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Doge’s Palace & St.Mark’s Basilica: Guided Tour + Burano & Murano Tour + Gondola

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Duration9 h 30 min
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About

Join a local guide for an enriching tour through Venice. This tour includes skipping lines at St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, a gondola ride, and visits to Murano and Burano.

Meet your guide at the designated spot, skip the queues, and explore St. Mark’s Basilica. Then, visit the Doge’s Palace, a symbol of Venetian power. Next, enjoy a gondola ride through Venice’s canals with a Venetian gondolier.

After lunch (not included), take a private water taxi to Murano to see glassblowing and admire Murano glass pieces. Then, visit Burano to see its colorful houses and a live lacemaking demonstration. The expedition concludes with a return to Venice with memories of Venetian culture and history.

What's Included

  • Skip-the-line entry to the Doge’s Palace
  • Skip-the-line entry to the St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Access to the ground floor of Basilica
  • Guided tour of Doge’s Palace & St.Mark’s Basilica
  • 30-minute shared gondola ride
  • Boat tour to Murano and Burano islands
  • Glassblowing demonstration in Murano Glass Factory
  • Venice walking tour
  • Headset to hear the guide
  • Entrance to the Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana

What's Not Included

  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Food and beverages
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities (optional)

Must Know

  • This is a walking tour with a small portion held on a gondola and water taxi between the islands
  • Large bags/oversized luggage cannot be brought on the tour
  • St. Mark’s Basilica onsite entry ticket price: €12

Good to Know

  • All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Mark’s Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.
  • Itinerary order may vary depending on the start time

Instructions

1

Before you buy

  • St. Mark’s Basilica ticket: €12
  • On specific dates, visitors to Venice must pay a €5 access fee. For details, including exemptions and applicable dates, visit here
2

On-site usage

  • Morning meeting point: Meet your guide between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco and San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal
  • Afternoon meeting point: The meeting point is the same as the morning, please confirm with your guide on the day, what time to meet for the second part of your tour
  • Your guide will be holding a sign with “The Tour Guy” on it
  • Show your mobile voucher to the guide
  • Please note that it is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before departure
  • Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded
3

After your visit

  • Knees and shoulders must be covered. The operator is not responsible for denied entry due to inappropriate attire
  • Mandatory: All guests must carry a copy of their passports during the tour
  • On specific dates, visitors to Venice must pay a €5 access fee. For details, including exemptions and applicable dates, visit.
  • The tour consists of two parts and includes free time for lunch (at your own expense)

Meeting Point

Piazzetta San Marco, Venice

GPS:45.43335, 12.33991

Get There

Piazza San Marco, Venice

30100

Reschedule and cancellation policy

Cancel for free until 1 day before your scheduled timeslot and get a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is skip-the-line access included for St Mark's Square?

Yes, this ticket includes priority access to St Mark’s Square, allowing you to bypass the standard queues.

Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?

Yes, you can cancel your booking up to 1 day before your scheduled timeslot to receive a full refund.

How early should I arrive?

It is highly recommended to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 min prior to your scheduled start time.

How much time should I plan for this experience?

You should expect to spend approximately 9 h 30 min exploring St Mark’s Square.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets for Doge’s Palace & St.Mark’s Basilica: Guided Tour + Burano & Murano Tour + Gondola start from $189.99.

Do I need to print my tickets?

No, printing is not required for Doge’s Palace & St.Mark’s Basilica: Guided Tour + Burano & Murano Tour + Gondola. You can simply show the digital ticket on your smartphone when you arrive.

How long does it take to receive my tickets?

You will receive your Doge’s Palace & St.Mark’s Basilica: Guided Tour + Burano & Murano Tour + Gondola tickets instantly via email right after your booking is confirmed.

What languages does the live guide speak?

The live guided experience is available in the following languages: English.

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$189.99
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Free Cancellation

Cancel for free until 1 day before your scheduled timeslot and get a full refund.

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