St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

Itinerary

What’s included

• Timed entry ticket and guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica (valued at €12 per person)
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Timed entry ticket and guided tour of Doge’s Palace
• 30-minute gondola ride (max 5 people shared experience)

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Guide tips

Additional Information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter St. Mark’s Basilica; entry may be refused otherwise. Please avoid wearing sandals, hats, shorts, skirts, or tops that expose your shoulders.
• A valid government-issued ID is required for entrance to St. Mark's Basilica. The name on your ticket (entered at check-out) must match the name on your ID, or you may be refused entry.
• Your gondola ride is a shared experience, with each boat accommodating up to five guests. A professional gondolier will operate the boat, but please note that this portion of the tour is not guided. The ride lasts approximately 25 to 30 minutes, including the time needed to board and disembark.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

• Check your selected option at the top of your voucher to see what is included in your tour. If you have any questions or would like to change or upgrade your option, please contact us in advance.
• Half-Day Options: Includes guided entry to St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, and a shared gondola ride.
• Full-Day Options: Includes guided entry to St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, a Rialto Bridge walking tour, a shared gondola ride, and free time for lunch (meal at own expense).
• Entrance into any religious site requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. Not respecting the dress code may lead to disqualification from the tour
• Large bags, backpacks, luggage, tripods, and glass bottles cannot be brought inside. There is no coat check or space on-site to leave your belongings
• Please read the meeting point directions thoroughly in advance. It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded
• Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well
• Your gondola ride is a shared experience, with each boat accommodating up to five guests. A professional gondolier will operate the boat, but please note that this portion of the tour is not guided. The ride lasts approximately 25 to 30 minutes, including the time needed to board and disembark.
• On specific dates, most day visitors to Venice will need to pay a €5 access fee. For details, including exemptions and applicable dates, visit: https://cda.ve.it

Age Policy

Child: 0–5 years · Youth: 6–14 years · Adult: 15–99 years