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Best of Venice Walk with Skip-the-Line St. Mark's Basilica
Small Group Best of Venice Tour with Skip the line St Mark's Basilica
Best of Venice Walk with Skip-the-Line St. Mark's Basilica
Small Group Best of Venice Tour with Skip the line St Mark's Basilica

Small Group Best of Venice Tour with Skip the line St Mark's Basilica

By Avventure Bellissime
9.4 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $51 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Skip the line
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Small group Tour led by Local English speaking guide
  • Visit St. Mark's Basilica with skip the line tickets
  • Explore the Hidden Venice and Castello district
  • See St. Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square and its monuments
  • Small Group Venice Tour of 20 people or fewer

Activity location

  • Royal Gardens , Giardini ex Reali
    • Giardini Ex Reali
    • 30124, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Entrance to the Royal Gardens, water front St. Mark's Square
    • Royal Gardens Piazza San Marco
    • 30124, Venice, Veneto, Italy

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Venice Walking tour with skip the line St. Mark's basilica
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Skip the line at St Mark’s Basilica and explore St Mark’s Square and lesser-known Venice on this 2-hour walking tour. Stroll around St Mark’s Square as your guide explains its buildings and Venice’s history as a major maritime power during medieval times. Bypass the queues at St Mark’s Basilica to ogle its incredible interior and delve into the quieter, less-visited side of Hidden Venice. Walk along small canals past palaces, squares and bridges and learn about daily life in the city past and present.

Language options: English
Starting time: 2:30pm
Price details
$50.54 x 1 Adult$50.54
Total
Price is $50.54
Until Mon, May 12

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLicensed expert English-speaking Venice tour guide for 2 hours
  • What's includedWhat's includedSkip-the-line tickets to St. Mark's Basilica
  • What's includedWhat's includedComplimentary headsets (with at least 8 people in the group)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedMeals and beverages
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedhotel pick up and drop off

Know before you book

  • At certain times it may not be possible to enter to St Mark's Basilica due to religious functions taking place. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued
  • When St Mark’s Basilica is open with high water, skip the line tickets will not be accepted as all visitors have only 1 door open to get in the church.
  • In case the church is unexpectedly closed without any prior notice the tour will operate with the guide providing the explanation from outside the Basilica
  • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance to St Mark's Basilica is available from April to October due to high number of visitors. (St Mark’s Basilica does not offer a fast entry service to anyone in other periods considered off peak season)
  • This tour is of a historical area and is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities. However, please contact us directly and we will be able to take you on alternative routes suitable for you.
  • Tour operates with min 8 participants - Max 20 people per guide
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. Please check your e-mail for any updates from the tour supplier
  • Tour operates rain or shine

What you can expect

We'll start our tour at the entrance to the Royal Gardens on the waterfront of St. Mark's Square, where you'll meet our expert guides. Then we’ll visit St. Mark's Basilica, which is one of the most popular tourist spots in the city. With our skip-the-line tickets, you'll be able to avoid the crowds and enjoy an in-depth St. Mark's Basilica tour.

St. Mark's Basilica is a stunning example of Byzantine architecture, and it's considered one of the most important landmarks in Venice. Our guides will take you through the Basilica, pointing out the beautiful mosaics and the unique architecture. You'll learn about the history of the Basilica, and how it was built over a period of several centuries.

After the visit to St. Mark's Basilica, we'll continue our tour of Venice with a visit to other famous landmarks in the area. You'll see the former basilica and Doge's Palace here, which was the seat of power in Venice for centuries. You'll also see the Bridge of Sighs, which connects the basilica and doge's Palace to the prison.

This iconic bridge is renowned for being one of the most romantic spots in Venice!
Next, we'll visit the Bell Tower and the Clock Tower, two other iconic landmarks in the area. Our knowledgeable guides will narrate the history of these landmarks, making the tour both informative and interesting.

Second Part of the Tour:
After exploring the surrounding landmarks, we'll head towards Hidden Venice. This is where the tour really starts to get interesting, as you'll be able to discover and explore the lesser-known areas of Venice that are often overlooked by tourists.

As we explore the Hidden Venice, you'll be able to see some of the city's most beautiful canals and bridges. We'll visit the Rialto Bridge, which is one of the most iconic landmarks in Venice. You'll also be able to explore some of the city's hidden gems, such as the lesser-known squares and alleyways.

Our tour is designed to give you a comprehensive overview of Venice, from its most famous landmarks to its hidden gems. Our local guides will provide you with a local guide and a wealth of information about the city, its history, and its culture.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESRoyal Gardens , Giardini ex Reali
    • Giardini Ex Reali
    • 30124, Venezia, Veneto, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEEntrance to the Royal Gardens, water front St. Mark's Square
    • Royal Gardens Piazza San Marco
    • 30124, Venice, Veneto, Italy