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Guided Tour of St. Marks Basilica with Priority Entry
- Get priority entry with a special lane to the St. Mark's Basilica.
- Your expert tour guide will narrate stories and legends about the church, highlighting its rich history.
- The tour begins on the ground floor and takes you to the St. Mark’s Museum.
Inclusions
- Entrance to the Basilica.
- Visit to the Basilica's terrace and St. Mark's Museum.
- Shared guided tour with commentary.
- Audio guide (in case the tour group exceeds 10 participants).
- This tour will not be operational in case of exceptionally high tide or in case of religious functions (in both these cases the visit can be postponed or a refund will be provided).
- On festivity days, the Holy Mass takes place on the ground floor, and it is possible to view the mosaics partially from the first floor.
- This is not a private tour and is to be shared with other guests not belonging to the same part.
- If there is a high turnout or for reasons of high tide or security problems, the waiting time to access St. Mark’s Basilica may be slightly longer than expected. In such cases, please do line up and respect the instructions provided by the guide.
- Due to security reasons, you cannot enter the Basilica with luggage or big bags.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Skip-the-Line Tickets to St. Mark's Basilica with Audio Guide
- Bypass queues and explore the ground floor of the stunning St. Mark’s Basilica of Piazza San Marco.
- Make this self-guided visit more fruitful with an in-depth audio guide available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German.
- Admire the colorful exterior façade with its arches, turrets, mosaics, and statues.
- Wander within and soak in the marble interiors, the vivid ceiling mosaics of Biblical scenes, and the gold tiles that create a unique shining effect.
Inclusions
- Reserved entry ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (ground floor only)
- Audio guide (in the language of your choice) to download onto your phone
- Digital map of the Basilica
- Guidebook of St. Mark's Basilica (1 book per booking)
Exclusions
- Live guide
- Smartphone
- Headsets
- Transport and transfers
- Access to Pala d'Oro
- Access to St. Mark's Museum
- Please note this ticket includes access to the ground floor of the Basilica only.
- You will be required to pay on the spot for collateral Pala D'Oro (€5) & St. Mark's Museum (€7).
- Strict Dress Code: Please avoid wearing shorts, tank tops, or revealing clothing.
- Please arrive at the timeslot selected in order to not lose your booking.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Venice Icons Tour: Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica with Priority Entry
- Tour the top attractions of Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica with an expert tour guide.
- Get priority entry at both attractions and tours available in English, German, Spanish, and French.
- With this ticket, explore other museums around St Mark's Square – from Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale, the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, and more.
Inclusions
- Expert tour guide (English/German/French/Spanish)
- Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace
- Skip-the-line entry into Doge’s Palace & Basilica
- Audio receiver device (for tour groups over 10 guests)
- Tip: It is recommended that customers who are not familiar with Venice give themselves ample time to find the meeting points.
- This tour will not be operational in case of exceptionally high tide or in case of religious functions (in both these cases the visit can be postponed or a refund will be provided).
- This is not a private tour and is to be shared with other guests.
- If there is a high turnout or security problems, the waiting time to access St. Mark’s Basilica may be longer than expected. In such cases, please line up and respect the instructions provided by the guide.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Venetiana: 24/48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour of Venice
- Discover the best of Venice, Murano, Burano, and Torcello islands with seamless hop-on hop-off boat transfers with your 24/48-hour HOHO pass.
- Enjoy 2 scenic routes, and get on and off unlimited times, along the islands with nearly 120 iconic landmarks spotted along the way.
- Your ticket also includes a free glass-making workshop in Murano.
- The eco-boat is equipped with an audio guide available in 5 languages, curated with intriguing tales from local authors.
- Some of the popular spots along the route include the Crooked Bell Tower, the Church of Santa Fosca, and the Church of Santi Maria and Donato.
