Skip-the-Line St. Mark’s Basilica: Guided Tour in Venice Discount Tickets

Overview

Discover one of the world’s most majestic cathedrals, a true masterpiece of Byzantine art in the heart of Venice. An official guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding St Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptuous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. During the tour you will be able to absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica. The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

The tickets for the Basilica allow you to visit (within 6 months) the following sites:

S.Luca, S. Maria del Giglio, S. Maria del Rosario vulgo Gesuati, S. Maria Formosa

Skip the line entrance and guided tour to the Saint Marks Basilica

Pinacoteca Manfrediniana, Madonna dell'orto - S. Alvise, S. Andrea de la Zirada, S. Antonin

S. Giovanni in Bragora, S. Marcuola, S. Maria dei Miracoli, S. Maria del Carmelo vulgo Carmini

Live tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish or German

Pre-reserved tickets for St. Mark's Basilica (€12)

Santuario di Lucia - SS. Redentore, The Human Safety Net

S. Simeon Piccolo, S. Sofia, S. Stae, S. Stefano, S. Trovaso

Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary

Professional local guide

S. Beneto, S. Fantin, S. Felice, S. Giacomo dell’Orio, S. Giobbe, S. Giovanni elemosinario

S. Martino di Castello, S. Marziale, S. Pietro di Castello, S. Polo, S. Samuele, S. Sebastiano

Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta (Torcello), Sacrestia della Basilica della Salute

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Hotel pick up and drop off

Entrance fees

Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor

Cancellation Policy

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 3+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 3 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Check-in is 15 minutes before the tour start time

Backpacks and large bags are not allowed inside the church

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

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

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.