Venice Saint Mark's Basilica and gondola tour in the morning
Your combined tour starts at 10.45 am, with the guided visit to the Saint Mark's Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, and the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. 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 second part of the tour starts at 3.00 pm Meet the assistant in front of the St Marks post office in calle larga ascensione and you will be assisted in boarding the Gondola, one of the most recognized symbols of Venice - up to 5 people per Gondola - at the landing stage of San Moisè. Experience how the locals were transported by these beautiful black, elegant rowing boats, throughout history.
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English Tour
English Tour: Saint Mark's Basilica from 10.45 am to 11.45 am Gondola tour from 3.00 pm to 3.30 pm Show your voucher twice!
What's included in Venice Saint Mark's Basilica and gondola tour in the morning
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
Meet the assistant and collect your headset, then follow your guide in Saint Mark's square for a short introduction of the city of Venice.
Basilica di San Marco
Your combined tour starts at 10.45 am, meet your guide in Saint Mark’s Square, and from here you will be accompanied to the Saint Mark's Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, and the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. 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.Visit Saint Mark's Basilica first floor museum and see the famous horses and admire Saint Mark's Square from the Basilica's terrace.
The second part of the tour starts at 3.00 pm Meet the assistant in front of the St Marks post office in calle larga ascensione and you will be assisted in boarding the Gondola, one of the most recognized symbols of Venice - up to 5 people per Gondola - at the landing stage of San Moisè. Experience how the locals were transported by these beautiful black, elegant rowing boats, throughout history. This is an experience that you must not miss!
Inclusions
- Entrance fees
- Shared gondola ride
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Professional guide in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian
- Gratuities
- The Gondola Ride is not guided
- Pick up and drop off
- Food or drinks
- Pala d'oro
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women inside the St Mark's Basilica
- Backpacks and large bags are NOT allowed inside the church
- Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension - 30124 (behind the Correr museum on the opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica).Look for the TURIVE assistant next to the post office San Marco. -> St Marks Basilica: departure at 10.45 am (1 hour) -> Gondola ride: departure at 3.00 pm (30 min)
End Points
- The combined tour ends in campo San Moisè
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
MEETING POINT: 15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension - 30124 (behind the Correr museum on the opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica).Look for the TURIVE assistant next to the post office San Marco. https://maps.app.goo.gl/iu3tveLzsqpRwyXd7 PLEASE PRINT OR SHOW YOUR VOUCHER TWICE, FOR BOTH TOURS! -> St Marks Basilica: departure at 10.45 am (1 hour) -> Gondola ride: departure at 3.00 pm (30 min) • Please be at the meeting point 15 min before the departure time • Parents will need to have an ID for the children on the date of travel to prove they are under 6 • Not wheelchair accessible • The gondola ride is not guided • Max 5 people per gondola • Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica • Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica Emergency: Office +39 041 5239979 - Mobile +39 349 3054767 It is your responsibility to be at the meeting point punctually. All the late arrivals or no show are NO REFUND!