Skip the line Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Walking Tour in Venice

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Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy

An official guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint 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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, San Marco 328, 30124 Venice Italy

During the tour you will be able to sit down in the church and 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 includes the visit of the famous Pala d’Oro -an altarpiece made of gold and silver, and an exquisite example of Byzantine art with a myriad of gems and precious stones.

The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.

Duration: 40 minutes

Included
  • Local guide in English, Frenche, German, Italian and Spanish
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines (summer)
  • Entrance fee
  • Entry/Admission - Basilica di San Marco
  • Guaranteed to skip the lines
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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 very few occasions the Basilica may be closed due to high water, the tour will not be cancelled but the explanation of the Basilica will take place from the outside
  • From the 1st of November to the 31st of March there is no skip-the-line entrance to the Basilica.
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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