Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

Highlights

• Doge's Palace & St. Mark's
• Hidden Venetian Corners
• Gondola Ride

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Piazza San Marco

   15min

   Your tour begins in St. Mark’s Square, Venice’s central public plaza. Meet your guide and learn about the history of this iconic piazza, home to St. Mark’s Basilica.

2. 2

   Basilica di San Marco

   30min

   Known as “The Church of Gold”, St. Mark’s Basilica’s elaborate design features gold mosaics and marble slabs. Use timed entry tickets and learn about the basilica’s storied history during a guided tour of the stunning Basilica.

3. 3

   Ponte di Rialto

   25min

   After your visit to the basilica your journey continues into the hidden back alleyways of Venice, guided by a knowledgeable local. Learn about the history and legends surrounding the Rialto Bridge, a magnificent architectural gem that spans the Grand Canal.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   30min

   Check off a bucket list item as you board a shared gondola with others from your group (max 5 guests). Drift through canals for 30 minutes and see the postcard views Venice is famous for.

5. 5

   Venice

   1h 30min

   Enjoy 1.5 hours to choose your own lunch nearby. Grab a quick panini or enjoy some cicchetti, and ask your guide for a few local recommendations.

6. 6

   Palazzo Ducale

   2h

   After lunch, explore the fascinating Doge's Palace with an expert guide and timed entry tickets. This Palace used to be the home of Venice's public administration. At the same time, it operated as a prison, where some of Venice's criminals saw their last days. Explore the fascinating artwork of the Doge's Palace, and get a glimpse of the famous Bridge of Sighs, the bridge that connects Doge's Palace to its prison.

Before you go

Location