St. Mark's Basilica guided tour with skip-the-line access
Attractions & guided tours

St. Mark's Basilica guided tour with skip-the-line access

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$49.00
Language: English, Italian, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 1 hour
Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover the Basilica with an expert guide
  • Skip all the long lines at the cathedral
  • Dive into Venice's past with an exciting VR experience
What to expect

Join a guided tour of one of the most spectacular cathedrals in the world! With an expert and enthusiastic guide by your side, immerse yourself in the Byzantine art that makes this masterpiece a one-of-a-kind experience in Italy. Marvel at the 43,000 square feet of gold mosaics that shimmer across the walls and ceilings of the Basilica, and admire the intricate marble inlays that decorate its floors — each detail a tribute to centuries of faith, power, and artistry.Let your guide bring the stories of the Basilica to life — from biblical tales to political intrigue. With a skip-the-line ticket, you'll bypass the queue and step directly into the heart of this architectural marvel. Continue your journey at the San Marco History Gallery, where a VR headset transports you to the Piazza as it once was. See the Basilica as the Doge's private chapel, the Palace as a medieval fortress, and San Marco come alive in a breathtaking digital reconstruction.

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What's included
  • check Shared guided tour with commentary by a qualified and experienced guide
  • check St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line access
  • check Audio receiver devices are included in case of groups over 10 people
What's not included
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up
Where
Venice Tours, Calle de le Rasse, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Meeting point:
From St. Mark's Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge's Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536; look for the sign at the entrance. Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities

Know in advance:

  • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
  • Audio-receiver devices are included in case of groups of over 10 people
  • Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of special religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed the day after otherwise it will be refunded)
  • For the visit to the Basilica, proper clothing is required (no shorts or tank tops)
  • During some days of high turnout or for reason of force majeure (for example high tide or security problems) the waiting time to access St. Mark's Basilica might be longer than expected: in this case, please line up and respect the instructions provided by the guide
  • The tour is not considered private but it is shared with other guests not belonging to the same party
  • The guided tour of the basilica includes only the access to the ground floor of St. Mark's Basilica. Access to St. Mark's Basilica Pala d'Oro and Terrace is not included.

Remember to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes suggested
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Provider
Venice Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Unfortunately, we can't offer you a refund nor can we change or cancel your booking for this particular product, due to our partner's policy.

What people say about this experience

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    July 4, 2022

    molto brava la guida

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    September 5, 2021

    Ottima esperienza, con accesso immediato senza coda, guida davvero esperta, una meraviglia assolutamente da vedere. Purtroppo non è stato possibile effettuare la visita all’artigiano del vetro all’opera vicino a piazza San Marco.

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