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Venice Grand Tour: Basilica, Palace, Islands & Gondola
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Overview
Experience the best of Venice with the Grand Tour: Basilica, Doge's Palace, Murano & Burano + Gondola ride! This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to see the most famous sights in Venice in one day. It's a mix of walking, boat rides, and seeing amazing art and history.
What to expect: Step inside St. Mark’s Basilica, a beautiful church filled with gold art. Then, visit Doge's Palace, where Venice's leaders used to live. You'll even get to see the Bridge of Sighs! Next, take a boat to Murano Island, where they make beautiful glass. Watch how glassblowers create amazing things. Finally, relax on a gondola ride and see Venice from the water.
This tour includes skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, a boat ride to Murano Island, and a shared gondola ride. You'll also get to see a glassblowing show. The tour does not include hotel pickup or drop-off. A guide will show you around and tell you all about Venice. With over 2,500 5-star reviews, this popular experience will surely be an unforgettable day in Venice! 
Highlights
Skip the Line at Top Spots: Go straight into St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace without waiting in long lines.
See Murano Glassblowers: Watch skilled artists make beautiful glass on Murano Island.
Ride a Gondola: Relax on a classic gondola ride and see Venice from the water.
Visit Doge's Palace: Explore the Doge's Palace and see the prisons.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally loved the tour, highlighting the value of seeing key attractions with skip-the-line access, though some felt it was a bit rushed.
Customers enjoyed seeing all the main Venice attractions in one tour.
Many reviewers loved the Murano glass-blowing demonstration.
Visitors appreciated the skip-the-line access to popular spots.
The gondola ride was a highlight for many.
Some reviewers felt the gondola ride was too short.
A few found the tour felt rushed.
The Journey
St. Mark's Basilica
St. Mark's Basilica, a breathtaking masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, stands as a symbol of Venice's wealth and power. Adorned with shimmering gold mosaics, intricate carvings, and precious relics, the basilica invites you to explore its opulent interior. Climb to the terrace for panoramic views of St. Mark's Square and the Venetian lagoon, immersing yourself in centuries of history and artistry.
Doge's Palace
Step into the heart of Venetian political power at the Doge's Palace, a magnificent Gothic palace that once housed the rulers of the Venetian Republic. Wander through lavishly decorated chambers, cross the infamous Bridge of Sighs into the prison, and discover the secrets of Venice's past. The palace's grand scale and intricate details offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and artistic heritage.
Murano Island
Journey to Murano Island, a short boat ride from Venice, and witness the centuries-old tradition of Venetian glassblowing. Explore the artisan workshops where skilled craftsmen create exquisite glass sculptures, beads, and chandeliers. Discover the secrets behind this unique art form, learn about the history of glassmaking in Murano, and perhaps even try your hand at creating your own glass souvenir.
Gondola Ride on St. Mark's Basin
Experience the magic of Venice from a traditional gondola as you glide along the St. Mark's Basin. Admire the iconic Bridge of Sighs, linking the Doge's Palace to the prisons, and take in the breathtaking view of St. Giorgio Island rising majestically from the lagoon. Let the gentle sway of the gondola and the serenading gondolier transport you to a world of romance and beauty, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes audio receivers for groups of 10 or more, access to the Correr Museum, Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library, a walking tour of Murano Island, skip-the-line entry to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, access to the Bridge of Sighs and Doge's Palace Prisons, roundtrip semi-private water taxi to Murano Island, an English-speaking guide, skip-the-line access to a Murano Glass Factory and a glass-blowing demonstration, a guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, and a shared gondola ride with a gondola tradition introduction. It excludes hotel pickup and drop-off, a guided tour of the Correr Museum, Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library, and entry fees not specified in the inclusions.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes as there is a fair amount of walking involved. Also, bring a water bottle to stay hydrated, especially during the warmer months.
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