• Piazza San Marco - Meet your guide at the column with a lion on the top
• Basilica di San Marco - skip the line entrance to the basilica, visit to the Pala Oro : the only example in the world of Gothic goldsmith’s work of considerable size that has remained intact, The Museum and The Marcian quadriga with the four horses which can be reached along the exhibition of a series of stone fragments and capitals from the late antique and mid-Byzantine era.
  The four horses, until 1977 on the loggia of the Basilica of San Marco, after restoration, were replaced by reproductions and admitted to the museum in 1982 for conservation reasons.
• Doge’s Palace - the former site of the Venetian government, and have a preferential entrance into the building. Here your professional guide will walk you through important institutional rooms of the Doge’s Palace, where you will see the masterpieces painted by Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese.
• Ponte dei Sospiri - Pass through the famous Sights bridge and learn why it was called like this

• Private tour
• Skip-the-line entrance to Doge’s Palace
• Guidance from a professional art historian
• Skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica, Pala d’Oro, Horses of Saint Mark, and the museum

• Gratuities
• Transportation to/from attractions
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

This guided tour includes visits to the key rooms within the Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica, including sites like the golden Pala Oro and the Museum with the Horses Loggia. The Doge’s quarters, the Bridge of Sights and the Prisons will also be part of the exploration and the artistry of Titian, Giorgione, and Tintoretto will be marveled at. The guide will also facilitate expedited entry into St Mark’s Basilica to marvel at its splendid architecture and mosaic work. The Pala d’Oro, positioned behind the main altar, is a unique example of large Gothic jewellery that is still in its original condition. The Museum provides the opportunity to observe the opulence of the works of Flemish and Medicean tapestry whilst the Horses Loggia is the final stop on the museum tour. Up until 1977, this was the location of the Basilica of San Marco but was replaced following restoration work and transferred to the museum in 1982 due to necessity for preservation.

• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• Child under 18 old must provide valid ID to have reduced price to museums
• Food and drinks are not allowed in the museums or churches
• It is forbidden to enter the Basilica with luggage, backpacks or voluminous bags.
• 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.