Inclusions
- 24/48-hour unlimited HOHO pass
- Audio guide in 5 languages
- Glass-making show in Murano
Exclusions
- Entry to landmarks
- Hotel transfers
From 4 November 2023 to 28 March 2024
Line A
- First boat: 9:45am from Santa Lucia
- Last boat: 5:40pm from Tronchetto
- Frequency: Approx every 1 hour
- Popular stops: St. Mark’s Square, San Giorgio Basilica, Biennale Gardens
Line B
- First boat: 10:45am from Murano
- Last boat: 4:50pm from Murano
- Frequency: Approx every 1 hour
- Popular stops: St. Mark’s Square, Coast of Cavallino Treporti, Vignole vineyards.
From 29 March 2024 to 3 November 2024
Line A
- First boat: 9:20am from Santa Lucia
- Last boat: 7:30pm from Tronchetto
- Frequency: Approx every 1 hour
- Popular stops: St. Mark’s Square, San Giorgio Basilica, Biennale Gardens
Line B
- First boat: 9:45am from Punta Sabbioni
- Last boat: 6pm from Murano
- Frequency: Approx every 1 hour
- Popular stops: St. Mark’s Square, Coast of Cavallino Treporti, Vignole vineyards.
Please click here for a detailed Line A and Line B map and its boarding points from November 4 2023 to 28 March 2024.
Please click here for a detailed Line A and Line B map and its boarding points from 29 March 2024 to November 3 2024.
- Tip: Try finding the 2 lovers streetlamps in Murano as legend has it that anyone who finds these will be lucky in love for an entire year.
- The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German and can be downloaded on both iOS and Android devices.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Day Tour with Glass Factory Visit
- An all-day tour to see the best of the Venetian Lagoon aboard fully-equipped motorboats that will take you from island to island.
- Upgrade your tickets to get round-trip transfers from St. Mark's Basilica or Santa Lucia train station, and a multilingual guided tour.
- Your first stop is at Murano, an island known for its unique glass factory and stunning Basilica of Santi Maria e Donato.
- Next up, prepare yourself for the “rainbow island” of Burano which is also known for its rare artisan lace.
- Finally, get off at Torcello to admire historically rich buildings like the Santa Maria Assunta.
Inclusions
- Motorboat to and from Venice
- Visit to glass factory in Murano
- Multilingual assistance
- English, Spanish, French, German, & Italian-speaking guide
- Free WiFi
- Round-trip shuttle transfers from St. Mark's/Santa Lucia train station (optional)
- As it is a shared tour, there are no refunds for no-shows or late arrivals.
- The tour will carry on despite the rain.
- An important thing to note is that the tour is not a guided tour. However, there will be multilingual assistance and relevant explanations will be provided.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Murano & Burano Islands Day Tour with Glass Factory Visit
- Hop on a boat and sail across the beautiful islands of Venice! Take a day trip across the lagoon to Burano and Murano islands on this full-day trip from Venice.
- Choose between a half-day afternoon guided tour, a round-trip shuttle transport from St. Mark's Basilica or Venice's Santa Lucia train station.
- Witness expert master glass blowers at work at the Murano Island glass factory.
- Enjoy the beauty of the Venetian Lagoon as you ride a boat along the Venetian Lagoon and marvel at the colorful houses.
- Walk the colorful streets of Burano, learn about the history of glass making, and admire the beautiful houses that line the canals with a guide.
Inclusions
- Half-day afternoon guided tour of Murano & Burano (optional)
- 4-hour tour of the islands (optional)
- Multilingual guide
- Murano glass factory visit with a demonstration of glass processing
- Boat transfer between the islands
- Free time on the islands
- Free WiFi onboard
- Round-trip transfers from St. Mark's Basilica/Venice train station (depending on option selected)
- Tip: Even though it is not famous as the leaning tower of Pisa the leaning bell tower is worth visiting anytime you visit Burano.
- The tour is conducted in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 6 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
A Venetian Experience: Guided Walking tour
- Journey through the heart of Venice on this spirited walking tour to uncover the historical and cultural curiosities of this city.
- Be warned that this is not your average tourist route. You'll be privy to hidden corners, wide-open squares, and intriguing streets along the way.
- Get a guided tour in a language of your choice that will teach you all about Venice's engaging history, culture, architecture, art, secrets, legends, and more.
- As you walk through popular squares and past iconic landmarks, don't forget to pull out your cameras for digital memories.
