
Pre-reserved Skip-the-line to Campanile (Bell Tower)

Basilica & Doge + Campanile

Service: Guided Tour of St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace and Campanile (Bell Tower)
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Access : Pre-reserved Skip-the-line to St. Mark Basilica, Doge's Palace, and Campanile (Bell Tower)

Basilica & Doge + Terrace Tour

Service: Guided Tour of St. Mark Basilica and Doge's Palace with Terrace visit
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Access: Pre-reserved skip-the-line ticket to the Basilica and Doge's Palace including terrace visit

What's included

  • Panoramic views of Venice from Terrace and Bell Tower (if option is selected)
  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Audio-receiver device and headphones to hear better the tour guide
  • Exclusive terrace access (if option is selected)
  • Reserved Skip-the-line entry ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
  • Food and Drinks

What to expect

  1. Piazza San Marco
    10m
    Your adventure begins as you meet your knowledgeable guide near the famed Piazza San Marco, often called the "drawing room of Europe," which is the principal public square of Venice and a masterpiece of urban design.
  2. Basilica di San Marco
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Prepare to be dazzled as you step inside and behold a shimmering expanse of golden mosaics that decorate the ceilings and walls, each telling a story of the church's rich heritage.
  3. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Included with the Basilica, Doge & Campanile and Basilica & Campanile options.
    Complete your experience at Venice’s iconic Bell Tower and rise above St. Mark’s Square for sweeping views across the Basilica’s domes, Venetian rooftops, and the lagoon.
    The Basilica, Doge & Campanile option offers the most complete introduction to Venice’s faith, political power, and skyline. The Basilica & Campanile option is ideal for visitors who want to combine the city’s most famous church with its highest viewpoint.
  4. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Step inside Doge’s Palace, once the political heart of the Venetian Republic and the residence of the Doge. With pre-reserved entry, explore grand halls, richly decorated chambers, and powerful symbols of Venice’s former wealth and authority. Follow the story of the palace from government seat to court of justice as you admire masterpieces, golden staircases, and impressive rooms where major decisions shaped the history of Venice. Continue through the palace route toward the prisons and cross the famous Bridge of Sighs, one of the city’s most iconic passages.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us in St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco). Walk towards Caffè Florian, the historic café on the side of the square. Our meeting point is just past it in the open square. Look for our team in purple “Crown Tours” t-shirts — easy to spot and ready to welcome you.

End point

This activity will finish at St. Mark's Square after your St. Mark's Basilica guided tour.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tickets are nominative; bring a valid ID matching the booking name. Entry may be refused without it.
  • Basilica time limits apply: 20 minutes for the main area, plus 10 minutes for the Pala d’Oro. Museum and Terrace visit duration depends on the service booked.
  • Visitors aged 11+ (Basilica-only) or 6+ (Doge’s Palace) must book an adult ticket.
  • The Basilica may close or restrict access due to religious events or high tides.
  • From January 1, 2026: Basilica €12; Museum or Pala d’Oro €24; both €36; Campanile €18; Doge’s Palace €35; Museum Pass €40. Remaining value covers operational costs, including the audioguide and hosting or certified guiding services.
  • For skip-the-line hosted tickets, you will join a group at the meeting point and must remain with your assigned host for entry. Hosted access does not bypass security checks.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

3.8 (24)
From
€59.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by Crown Tours · Booked through Viator
More activities in Venice
From
€59.00 per person
Check availability