Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride
If you want to make sure you cover the highlights of Venice, this full day tour is your best choice. If you’re only spending a few days in Venice, covering the best attractions in a single day is a smart idea. That way, you can spend the remainder of your time in Venice sipping Prosecco by the canals. This tour includes stops at St Mark’s Basilica and Square, the Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace (including Casanova’s prison cell), a half hour gondola ride and plenty of hidden gems along the way. A lunch break is scheduled into the tour - we would never let you go hungry in Italy!
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Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy
Meet our Guide
Your Venice in a Day Tour begins in St. Mark’s Square, Venice’s central public plaza. Your guide will teach you the history of this iconic piazza, home to St. Mark’s Basilica.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, San Marco, 328, 30124 Venice Italy
Guided Tour of St Marks Basilica
Known as “The Church of Gold”, St. Mark’s Basilica’s elaborate design features gold mosaics and marble slabs. Skip the line during the busy summer months and learn about the basilica’s storied history during a guided tour of the stunning Basilica.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ponte di Rialto, Ruga degli Orefici (Rialto) San Polo, 30125 Venice Italy
Rialto Bridge & Neighborhood
After your visit to the basilica your journey continues into the hidden back alleyways of Venice, guided by a knowledgeable local.
You'll Immerse yourself in the history and legends surrounding the iconic Rialto Bridge, a magnificent architectural gem that spans the Grand Canal. As you cross this historic bridge, you'll venture into the bustling Rialto neighborhood, brimming with charm and character.
Learn fascinating anecdotes and tales about the bridge's significance while taking in the enchanting ambiance of this popular district.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Grand Canal, 30100 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
30 Minute Gondola Ride
When experiencing Venice, you absolutely must ride a gondola. We’ve included this experience in our Venice in a Day tour. As the first part of the tour concludes, your tour guide will bring you to a trusted Venice gondolier who will take you on a scenic cruise down Venice’s beautiful canals. After experiencing this bucket list moment, you’ll break for lunch.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Venice, Venice, Veneto
Free time for Lunch
Following your enchanting Gondola Ride, take a moment to bask in the magic of this unforgettable experience. Allow the memories of gliding through the Venetian canals to synchronize within you as you enjoy a leisurely period of free time for a delightful lunch.
Stop At: Doge's Palace, Piazza San Marco, 1, 30124 Venice Italy
Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace
After lunch, explore the fascinating Doge's Palace, or "Duke's Palace." This Palace used to be the home of Venice's public administration. At the same time, it operated as a prison, where some of Venice's criminals saw their last days.
Explore the fascinating artwork of the Doge's Palace, and get a glimpse of the famous Bridge of Sighs, the bridge that connects Doge's Palace to its prison.
Even though your tour will conclude after visiting the Doges Palace, your guide will be happy to advise on how to get back to your accommodation, or perhaps advice where to enjoy some local food & a spritz!
Duration: 2 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Since we will be entering a church, please make sure that your shoulders and knees are covered. Also, please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not always allowed inside."
"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"
"We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
09:30 AM
Duração: 6 Hours
Ponto de partida: St. Mark's Square, Piazza San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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