Venice Doge’s Palace & Basilica: The Legacy of the Roman Empire™

What is this tour about? Guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica from an ambassador’s perspective. Follow the ceremonial route once reserved for foreign envoys and discover how Venice proudly claimed its Eastern Roman legacy. Who are you during the visit? You are not just a visitor, but an ambassador, sharing the viewpoint of those who once represented empires before the Doge. What will you see? St. Mark’s Basilica with its golden mosaics, the Doge’s Palace halls of power, and the prisons with the Bridge of Sighs. How does the experience begin? With a short VR introduction showing St. Mark’s Square through the centuries. Can I upgrade the experience? Yes. Add a gondola ride and experience Venice as ambassadors once did, arriving by water. Doge’s Palace and Basilica: The Legacy of the Roman Empire™ © Venice Tours S.r.l. Licensed to City Tours Co. Ltd. All rights reserved.

Itinerary

What’s included

• Guided Tour to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
• Optional Gondola Experience™ (20-min intro with the Gondola Gallery and VR & 30-min gondola ride)
• Access to Museums in Saint Mark's Square (Correr & Archeological Museums and Marciana Library)
• History Gallery VR Experience of St. Mark's Square in the past
• Priority Ticket to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica

Not Included

• Hotel pickup & Drop Off
• Food & Drinks
• Access to St. Mark's Basilica Pala d'Oro, Terrace, and Museum
• Guided tour of Correr and National Archeological Museums, and Marciana Library

Additional Information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
• For security reasons, large bags and luggage are not permitted inside St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, or on the gondola.
• 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.
• Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of unexpected religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded)
• For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for guests with walking disabilities.
• In case of exceptionally high tide or extremely bad weather, parts of the tour may be canceled or rescheduled. If this occurs, an alternative tour or a new date may be offered.
• Access to the Basilica may be restricted during religious services.
• Each gondola accommodates a maximum of 5 passengers.
• Seating is assigned by the gondolier to ensure proper weight balance.
• The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
• 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.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
Any time before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

Important Information

Please carefully check the title and inclusions of the option booked, as not all options include all services.

• The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
• A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
• You are kindly requested to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure
• Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed the day after otherwise it will be refunded)
• For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
• For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Basilica and inside the Doges’ Palace.
• Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded).
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for guests with walking disabilities.
• Access to the Basilica may be restricted during religious services.
• Pala D'Oro, Terrace and Museum are not included
• During some days of high turnout or for other unforeseen reasons, the waiting time to access St. Mark's Basilica might be longer than expected

Gondola Option – Additional Information
• Each gondola accommodates a maximum of 5 passengers.
• Seating is assigned by the gondolier to ensure proper weight balance.
• The itinerary may be adjusted according to the tide.

Age Policy

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