Experience the vibrant heart of Venice on a tour of St. Mark’s Square and Bell Tower. Discover the secrets of St. Mark’s Basilica and enjoy breathtaking views from the Bell Tower. Optional private transport and visit to the Doge’s Palace available.
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Hotel Savoia & Jolanda - Meet your guide in front of the entrance to Hotel Savoia & Jolanda, Riva degli Schiavoni, 4187, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
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St. Mark’s Square - Book a 2-hour tour of St. Mark’s Square and Bell Tower with a Licensed Private Guide. Discover one of the most photographed places in the world with its beautiful Venetian-Gothic architecture and amazing views of the Grand Canal and San Giorgio Maggiore island. Did you know that Napoleon once described St. Mark’s Square as the “drawing room of Europe”? After so many years, this World Heritage Site is still one of the most visited places in all of Italy.
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Procuratie Vecchie - Immerse yourself in Venice’s history and legends as you admire the majestic facade of the Doge’s Palace. Take a closer look at the stunning mosaics, statues and Byzantine features of St. Mark’s Basilica (exterior only), and learn about the race to save this Gothic cathedral from flooding during the Acqua Alta (“high water”). See the beautiful Procuratie Vecchie, Museo Correr, the unique Astrological Clock of Torre dell’Orologio, and more. Take a lift to the viewing terrace of St. Mark’s Bell Tower and marvel at the best view over the Old Town and the Venetian Lagoon. Entrance tickets are included. Come and fall in love with Venice!
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Doge’s Palace - Choose the 4-hour option to see highlights of St. Mark’s Square, admire views from the top of St. Mark’s Bell Tower, and visit the majestic Doge’s Palace with skip-the-line tickets. This is your chance to discover the treasures hidden inside the luxurious apartments of the Doges of Venice, admire the view from the Bridge of Sighs, and find out how easy it was to be arrested and locked in the palace prison. It’s a must-do in Venice!
- Personalized experience with tips on local restaurants, cafes, and other points of interest
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Doge’s Palace (4-hour tour only)
- Regular tickets to St. Mark’s Bell Tower
- Private Walking Tour of St. Mark’s Square with St. Mark’s Bell Tower and the Doge’s Palace
- 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in the language of your choice
- Number of attractions depends on the selected option
- Tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Doge’s Palace (in 2-hour tour)
Experience the lively pulse of St. Mark’s Square and unlock the mysteries of the renowned St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice. Soak in the panorama of the Old City and the Venetian Lagoon from the Bell Tower. Premium offering: private transport and a visit to the Doge’s Palace.
Select from our exquisite tour offerings designed to suit your preferences and curiosities:
2-hour: St. Mark’s Square & Bell Tower
With this offering, you get a guided exploration of St. Mark’s Square and fast-track tickets to the Bell Tower. Take a tour of St. Mark’s Basilica, Astrological Clock, and the Doge’s Palace (external view only).
4-hour: St. Mark’s Square, Bell Tower & Doge’s Palace
This package includes a guided exploration of St. Mark’s Square and fast-track tickets to both the Bell Tower and the Doge’s Palace. Visit St. Mark’s Basilica (external tour only).
Serving as Venice’s main public square, Piazza San Marco houses several of its most key landmarks. This private tour will shed light on imperative facts and well-guarded secrets of Venice’s Old Town.
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Tickets to the Doge’s Palace are not included in the 2-hour tour.
- Skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark’s Campanile (Bell Tower) include on-time entry and lift access to the viewing terrace. Tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica are not included in this tour.
- In the event of adverse weather conditions (fog, strong wind, intense cold), the Bell Tower will be closed.
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Doge’s Palace allow you to bypass long queues and save time as you will have a pre-booked time slot for entry. You may have to wait in line for ticket validation and security checks with those in your time slot. Headsets will be provided for groups larger than 10 inside the palace
- Due to guiding rules, we will have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 20 guests. If there are 21-40 people in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
