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St. Mark’s Basilica Tickets and Tour Options

Venice, Italyby Giano Travel

1 hour
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Up to 25 travelers
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

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Overview

Discover the heart of Venice with a guided visit to St. Mark’s Square and St. Mark’s Basilica. Begin in St. Mark’s Square, where your guide introduces the landmarks and stories that shaped Venice’s most famous square. Then enter St. Mark’s Basilica and admire its golden mosaics, domes, marble details, and centuries of history as your guide brings this extraordinary landmark to life. Choose the option that suits your visit. Explore St. Mark’s Square and Basilica with a live guide in your selected language, or extend your experience with entry to Doge’s Palace. With the Doge’s Palace option, enjoy your guided Basilica visit first, then continue independently with a digital audioguide. Discover the palace’s grand halls and historic chambers before crossing the Bridge of Sighs and exploring the Prisons. Experience Venice’s religious and political heritage in one memorable visit.

What's included

Complementary access (no transport): Torcello Cathedral, Salute Sacristy & Manfrediniana Pinacoteca
Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica (guided visit in choosen language)
Audioguide via smartphone app with curated content (for Doge Palace only)
Professional licensed tour guide (only for Basilica)
Assistance and free Wi-Fi provided by staff at the meeting point
Audio receiver & headphones for clear guide commentary (for basilica guided visit)

Headphones and smartphone not included (required to use audioguide app on hosted visits)
Access to Pala d’Oro not included

Itinerary

1
Piazza San Marco
10 min
Your journey begins as you meet your guide in the heart of the stunning Piazza San Marco known as “drawing room of Europe,” a grand stage of history and elegance.
2
Basilica di San Marco
50 min
Marvel at the intricate marble floors and the seamless blend of Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance styles, as your expert guide shares the stories of how this sacred site grew into a magnificent symbol of faith and power. Learn about its gleaming golden altarpiece, rare treasures, and the artistry and devotion that shaped this masterpiece, one of Venice’s most extraordinary treasures.

Meeting and pickup

Meet us in St. Mark’s Square near Caffè Florian. Just steps away, you’ll see the Leo Pizzo jewelry store. Our team will be in front of the arches outside Leo Pizzo, wearing purple, ready to welcome you.

End point

This activity will finish at St. Mark's Square after your St. Mark's Basilica guided tour.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets are nominative; bring a valid ID matching the booking name. Entry may be refused without it.
For skip-the-line basilica visit, you will meet your group at the designated meeting point and must remain with your assigned guide for the entire visit; access does not bypass security checks.
Basilica time limits apply: 20 minutes for the main area
Visitors aged 11+ (Basilica-only) or 6+ (Doge’s Palace) must book an adult ticket.

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Audioguides are provided via App; download in advance (500 MB) and bring a fully charged smartphone with personal headphones.
The Basilica may close or restrict access due to religious events or high tides.
From July 1, 2025: Basilica €12; Museum or Pala d’Oro €24; both €36; Campanile €18; Doge’s Palace €30; Museum Pass €40. Remaining value covers operational costs, including the audioguide and hosting or certified guiding services.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Venice, Italy

4.5 hours

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