Private 4hrs Venice Tour: Doge's Palace, Grand Canal & St Mark's
Experience the highlights of Venice on this exclusive 4-hour private tour, featuring the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, and a stroll through the enchanting hidden Venice (all skip-the-line tickets included)! Enjoy a private boat ride along the Grand Canal and through smaller, picturesque canals to discover a more intimate and romantic side of Venice
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What's included in Private 4hrs Venice Tour: Doge's Palace, Grand Canal & St Mark's
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Doge's Palace
Enjoy a 2 hrs in depht tour of the Doges Palace and visit the famous Prisons.
Piazza San Marco
During the 2 hrs walking tour of Best of Venice, spend time in St Marks' Square to learn about its famous monuments and the history of Venice.
Basilica di San Marco
Enjoy a tour of the interior of St Mark's Basilica led by one of our highly qualified English-speaking guides .Skip the line tickets included.
Inclusions
- Radio Headsets for the walking tours when the group has more than 6 participants
- Local English-speaking Professional guide for 4 hrs
- Guaranteed skip-the-line tickets to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
- Grand Canal boat tour by motor-launch (1-hour)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- Large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside St Mark's Basilica
- At certain times it may not be possible to enter any of the visited churches due to religious functions taking place. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued. Guides will provide explanation from outside.
- In case of high water, St Mark’s Basilica Skip the line entrance will remain closed
- Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance to St Mark's Basilica is compulsory from April to October due to high number of visitors. St Mark’s Basilica does not offer a fast entry service to anyone in other periods considered off peak season. No refund is due when skip-the-line reservation isn't required.
- 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:
- Visits to St Mark's Basilica may be subject to restrictions. Depending on the situation on the day of the tour the itinerary may be amended to offer you the best experience possible.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Entrance to the Royal Gardens , on the waterfront of St Mark's Square - You'll meet Avventure Bellissime tour coordinator outside the gardens , in front of the wrought iron Gate holding a sign with the name of the tour and Avventure Bellissime logo written on it .
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Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • A dress code is required to enter places of worships and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. This dress code is strictly enforced and you will risk refused entry if you fail to comply with requirements • Large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside St Mark's Basilica • Occasionally, St Mark's Basilica will be closed to the public (without prior notice) because of religious festivities, functions or high water. These closures are beyond our control so no refunds or discounts will be issued. Guides will provide explanation from outside. • Please note: Avventure Bellissime opening hours are Mon to Sat 8.30am - 5.30pm April to mid October. Other months: 9am - 5pm Mon to Fri, 9am - 3pm Sat, public holidays closed. When the office is closed and in case of emergencies, you can contact the following number: +39 340 0502444 (from 7am until 9am and from 5:30pm until 8pm) • Skip the line tickets to St Mark’s basilica are included