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Full-Day Guided Tour in Venice

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Full-Day Guided Tour in Venice

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Enjoy Skip-the-line to explore two of the most iconic buildings in Venice. Learn the history of the Venetian Republic and discover the masterpieces of art, as you walk the corridors and halls of both the Venetian doges and the St Mark’s Basilica. Drown yourself in the golden mosaics and other treasures as you also walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs. Join an amazing walking tour, to explore the fascinating maze of Venice's narrow streets, elegant palaces, and imposing churches. We make sure you don't miss a thing during an enlightening walking tour led by our professional guides.

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Doge's Palace Guided Tour

Once you are inside the Doge's Palace you'll be introduced to the features of the palace and the history of the Republic of Venice. In the grand rooms, you’ll see hundreds of artistic masterpieces and as you explore the hallways, you’ll see the magnificent golden staircase with Byzantine and Oriental architecture masterpieces collided on the walls. The guide will escort you and point out some of the most famous works of Tintoretto, Veronese, and other important artists’ artwork for you to admire.

Next, you’ll have access to the armoury which contains a vast collection of armaments and weapons from different periods. Then, you’ll discover the legendary Bridge of Sighs which is connected to the prison from the Doges Palace. Finally, feel the anguish of the prisoners, who after crossing the bridge entered into the darkness as you'll cross the Bridge of Sighs, peeking out at the crowds below for the last time just like the prisoners in the 18th century.

St. Mark's Basilica Tour

Walk your way to the entrance of the Cathedral, and skip the line at the entrance to the cathedral. Inside this Golden Basilica, the guide with explains to you the famous fact about the incredible golden mosaics and the masterpieces of Byzantine art which you’ll be awed by! Byzantine arts are a unique artwork in Italy and mosaics are found in the church’s atrium, you’ll have the pleasure to savour beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, while the guide will show you the represented biblical scenes from the Old Testaments, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica.

The guide will also point out a treasury view which is a splendour of religious art collections over the centuries, where you’ll admire the altarpiece of Pala d’Oro an exquisite example of Byzantine art with its thousands of gems and precious stones.

City Walking Tour

The tour will begin at the Column of San Marco. This square is known to be the world’s most beautiful drawing room, you’ll see it for yourself once you visit it.

In this square, you’ll be introduced to St Mark’s Basilica, the cathedral church of Venice, the symbol of the city with its Byzantine-style cupolas with its golden mosaics and priceless bronze and golden horses coming from Costantinopoli.

Next, you’ll continue to see the Doge’s Palace which is a few metres away from the Cathedral, yet another monument suited in St. Mark’s Square. Here you'll hear the story of this beautiful palace and the fire that took place, the structure and the architectural style of this magnificent building. Then walk to see the tallest building in Venice, The Campanile (Bell Tower), which once was a lighthouse for sailors.

You’ll continue to tour Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, where the largest church of Venice is located, the Pantheon of Venice. The guide will take you around the church’s exterior, which is designed with marvellous sculptures.

Just nearby the church you can admire the most prominent and most beautifully decorated building in Venice known as the Scuola Grande di San Marco (“Great School of Charity”). You'll learn the importance and significance of this building to the Venetians. As you stroll the streets and pretty alleys crossing across small bridges of Venice, you’ll uncover hidden gems along the way, like Marco Polo’s house a great traveller and writer.

You’ll not stop there; the guide will walk you to the hustling and bustling of Venice's most famous shopping street known as Mercerie. This historic heart of commercial life in the city is sited between the Rialto Bridge and San Marco Square.

Passing the Rialto bridge, walk along the grand canal to the most famous and renowned Italian theatre, the Teatro La Fenice. Here you will discover the story of a mythical phoenix that's been told by the locals in Venice. Later visit the gothic spiral staircase, Scala Contarini del Bovolo externally along your way back to St. Mark’s Square.

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Highlights
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Embark on a guided tour with a professional experienced guide
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Skip the lines to enter the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica without delay
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Pass through impressive halls where the Doges ruled the Most Serene Republic of Venice
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Admire the golden mosaics and other treasures of St. Mark’s Basilica
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Stroll down the narrow alleys of Venice and encounter enchanting squares

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Officially certified guide
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Radio system to hear the guide
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Ticket and reservation to St Mark's Basilica and Pala d’Oro
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Ticket and reservation to Doge's Palace
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Guided city walking tour
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Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to or from attractions
Entrance tickets to the attractions of the Walking Tour

Meeting Point

Meet your guide in front of the Colonna di San Marco in Piazzetta S. Marco, 30124 Venezia.

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Please be present at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delay


Know before you go
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Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
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The attraction is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
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The skip-the-line access is guaranteed, even during peak season (except in the event of delays or strikes by the museum management).
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Photography is not allowed only inside the Cathedral.
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Please note that the walking tour will only be conducted from the outside of each attraction mentioned in the itinerary.
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The tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of religious functions (in these cases it can be rearranged or refunded).
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A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums (no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed, knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women).
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A refusal of entry due to an inappropriate dress code, the tour will not be rescheduled or refunded.
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The tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of religious functions (in these cases it can be rearranged or refunded).
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For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the basilica and the palace.
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Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
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Please note that the tour requires a minimum number of guests to run.
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Please note that if you arrive after the tour start time you will not be able to join and will not be refunded or have your tour rescheduled.
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There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements, in the event of this occurring you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
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Recommended to carry a Passport, ID card or a Digital copy of an Identity Document.
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Recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Health restrictions
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Not recommended for travellers suffering from claustrophobia, vertigo or cardio-respiratory disorders.
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Not recommended for children under 6 years.
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