Venice: Skip-the-Line St. Mark's & Doge's Palace Tour
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Overview
Explore Venice with a guided tour of Saint Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. See amazing art inside Saint Mark's Basilica, visit the St. Mark's Museum, and go to the terrace for awesome views of St. Mark's Square.
Then, travel back in time at the Doge's Palace. Walk through big rooms, cross the Bridge of Sighs, and learn secrets of old prisons. This walking tour is great for history lovers and anyone who wants to see Venice's best places without waiting in long lines.
Your tour includes fast-track entry, so you skip the lines at both St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace. An expert guide will tell you about the history and stories behind these famous spots. You’ll also get to see the prisons and walk across the Bridge of Sighs. This experience doesn't include food, drinks, or pickup/drop-off services.




Highlights
Skip the Long Lines: Get priority access to St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, so you don't waste time waiting.
See Amazing Views: Go to the Basilica's terrace for panoramic views of St. Mark's Square.
Expert Guide Included: Learn about the history and secrets of these famous landmarks from a knowledgeable guide.
Explore the Bridge of Sighs: Walk through the iconic Bridge of Sighs and see the ancient prisons.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers highly valued the knowledgeable guides and skip-the-line access, enhancing their experience at St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace.

Customers loved the guide's knowledge and the interesting facts shared.
Visitors appreciated seeing specific points of interest they might have missed on their own.
Many enjoyed the skip-the-line access, saving them valuable time.
Customers found the overall experience to be very informative and worthwhile.
No negative aspects were mentioned in the provided review.
The Journey
St. Mark's Basilica
Discover the splendor of St. Mark's Basilica, Venice's most iconic church, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. Marvel at the dazzling golden mosaics that adorn its interior, each telling a story from the Bible and Venetian history. Ascend to the St. Mark's Museum to view the original bronze horses (Quadriga of St. Mark), symbols of power and artistic achievement. Finally, step onto the terrace for unparalleled panoramic views of St. Mark's Square, capturing the essence of Venice in a single breathtaking vista.
Doge's Palace
Step into the opulent world of the Doge's Palace, the former seat of Venetian power and a testament to the Republic's grandeur. Wander through richly decorated halls, each a showcase of Venetian art and political history. Experience the poignant journey across the Bridge of Sighs, where prisoners caught their last glimpse of freedom before descending into the dark and somber ancient prisons. This journey offers a unique glimpse into the power, art, and intrigue that shaped Venice's legacy.
Know Before You Go
This guided tour includes priority tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. You'll have access to the Basilica’s Terrace and museum with views of St. Mark’s Square. An expert guide will share the history of these landmarks. You'll also visit the prisons and walk across the Bridge of Sighs. This tour does not include food, drinks, or transportation to/from the meeting point.
Hot Tip
One happy visitor mentioned that the guide helped them discover many interesting facts and points of interest that they would have missed if they had visited on their own.