• Piazza San Marco - The tour begins with an insightful historical overview of St. Mark’s Square and its architectural marvels. Participants will explore the history of the magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica, the renowned Doge’s Palace, once the center of power for the Republic of Venice, and the remarkable Renaissance clock tower.
• Campo Santa Maria Formosa - Departing from the square, the tour leads into the residential Castello area, showcasing the elegance of this part of Venice. Visitors will navigate through its maze of narrow alleys - “calli”, numerous bridges, winding canals, and expansive, picturesque squares - “campi”.

Expect to visit Campo Santa Maria Formosa, one of Venice’s largest squares, featuring its church named after the visitation of the Holy Virgin.

• Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo) - The tour also includes Campo Santi Giovanni and Paolo, where participants can admire the renowned church, the final resting place of several Doges, and the equestrian monument of Bartolomeo Colleoni, an Italian mercenary captain.
• Casa di Marco Polo - The itinerary also features the former residence of Marco Polo, arguably the most famous Venetian merchant, along with the Malibran Theatre.
• Basilica di San Marco - Upon returning to Saint Mark’s Square at 10:45 am, an official guide will offer a comprehensive tour of the Golden Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice. It is unique in Italy, celebrated for its lavish golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring.

This 2-hour and 30-minute combined tour concludes outside the Basilica, in Saint Mark’s Square.

• Guided walking tour covering Saint Mark’s Square and Castello
• Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary
• Admission to the upper floor of the Basilica
• Guided tour of Saint Mark’s Basilica
• Live tour commentary in English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian

• Food and drink,
• Hotel pickup and drop-off,
• Optional gratuities,
• Entrance fees
• Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor

Embark on a combined tour to explore Venice’s most significant historical sites and structures. This guided tour is split into two segments. Starting at 9:00 am from a central meeting location, a professional guide will lead participants through the iconic areas surrounding Saint Mark’s Square and Castello, lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes. Following this, at 10:45 am, the group will reconvene to explore the interiors of Saint Mark’s Basilica, delving into its Byzantine history and stunning mosaics.

• Check-in is 15 minutes prior to booked tour start time;
• Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica;
• Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica;
• This tour operates rain or shine;
• Tour maybe affected in the case of high tides;
• Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
• Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St. Mark’s Basilica.

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