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Venice Saint Mark’s Basilica afternoon guided tour
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1 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Overview
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 in the afternoon, 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.
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.
The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.
What's Included
- Live tour commentary in english, italian, german, french, spanish
- Guided afternoon tour of the Saint Mark's Basilica
- Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum
- Skip the line entrance fee
- Optional gratuities
- Pala d'oro (€5,00)
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Meet the assistant, collect your headset and start the tour with your professional guide. Be sure to arrive at least 15 min before the departure time.
• Admission Ticket Free
Piazza San Marco
Starting in Saint Mark’s Square, our specialized guide will introduce you another side of Venice and its origins. Enjoy fantastic tales of tyranny and embrace the dynamic history of Venice, whilst discovering the history of the most dramatic and awe-inspiring building in Venice, Saint Mark’s Basilica.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Basilica di San Marco
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. Visit Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum and see the famous horses and admire Saint Mark's Square from the Basilica's terrace. The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.
40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible
- Shoulders and knees must be covered in the Basilica
- Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica
- The tour will take place rain or shine
- 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
Operated by Venice Events srl
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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