Exclusive Venice: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Royal Secrets
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Explore Venice's top sites with a guided tour of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Discover the grandeur of the former Venetian rulers' residence and marvel at the Basilica's stunning mosaics. Then, visit Murano and Burano islands. Watch a live glassblowing demonstration in Murano and enjoy a picturesque walking tour of colorful Burano. Immerse yourself in Venice's rich history and vibrant island culture on this unforgettable tour. Continue your experience with a thrilling VR adventure that brings history to life: watch Piazza San Marco transform through the ages, see the Basilica as the Doge’s private chapel, explore the Doge’s Palace as a medieval fortress, and discover how the iconic Rialto Bridge was once a wooden drawbridge. FIRST DAY: St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Guided Visit SECOND DAY: Murano & Burano Islands Guided Visit
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Catherine_P, 10/29/2025 4:09:43 PM
Our morning tour of the Basilica and Doges was amazing. Our afternoon on this tour had quick (10 minute) demonstrations of glass blowing and lace making with a lot of time left to wander the shops. All in all it was a great very full day and we enjoyed it.
Kristie_Z, 10/22/2025 9:02:46 AM
The guides were amazing! This was 3 different tours combined. St Marks Basilica, Doges Palace, and Murano and Burano. There wasn’t much time between tours to grab food and use the restroom that is my only complaint. I loved Venice and being able to see so many things with this tour was fantastic.
Suzanne_L, 10/11/2025 10:13:06 AM
Wonderful excursion! Doge palace and Basilica San Marco were gorgeous! We loved it our guide was very good also, she did have a strong Italian accent so it was a little difficult to understand her English. We had a great time though! The Murano and Burano islands were so beautiful and we bought a little something at both islands! The only thing that could have been a little better was a bigger boat to travel in. With our group it was a little tight on space. Our guide for the islands was amazing she did a great job!
Ric_L, 10/2/2025 8:13:58 PM
Sure, we are in an incredible place at a great time of the evening starting. Yet, our guides information and style really made a difference. We are appreciative.
Andrew_C, 9/12/2025 7:34:05 AM
Very informative and well paced. My wife has mobility issues and guide was able to accommodate. The short 3d virtual reality intro was a nice touch too!
DENISE_P, 7/8/2025 4:33:59 AM
Excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. Toured the Doge Palace and St. Mark's Basilica.
Marcia_S, 6/13/2025 3:39:34 AM
Excellent tour guide for Doges Palace and Basilica, but ear phones were not made for my ears and kept falling off. Try different type if earphones like headphones.
Excursion596801, 6/1/2025 6:52:21 AM
Our tour guide was an art historian who truly enhanced the experience. While waiting for the tour to start, there was an outdoor cafe where we enjoyed a morning espresso. Murano is a must see with amazing glass artwork !
Judy_M, 4/3/2025 9:21:18 AM
Fabulous tour! I am so glad they split it into two days! Day 1 - Elena was entertaining as well as informative as she shared the rich history of St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace with us! Day 2 - the first stop to the glass factory on Murano was awesome! The next stop to a lace making 'factory' in Burano was disappointing. The tour was large and the shop was small so only the first maybe 10 people who were fortunate enough to be up front saw and heard the demonstration while the rest of us could not. Perhaps plan to have several demonstrations so all of us could benefit from it. We had plenty of time to free time to explore the island so this could easily be arranged. Aside from that it was a pleasant day.
Getaway07265418599, 3/10/2025 10:15:44 AM
It was a well-planned and pleasant tour to Murano and Burano Islands. Claudia was well read and a good guide. I would recommend this tour to others visiting Venice and the surrounding area.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
- A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
- 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.
- ATTENTION: Starting from November, the tour will be divided into two days. FIRST DAY ACTIVITY: St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Guided Visit; SECOND DAY ACTIVITY: Murano & Burano Islands Guided Visit
- Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after; otherwise, it will be refunded)
- For security reasons sacks, bags, or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace. Free deposit inside.
- For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
Departure point
From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536.Redemption
• The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs. • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica. Timetable activities: - 10:00 AM OPTION (IF OPTION IS SELECTED): 10:00 AM: St. Mark's Basilica guided tour 10:45 AM: Doge's Palace guided tour 1:30 PM: Murano & Burano islands guided tour Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after; otherwise, it will be refunded) For security reasons sacks, bags, or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace and the St. Mark's Basilica. Pala D'Oro and St. Mark's Museum are not included For the visit to the Basilica, proper clothing is required (no shorts or tank tops) Unfortunately, this tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilitiesLess than hours before travel date - 0% refund