- Notice the Palazzo Ducale, The St.Mark'S Basilica, Bridge of Sighs, Bridge of Sighs, Campo Santa Maria Formosa, the Basilica di San Giovanni e Paolo, and more.
- You'll even cross the Rialto Bridge onto the other side where the main Rialto area, filled with traditional markets and archaic churches await!
Inclusions
- English-speaking guide (optional)
- French-speaking guide (optional)
- Italian-speaking guide (optional)
- Spanish-speaking guide (optional)
- German-speaking guide (optional)
- Walking tour of Venice's historical center
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Food & drinks
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- English Guided Tour
- French Guided Tour
- Italian Guided Tour
- Spanish Guided Tour
- German Guided Tour
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Venice Walking Tour & Grand Canal Gondola Ride
- Explore the 'City of Bridges' like a true local, complete with a guided walking tour and a 30-minute gondola ride.
- Follow an experienced local guide and see the prominent Venetian landmarks, including Basilica San Marco, Piazzetta dei Leoncini, Clock Tower, and Procuratie Vecchie.
- Admire the stunning facade of Santa Maria Formosa, a Renaissance-style church, and see the house of the famed explorer-merchant Marco Polo.
- Enjoy a walk through the shopping district of Mercerie on your way to San Marco, where you will embark on your gondola ride (without commentary).
- Sit back and admire landmarks that were not covered in the walking tour, such as Desdemona’s House, Mozart’s House, and the iconic La Fenice Theatre.
- Catch a panoramic view of St. Giorgio’s Island, the Bell Tower of Saint Mark’s, and Doge’s palace as you pass in front of the Salute Church.
- Note: The optional demonstration can last longer than the scheduled time. We recommend not participating if you have any other reservations scheduled on the same day.
Inclusions
- Guided walking tour (English, Spanish, German, French, or Italian)
- 30-minute gondola ride without commentary
- Audio devices for groups with over 10 people
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- English Guided Tour
- German Guided Tour
- French Guided Tour
- Spanish Guided Tour
- Italian Guided Tour
- Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 6 people. Your seat on the gondola will be chosen by the gondolier based on weight. This is not a private gondola ride and the gondola will be shared with other members of your tour.
- We recommend that you wear comfortable walking shoes for this tour.
- This tour is not recommended for wheelchair users or those with walking disabilities.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Walking Food Tour of Venice with Sightseeing
- Immerse yourself in the architectural splendor of Venice while indulging in delectable specialties on a food walking tour of Venice.
- Get your fill of regional meats, cheeses, & vegetables with bite-sized ‘Cicchetti’, paired with a carefully crafted selection of Spritz.
- Along with a multilingual guide, learn about San Bartolomeo, renowned for the Marco Polo House.
- Visit Rialto market and sample regional wines, cheeses, cakes, and Buranelli cookies.
- Admire the stunning Basilica Dei Frari, a gothic church featuring masterpieces of Renaissance artists such as Titian, Bellini, and Tintoretto.
Inclusions
- 2.5-hr small-group tour
- Multilingual expert guide
- Food tasting
- A glass of Venetian Spritz
Exclusions
- Additional drinks
- Tip: Don't miss out on the traditional melody of gondoliers that adds to the romantic atmosphere of the boat-lined canals in Venice.
- The legal drinking age in Italy is 18 years old.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Embark upon a guided tour of the Palazzo Ducale or the Doge's Palace, and marvel at the many treasures it holds, both artistic and architectural.
- Skip-the-line entry ensures you won't have to waste your time waiting in long ticketing queues and can head right in.
- An expert tour guide in the language of your choice will help you navigate your way through the stunning palace.
- After your tour, you may tour the 3 museums in St. Mark's Square on your own (the Museo Correr, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana).
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry
- Access to St. Mark's 3 museums
- The guided tour is available in English, Spanish, French, German or Italian.
- The experience is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues.
- For security reasons suitcases, backpacks or large bags are not allowed inside Doge's Palace. Prior to your visit, you must deposit them at the Ateneo San Basso (St. Mark’s Square- Calle san Basso). The storage service is free of charge, but please allow sufficient time for you to do so!
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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