Venice Skip the Line Ticket for St Mark Basilica Audio App
Skip the long lines and dive straight into the heart of Venice’s most iconic treasure—St. Mark’s Basilica. This ticket lets you bypass the crowds with priority entry, so you can explore the dazzling mosaics and stunning Byzantine architecture at your own pace using an easy-to-follow multilingual audio guide.
Upgrade your experience with exclusive access to the dazzling Pala d’Oro, a masterpiece studded with over 1,900 precious gems, or enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the terrace along with entry to the museum and Loggia dei Cavalli.
Perfect for independent travelers and art lovers alike, this flexible ticket offers skip-the-line convenience, insider insights, and unforgettable views—making it the ultimate way to experience Venice’s spiritual and artistic heart.
Options
Audio Guide & Basilica Ticket
Entry ticket with audio guide: This option includes priority access to the Basilica with an audioguide app.
Service with Host: Meet our friendly rep who'll assist with ticket redemption and escort you to St. Mark’s Basilica.
Duration: 20 minutes
Meeting point address: Piazzetta dei Leoncini, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy. Look for the small square with two lion statues.
What's included in Venice Skip the Line Ticket for St Mark Basilica Audio App
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Basilica di San Marco
Skip the long lines and step inside one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks—St. Mark’s Basilica. With your fast-track ticket and multilingual audio guide, explore the shimmering mosaics, golden domes, and rich Byzantine details at your own pace. This ticket grants access to the main basilica through the dedicated Porta San Pietro entrance, perfect for travelers who prefer a self-guided experience. Looking to enhance your visit? Choose the Pala d’Oro option to admire the stunning golden altarpiece, made of gold, silver, and over 1,900 precious stones. For the full experience, select the Terrace & Pala d’Oro ticket, which includes access to the museum, the Loggia dei Cavalli, and the panoramic terrace overlooking St. Mark’s Square and the Venice rooftops. Whether you want a quick yet meaningful visit or a deeper dive into Venice’s spiritual and artistic heart, there’s an option for you.
Inclusions
- Access only to St. Mark’s Basilica (Ticket: 10€ + 2€ Presale)
- St Mark's Basilica reservation fee (varies depending on the chosen option)
- Optional access to Basilica + Terrace + Pala D'Oro + Loggia dei Cavalli (Ticket: 30€ + 6€ Presale)
- Digital Audioguide
- The remaining fee covers organization, audioguide APP & the presence of a certified guide or host
- Under new rules in effect from July 1st, 2025, all participants must enter with their guide or host
- Skip-the-line access doesn’t exempt you from security checks. Wait times may rise during peak hours
- Optional access to Basilica with Pala D'oro (Ticket: 20€ + 4€ Presale)
- Headsets
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Live Guide
- The Basilica is an active place of worship and may close without notice for services or events
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is required to have the ID with you.
- A strict dress code is enforced: shoulders & knees must be covered to enter St. Mark’s Basilica
- The audio guide app needs a charged phone, 300 MB free space, headphones, & internet access.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
please note that we do not pick up customers. meet us at the meeting point.
Meeting / End Points
- Basilica di San Marco
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please meet us at Piazzetta dei Leoncini, located next to St. Mark's Basilica in Venice. Look for the small square with two lion statues, directly in front of the Giobagnara shop. Our friendly representatives will be waiting there, with a red flag, to assist you with check-in and accompany you to the basilica. We look forward to welcoming you!
