Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doge’s Palace St. Mark’s
Embark on a captivating journey through Venice's captivating history with a leading Art Expert Guide. Explore the political and religious hubs of the city - St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
Delve into the religious power of Venice with an exclusive St. Mark's Basilica tour, offering skip-the-line access. A seasoned history guide provides insights into the basilica's rich history.
The tour's pinnacle is an exclusive visit to the Doge's Palace, the political core of Venice.Marvel at masterpieces by artists like Titian, Tiepolo, Tintoretto, and Veronese, adorning palace walls.
Explore the courtyard and private spaces of the Doge's Palace for a glimpse into its fascinating history. Cross the iconic Bridge of Sighs, learning its captivating story.
Immerse yourself in Venice's art and history, a must for enthusiasts. Enrich your visit with a highly specialized licensed history guide for an unparalleled exploration of Venice's captivating heritage.
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Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doge’s Palace St. Mark’s
What's included in Venetian Splendor Walk Gondola Doge’s Palace St. Mark’s
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St. Mark's Basilica
The Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, commonly known as St Mark's Basilica, is the cathedral church of the Patriarchate of Venice; it became the episcopal seat of the Patriarch of Venice in 1807, replacing the earlier cathedral of San Pietro di Castello. It is dedicated to and holds the relics of Saint Mark the Evangelist, the patron saint of the city.
Piazza San Marco
Piazza San Marco, often known in English as St Mark's Square, is the principal public square of Venice, Italy, where it is generally known just as la Piazza . Almost all the other urban spaces in the city (except the Piazzetta and the Piazzale Roma) are called campi. The Piazzetta is an extension of the Piazza towards San Marco basin in its southeast corner. The two spaces together form the social, religious and political centre of Venice and are referred to together. This article relates to both of them.
Doge's Palace
The Doge's Palace is a palace built in Venetian Gothic style, and one of the main landmarks of the city of Venice in northern Italy. The palace was the residence of the Doge of Venice, the supreme authority of the former Republic of Venice. It was built in 1340 and extended and modified in the following centuries. It became a museum in 1923 and is one of the 11 museums run by the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia
Inclusions
- Walking tour lead by a licensed English-speaking guide
- 30-minute gondola adventure through the enchanting and unconventional canals of Venice
- Guided visit of the Doge’s Palace
- Exclusive skip the line entrance to St Mark’s Basilica and terraces
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tips
- Please note that pets are not allowed on our tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The traveling from one place to another is already included on the total duration of the product.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Join our tour by meeting our guide at St. Mark's Square. Locate our tour leader beneath the lion-topped column, right in front of the Doge's Palace, and keep an eye out for the Towns of Italy logo. Ensure you reach the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour departure