Venice in a Day: St. Mark’s, Doge’s Palace, Murano & Burano with Gondola Ride
Venice in a Day: St. Mark’s, Doge’s Palace, Murano & Burano with Gondola Ride
Duration: Varies (3 hours to 9.5 hours)
Varies (3 hours to 9.5 hours)
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore Venice's long history and artistry in one day with this guided tour, featuring stops at St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Murano, Burano, and a gondola ride through the city of waterways. Your English-speaking guide will lead you to begin your journey at the entrance of St. Mark's Basilica, where security screening is required before entry. Marvel at Venice’s most famous church with its dazzling golden mosaics covering 8,000 sqm.
Explore Venice's long history and artistry in one day with this guided tour, featuring stops at St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Murano, Burano, and a gondola ride through the city of waterways. Your English-speaking guide will lead you to begin your journey at the entrance of St. Mark's Basilica, where security screening is required before entry. Marvel at Venice’s most famous church with its dazzling golden mosaics covering 8,000 sqm.
This day tour provides an engaging experience showcasing Venice's famous sights such as St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace.
With Skip-the-Queue access to both St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, explore these landmarks with a knowledgeable local guide.
Spend 30 minutes on a romantic gondola ride through Venice's canals for stunning views from the water.
Access to St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line entry
Entry to Doge’s Palace including a guided tour and skip-the-line access
Use of an expert English-speaking guide for the tours
One shared gondola ride lasting 30 minutes on The Gondola Ride, Venice in a Day: St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace with Murano & Burano Islands (as per option selected)
Ticket covers round-trip transfers to/from Murano & Burano Islands
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St. Mark's Basilica and Campanile in Venice with tourists in the square.
Welcome to an memorable journey through the famous landmarks of Venice, where you'll be guided by a knowledgeable expert who brings the city's long history and artistry alive.
Getting Started
Gather at St. Mark’s Basilica for your tour with our English-speaking guide. Ensure you have valid ID ready as ticket checks are mandatory, along with security screening before entry to the site.
What You'll See and Do
St. Mark's Basilica
This stunning church is a highlight of Venice, renowned for its dazzling golden mosaics that cover 8,000 sqm.
- Marvel at the glittering mosaic artistry throughout St. Mark’s Basilica.
- Observe intricate geometric and animal patterns on the marble floor resembling an expansive mosaic carpet.
- Spot the ancient bronze horses of the Quadriga, a significant historical feature within the basilica.
Doge's Palace
This historic site once served as the seat for Venice’s rulers and housed its courts of justice. Explore its grandeur through:
- Grand council chambers that echo with history.
- The Bridge of Sighs, where you can imagine the last views seen by prisoners before imprisonment.
Gondola Ride The Classic Venetian Experience
Experience Venice's quintessential waterway journey. Enjoy a serene 30-minute gondola ride through its tranquil canals.
- Savor the classic Venetian experience with your own private gondola tour.
Optional Upgrades for an Extended Visit
Bring your day trip to a full-day adventure by adding visits to picturesque islands:
- Murano: Witness the art of live glass-blowing demonstrations, showcasing local craftsmanship.
- Burano: Explore traditional lace-making and admire the vibrant fishermen’s houses that colorfully adorn this island.
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile viewed from the Grand Canal in Venice.
Gondola navigating a narrow canal under a bridge in Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica and Campanile in Venice with tourists in the square.
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile viewed from the Grand Canal in Venice.
Gondola navigating a narrow canal under a bridge in Venice, Italy.
Canal with boats and colorful buildings on Murano Island, Venice, during a guided tour.
- A valid ID is necessary for participation in this tour.
Ensure you wear comfortable walking shoes to enjoy the day fully.
No photography of any kind is permitted at St. Mark's Basilica, and similar rules apply to Doge’s Palace where flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and commercial photography are prohibited.
- Both St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace welcome visitors in wheelchairs or with prams/strollers.
Note that the gondola ride is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- Gondolas may have seating arrangements adjusted for balance and safety, which might prevent you from sitting next to your partner.
- The tour could be affected by high tide conditions or religious events at the basilica. In such cases, tours are either rescheduled or refunded.
A dress code is enforced requiring visitors to cover shoulders and knees when entering the basilica.
Interior view of St. Mark's Basilica with ornate golden mosaics and arches, Venice.
Doge Palace chamber with ornate gold detailing and historical paintings in Venice.
Canal with boats and colorful buildings on Murano Island, Venice, during a guided tour.
Interior view of St. Mark's Basilica with ornate golden mosaics and arches, Venice.
Doge Palace chamber with ornate gold detailing and historical paintings in Venice.
Bring a valid ID for ticket checks and comfortable walking shoes to enjoy exploring Venice's iconic sites without hassle.
Skip waiting in lines at St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace by joining the guided tour with skip-the-line entry, allowing you more time to appreciate their grandeur.
Prepare for security screening before entering attractions like St. Mark's Basilica to ensure a smooth start to your visit.
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