Private 3hrs Venice Tour: Doge's Palace, St Mark's & Grand Canal

Duration3h

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

Discover the very best of Venice on an exclusive 3-hour private guided tour combining the city's most iconic landmarks with a scenic boat ride. Visit the magnificent Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica with pre-booked entrance tickets, accompanied by your knowledgeable local guide. Explore the fascinating history of the Venetian Republic, admire stunning architecture, and uncover the secrets of these extraordinary monuments. Continue with a private boat tour along the famous Grand Canal, passing elegant Venetian palaces and historic buildings. Cruise through smaller, picturesque canals to discover hidden corners and experience the quieter, more romantic side of Venice from the water.

What's included

Radio Headsets for the walking tours when the group has more than 6 participants
Guaranteed skip-the-line tickets to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
Grand Canal boat tour by motor-launch (1-hour)
Local English-speaking Professional guide for 3 hrs

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

What to expect

Palazzo Ducale
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

Enjoy a 1,5 hrs in depht tour of the Doges Palace and visit the famous Prisons.
Basilica di San Marco
30m · Admission ticket included

Enjoy a tour of the interior of St Mark's Basilica led by one of our highly qualified English-speaking guides .Skip the line tickets included.
Canal Grande
1h

Enjoy a 1-hour guided boat tour along Venice’s iconic Grand Canal and charming smaller canals, discovering magnificent palaces, historic landmarks, and hidden corners with an English-speaking guide.
Ponte di Rialto
Pass by

During your boat tour pass by the most famous bridge in Venice and learn all about merchants of this unique city.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Entrance to the Royal Gardens , on the waterfront of St Mark's Square - You'll meet Avventure Bellissime tour coordinator outside the gardens , in front of the wrought iron Gate holding a sign with the name of the tour and Avventure Bellissime logo written on it .

End point

Entrance to the Royal Gardens , on the waterfront of St Mark's Square - You'll meet Avventure Bellissime tour coordinator outside the gardens , in front of the wrought iron Gate holding a sign with the name of the tour and Avventure Bellissime logo written on it .

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside St Mark's Basilica
At certain times it may not be possible to enter any of the visited churches due to religious functions taking place. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued. Guides will provide explanation from outside.
In case of high water, St Mark’s Basilica Skip the line entrance will remain closed
Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance to St Mark's Basilica is compulsory from April to October due to high number of visitors. St Mark’s Basilica does not offer a fast entry service to anyone in other periods considered off peak season. No refund is due when skip-the-line reservation isn't required.
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:
Visits to St Mark's Basilica may be subject to restrictions. Depending on the situation on the day of the tour the itinerary may be amended to offer you the best experience possible.
ID Cards and Passports of all participants are mandatory to enter inside the St. Mark's Basilica.
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
St. Mark’s Basilica tickets are priced at €12 per person

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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