Doge's Palace Guided Tour | Official Tickets, Venice

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Eye-catching marbles and golden mosaics make St. Mark's Basilica one of the most impressive cathedrals in the world. On this tour, we'll pass through its interior with queue-free access, and with a guide to ensure we miss no detail.

Details

Duration

1 hour.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and other languages.

Included

English–speaking guide
Access to St. Mark's Basilica
Access to St. Mark Terrace and Museum (depending on selection)
Headphones

Not included

Entrance ticket to the Pala d'Oro

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

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September 2, 2026
Daniel Barceló Mor
Barcelona, Spain
Very good. We arrived 10 minutes late and the service was excellent, with staff accompanying us inside the basilica where we could join the group. Ver...
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May 3, 2026
Patricia De Robles
Bahía Blanca, Argentina
The guide was very engaging and friendly, with extensive historical and artistic knowledge; the visit was fascinating. The only aspect I would mention...
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April 22, 2026
Felipe Milán Valero
Alicante, Spain
The guide was the best part. We were very lucky because she was a true expert. She was a local from Venice and gave us lots of details about every cor...
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September 25, 2026
Beatriz Monti
Argentina
Beautiful
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September 19, 2026
Roberto
Lleida, Spain
Too expensive for what the visit is.
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September 18, 2026
Ana
Barcelona, Spain
It was very good and enjoyable. The guide was very friendly and gave good explanations.
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September 18, 2026
Rosa María García Cebolla
Vic, Spain
It was clear that the guide had a lot of knowledge and experience.
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September 7, 2026
Dolors
Figueres, Spain
Good information and a comfortable visit
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September 2, 2026
Ricardo
Spain
Estela was a very good guide. She knew the basilica well and gave us engaging explanations.
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August 15, 2026
Isabel Maria
Spain
Very good experience, the guide explained everything very well.
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Tour Options

When booking, you'll be able to choose between different tour options. Below, you can see the details of each tour.

St. Mark's Basilica, Terrace & Museum

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Campo San Zaccaria, to kick off our guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica. Ready to learn about one of Venice' most famous temples?

During the tour, we'll see the Ascension Dome mosaics, and we'll reveal the different scenes represented. Without a doubt, these mosaics are the star of the show in the Basilica.

We'll also have access to the basilica's terrace, from which we'll have unbelievable views of the city, and its museum, where we can delve further into the basilica's history.

Then, after an hour of exploring the intricate details that make this structure unique, we'll conclude the tour. By the end, you'll be an expert in this masterpiece of Byzantine art!

Main Nave of the Basilica

If you choose this option, you'll have fast-track entry and enjoy a guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica's ground floor. As you enter through the grand portals of this iconic cathedral, you'll be awestruck by the glittering golden mosaics spanning over 8,000 square meters (86,111 square feet), depicting biblical scenes and stories from Venice's storied past.

Our guide will lead us through the expansive nave and aisles, highlighting the intricate details of the marble floors and the expertly crafted columns, each holding centuries of history.

We'll finish the tour between 45 minutes and 1 hour later.

Meeting Points

When making your booking, you'll be able to choose from the following 2 meeting points:

Basilica, Terrace & Museum Tour from Campo San Zaccaria
Main Nave Tour from Calle Larga Ascensione. From this spot, the tour will last 1 hour.
Main Nave Tour from Campo de San Zaccaria.

Tour Options

When booking, you'll be able to choose between different tour options. Below, you can see the details of each tour.

St. Mark's Basilica, Terrace & Museum

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Campo San Zaccaria, to kick off our guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica. Ready to learn about one of Venice' most famous temples?

During the tour, we'll see the Ascension Dome mosaics, and we'll reveal the different scenes represented. Without a doubt, these mosaics are the star of the show in the Basilica.

We'll also have access to the basilica's terrace, from which we'll have unbelievable views of the city, and its museum, where we can delve further into the basilica's history.

Then, after an hour of exploring the intricate details that make this structure unique, we'll conclude the tour. By the end, you'll be an expert in this masterpiece of Byzantine art!

Main Nave of the Basilica

Our guide will lead us through the expansive nave and aisles, highlighting the intricate details of the marble floors and the expertly crafted columns, each holding centuries of history.

We'll finish the tour between 45 minutes and 1 hour later.

Meeting Points

When making your booking, you'll be able to choose from the following 2 meeting points:

Basilica, Terrace & Museum Tour from Campo San Zaccaria
Main Nave Tour from Calle Larga Ascensione. From this spot, the tour will last 1 hour.
Main Nave Tour from Campo de San Zaccaria.

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