Best of Venice Private Tour: St. Mark's, Doge's Palace & Exclusive Gondola Ride

Highlights

• Private Gondola Ride
• Doge's Palace & Prisons
• St. Mark's Basilica

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Piazza San Marco

   15min

   Your experience of Venice begins in the iconic St Mark's square where you will also meet your guide.

2. 2

   Basilica di San Marco

   1h

   Next, skip the long lines and enter this beautiful and ornate basilica as your guide provides you with anecdotes of its history. An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.

3. 3

   Palazzo Ducale

   2h 30min

   Next make your way to the Doge's Palace again with VIP entry, the political center of Venice. Your expert guide will share the secrets of the private hidden apartments, and you will see impressive halls such as the Hall of Great Council. The tour takes a more sinister turn as you visit the prison, as well as an extensive private weapons collection. Upon exiting, you will stop at the notorious Bridge of Sighs. After this visit, your guide will provide you with some great recommendations to stop to eat and have refreshments before continuing on your tour. The rest of the day will be spent on foot exploring the narrow winding streets to unexpected squares and bridges. Visit the Rialto bridge and see Marco Polo's house before stopping in Campo Santa Maria Formosa for your private gondola ride.

4. 4

   Campo Santa Maria Formosa

   30min

   Your guide will escort you to your very own private gondola ride - the best way to complete a day in Venice! They will ensure you will have everything you need before embarking on a relaxing journey through the canals on your gondola.

Before you go

Location