Afternoon Tour: Basilica, Doge’s Palace & Gondola Ride in Venice

Duration2h 30m

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Enjoy an afternoon in Venice discovering Saint Mark's masterpieces and wonders. Visit the Doge's palace and the Saint Marks Basilica and then enjoy a traditional gondola ride through the venetian canals.

• See the iconic sights of Venice from the land and the water
• Save with this experience that includes 3 of the best-selling tours in Venice
• Skip the line and waste your time on holiday!

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French

English

Spanish

What's included

S.Luca, S. Maria del Giglio, S. Maria del Rosario vulgo Gesuati, S. Maria Formosa
Access to the National Archaeological Museum, the monumental rooms of Marciana National Library
Pinacoteca Manfrediniana, Madonna dell'orto - S. Alvise, S. Andrea de la Zirada, S. Antonin
S. Giovanni in Bragora, S. Marcuola, S. Maria dei Miracoli, S. Maria del Carmelo vulgo Carmini
Live tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish or German
The tickets for the Basilica allow you to visit (within 6 months) the following sites
Santuario di Lucia - SS. Redentore, The Human Safety Net
S. Simeon Piccolo, S. Sofia, S. Stae, S. Stefano, S. Trovaso
Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary
Professional local guide
S. Beneto, S. Fantin, S. Felice, S. Giacomo dell’Orio, S. Giobbe, S. Giovanni elemosinario
The tickets for the Doge's Palace allow you to visit: Bridge of Sighs, Armory, Correr Museum
Classic 30 min gondola ride
Skip the line entrance and guided tour to the Saint Marks Basilica and Doge's Palace
S. Martino di Castello, S. Marziale, S. Pietro di Castello, S. Polo, S. Samuele, S. Sebastiano
Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta (Torcello), Sacrestia della Basilica della Salute
Pre-reserved tickets for St. Mark's basilica (€12) and Doge's Palace (€35)

Gratuities
Gondola ride is not guided
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Pala d'oro
Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor
Secret itineraries
The Hidden Treasures of the Doge

What to expect

Pass by

Meet your guide 15 min before the departure time in calle larga the l'ascension at the wooden kiosk next the post office. Look for the Turive assistant.
Piazza San Marco
20m

Your guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica from Saint Mark's square, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptuous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring.
Basilica di San Marco
40m · Admission ticket included

During the tour you will be able absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica.
Palazzo Ducale
1h · Admission ticket included

Our guide will accompany you to the Doge’s Palace, which dominates Saint Mark's Square, the heart of Venice. Once inside the Palace, you will visit the halls where the Duke (Doge) and his Council controlled the fate of the Serene Republic, whilst surrounded by hundreds of artistic masterpieces and discover the political history of Venice and its people. You will be able to admire the paintings realised by some of the most important artists of the Italian Renaissance, amongst them, the world's largest oil painting by Tintoretto. Passing through the famous Bridge of Sighs, you will reach the new prisons. The bridge was given its name by the English poet Lord Byron, probably referring to the last breath of the prisoners, who had their last view of the lagoon and of Venice from the window of this bridge, before they were to be imprisoned.
30m · Admission ticket included

After a small break return the the meeting point and show your voucher for the gondola ride.

Relax aboard this historic vessel, enjoying the thrills of both the Grand Canal and minor canals. Admire Venice from this amazing point of view, witness its magnificent architecture and whilst gliding under its bridges, discover secret entrances to the elegant palaces and hidden corners.

APRIL - OCTOBER
14.45 - 15.45 Saint Mark's Basilica tour
17.15 - 17.45 Gondola tour

NOVEMBER - MARCH
13.45 - 14.45 Saint Mark's Basilica tour
15.00 - 15.30 Gondola tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension - 30124 (behind the Correr museum on the opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica).
Look for the TURIVE assistant next to the post office San Marco.

End point

The tour ends with the gondola ride in campo San Moisè.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
-> APRIL-OCTOBER Doge's Palace & Basilica departure at 14:45 (2 H 15 MIN) ->NOVEMBER-MARCH Doge's Palace at 11.45 (1 H 15 MIN) Basilica at 13.45 (1 H)
-> APRIL-OCTOBER Gondola ride departure at 17:15 (30 MIN) -> NOVEMBER-MARCH Gondola ride departure at 15.00 (30 MIN)
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
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.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St. Mark’s Basilica.

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 within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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