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Venice In a Day St Mark's Doges Palace Gondola Ride and City Tour

4.8(4,761)4 h – 6 hModerately active

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If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Overview

Duration: 4 h – 6 h
Languages: English
Group size: Up to 15 travelers
Suitable for: Ages 0–99
Pace: Moderately active
Access: Skip the line

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Couples
First-time visitors

Maximize your time in Venice with a comprehensive day tour covering the city's most memorable highlights. Cross the Rialto Bridge, enjoy a classic gondola ride along the canals, and explore St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace with skip-the-line access.

Highlights

Gondola Ride
Doge's Palace
St. Mark's Basilica

What's included

Rialto Fish Market
Gondola Ride (Venice Express Half Day Option excluded)
Local English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25€)
New Prisons
Rialto Bridge
Guided Walk of the back streets of Venice
Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (12€)
Bridge of Sighs
House of Marco Polo ( exterior)

Not included

Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Itinerary

1
Ponte di Rialto
1h 45min
Your tour starts at ground level with a guided walking tour of the city's most famous and most interesting sights. See the Rialto Bridge and learn about Venice's food culture at the Rialto Fish Market. Along the way hear tales of famous Venetians like Marco Polo as well as how Venice came to be—and how it survived against the odds. (1 hour if Express option selected)
2
Stop 2
Pass by
Sightseeing & Photo Stop
3
Casa di Marco Polo
Pass by

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
In case of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather (heavy rain, strong wind, high tide) conditions that prevent the gondola ride from taking place or any operational or safety reasons beyond our control it may be substituted for another experience, but no refund will be provided.

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Sightseeing & Photo Stop

Canal Grande

30min

As your walking tour ends, take a gondola ride and cruise along the Grand Canal and into the quieter back canals of the city with a maximum of 5 people per vessel. Note: The gondola ride is not included in the Express option.

San Marco

45min

Pause for a break. While it's not included in the tour, your guide will share plenty of great recommendations on where to grab a coffee and a snack. Note: No break will be provided if 8:15am Venice In a Day option or Express option selected.

Basilica di San Marco

After a short break for a snack on your own, reconvene at St. Mark's Square. Your tour includes pre-reserved skip-the-line tickets to enter St. Mark's Basilica to explore its stunning history, architecture, and art with your guide. Get up close to the beautiful gold mosaics with special first-floor access.

Palazzo Ducale

Then it's on to Venice's other top sight—the Doge's Palace. Skip the line with pre-reserved tickets and enjoy the benefit of having an expert local guide as you navigate council rooms, audience halls, and masterpieces by Veronese and Tintoretto.

Bridge Of Sighs

Pass by

Sightseeing & Photo Stop

Due to the religious nature of sites on this tour, all individuals (regardless of gender) must cover their shoulders and knees. It is acceptable to bring extra coverings to put on just before entering a holy site. Walks cannot be responsible for anyone denied entry.
All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.
Venice Express Option: Gondola is not included.
Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
8:30am tour is limited to 20 people and includes a lunch break on your own, while the 8:15am tour does not include a lunch break (shorter duration of 4 hours) and a maximum of 25 people in your group.
St. Mark’s Basilica can be subject to closures due to particular liturgical celebrations, especially during major religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas. In the event that the Basilica is closed, explanations will be provided from the outside.
Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

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Venice In a Day St Mark's Doges Palace Gondola Ride and City Tour

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Highlights

What's included

Itinerary

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Good to know

Location

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Destinations

Explore

Company

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Venice In a Day St Mark's Doges Palace Gondola Ride and City Tour

Overview

Highlights

What's included

Itinerary

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Good to know

Location

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