Venice: St Mark's Basilica After-Hours Tour with Optional Doge's Palace Discount Tickets

Overview

Enjoy the luxury of avoiding the crowds and explore St Mark’s Basilica on an after-hours tour. Include an optional visit to Doge's Palace (if selected at the time of booking). Inside St Mark’s Basilica, admire treasured mosaics and a Byzantine altarpiece, and then follow your guide into the crypt where St Mark himself is believed to rest. Upgrade for late access to the Doge’s Palace by selecting the upgrade option at time of booking. With this option learn about the Higher Council Hall, the Doge's apartments, and the Bridge of Sighs as you explore. Please note that there may be a break of up to 1 hour between your Doge’s Palace tour and your exclusive After Hour Visit, due to temporary earlier closing time at the Doge’s Palace. Your guide in this case will provide bar/restaurant recommendations

Meeting and Pickup

End Point

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Local English-speaking guide

Exclusive access ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (after closing)

St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco), St. Mark's Crypt and Pala d’Oro Altarpiece

Doge’s Palace, New Prisons and Bridge of Sighs (only if option with Doge Palace selected)

Expertly guided walking tour

Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square and Marciana Library (exterior views only)

Doge’s Palace tickets (only if option with Doge Palace purchased at time of booking) - €25

Exclusion

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

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

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.

If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.

This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.

Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.