Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Semi-private walking tour of the main attractions in the St. Mark’s area, including skip-the-line entrance to the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Other highlights of this informative and entertaining 3-hour tour comprises hidden gems of Venetian architecture as well as insights into the history of Venice, its palaces and churches, and traditional crafts. The itinerary is designed to appeal to visitors looking for an authentic Venetian experience and the undivided attention of the passionate professional guide who is the heart and soul of this tour.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Skip The Line Entrance Fees
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Riva degli Schiavoni, 4195
Please be informed that the meeting point is in front of the Danieli Hotel just off St. Mark's Square. The hotel is the red Gothic building opposite the San Zaccaria waterbus stop.
Return
Itinerary
1
St. Mark's Square
Your guide will illustrate all the major sights in this area that was the center of power in the days of the Venetian Republic, including the Doges' Palace and St. Mark's Basilica.
1 hour and 30 minutes
2
Doge's Palace
The centre of political power and the official residence of the Doge, the spectacular rooms are literally lined with priceless masterpieces. See the halls of power in which the government of the Most Serene Republic convened and visit the notorious Prison in which Casanova was jailed.
1 hour
3
St. Mark's Basilica
Once the Doge's private chapel, the Basilica is covered in golden mosaics and priceless treasures. The iconic domes of the exterior top a loggia with the famous golden horses.
30 minutes
4
Rialto
The oldest bridge over the Grand Canal, still lined with shops as it was in the Middle Ages it affords a breathtaking view of the magnificent palaces lining the canal banks.
5
Scala Contarini del Bovolo
The spiral staircase of Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo is one of the hidden gems of Venice, tucked away in a side alley between the Rialto and St. Mark's Square
Semi-private walking tour of the main attractions in the St. Mark’s area, including skip-the-line entrance to the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Other highlights of this informative and entertaining 3-hour tour comprises hidden gems of Venetian architecture as well as insights into the history of Venice, its palaces and churches, and traditional crafts. The itinerary is designed to appeal to visitors looking for an authentic Venetian experience and the undivided attention of the passionate professional guide who is the heart and soul of this tour.
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Skip The Line Entrance Fees
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Riva degli Schiavoni, 4195
Please be informed that the meeting point is in front of the Danieli Hotel just off St. Mark's Square. The hotel is the red Gothic building opposite the San Zaccaria waterbus stop.