Exclusive Alone In St. Mark's & Doge's Palace Tour
3.5 hours
Max 25
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Private access to St. Mark's Basilica after hours, only for Walks groups - no crowds, no lines!
- Experience being inside St.Mark's Basilica like almost no one else… Alone! Illuminated mosaics are even more breathtaking at night.
- Enter the Doge's Palace after closing time - on this tour you will see Venice's most famous sites in the best possible way!
- Explore both centres of Venice's power: church and politics!
- Enjoy the intimacy of our small groups with your enthusiastic, English-speaking guide.
- Sites Visited
- St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
- St. Mark's Basilica
- St. Mark's Crypt
- Pala d’Oro Altarpiece
- Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square (exterior)
- Clock Tower on St. Mark's Basilica (exterior)
- Marciana Library (exterior)
- Doge’s Palace
- New Prisons
- Bridge of Sighs
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Exclusive access ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (after closing)
- After-closing ticket to the Doge's Palace
- Headset
Take a flashlight! Explore both St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace after-hours.
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Total Customer Reviews: 627
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 627 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
We took the tour of the Doje Palace and the Basilica after hours. Expensive but well worth it. There were in total 3 groups of 20 and only one group per room which was great. No pushing,crowding or whatever.Amazing guide as well. It was very special.
Verified · Hillegonda · Oct 02, 2024 · Canada · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
This tour was categorically exceptional… as was our guide, Pamela! Both are highly recommended… definitely 5-out-of-5 stars! Ciao.
Verified · Richard · Sep 23, 2024 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
Great
I really enjoyed this tour. It was interesting and I learned the Doge and Venice history.
Verified · Catherine · Sep 22, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Would highly recommend this tour. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable.
Verified · Jeff · Sep 20, 2024 · USA · Male · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
Romy, our guide was fabulous. I can't imagine just walking around without all of the information. Although stunning in it's beauty, having the benefit of wide open spaces and not fighting the crowds allows for a greater appreciation of what it might have been like centuries ago, worth every penny.
Verified · Scott · Sep 18, 2024 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
FAQs
Can I take a bag with me into St. Mark's Basilica?
You can only take small bags into St. Mark's. Anything bigger than a purse - backpacks or luggage - is prohibited. There is no coat check either, so do not bring any large bags with you.
Does St. Mark's Basilica have a dress code?
Yes. Because it is a holy place, St. Mark's Basilica insists that both men and women wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. They can and will refuse entry to anyone who does not meet this standard and we can't do anything about it, so come prepared.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. If you use a wheelchair and book this tour by accident, we are happy to offer you credit for a future tour that is wheelchair accessible anywhere in the world, or a full refund.
What can I bring with me on this tour?
St. Mark's Basilica has very tight rules about what you can and cannot bring inside. Anything bigger than a purse - including backpacks or luggage - is NOT allowed inside the Basilica. There is no coat check either, so do not bring any bags larger than a purse with you.
What can I bring into the Doge's Palace?
You are permitted to enter the Doge's Palace with handbags and small backpacks. But any large backpacks or luggage are not permitted inside. You have to check them in the cloakroom.
Does the Doge's Palace accommodate wheelchair users?
The Doge’s Palace is not wheelchair-friendly. Some parts are accessible, but the Secret Rooms, Prisons, and Armory and not. Our route, in particular, is not wheelchair-friendly so we do not recommend that wheelchair users take this tour.
Are there any breaks on this tour?
During this tour there is a short break (15 to 30 minutes) in between visiting the Doge's Palace and entering St. Mark's Basilica.
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