- Make the most of your vacation time in Venice with Skip-the-Line Access to two of the Floating City’s most iconic landmarks. Begin your day skipping the line to marvel at St. Mark’s Basilica’s dazzling mosaics. Then, visit the birthplace of the Republic of Venice, Doge’s Palace.
- Immerse yourself in Venetian culture, history and tradition as your expert, English-speaking guide enthralls you with fascinating insight only a local could know.
- Audio headsets will be provided so you and your small tour group of around 18 people, won’t miss a word of your guide’s expert commentary as you explore.
Enjoy your unique Venice tour experience
What’s Included
- Expert English-speaking guide for a truly immersive experience
- Skip-the-Line Access to St. Mark’s Basilica
- Skip-the-Line Access to Doge’s Palace
- Small groups of around 18 people
- Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
- Gratuities
Sites Visited
- St. Mark’s Basilica (Skip the Line)
- Doge’s Palace inside visit (Skip the Line)
- Columns of San Marco and the Lion of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
There is so much to see and do in the incredible Floating City of Venice, so why should you spend your precious vacation time waiting in line? With Skip-the-Line Access to two of Venice’s unmissable sights, Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, you can immerse yourself in Venetian history and maximize your time in Venice on this carefully curated tour.
Visit St. Marks Basilica with Skip the Line Access
Skip the line into the symbol of Venice, St. Mark’s Basilica. In the company of your passionate guide, you’ll glide past the long entry lines and straight into the golden interior of Venice’s most-loved basilica. Once inside you’ll be immersed in the golden hue of the basilica to uncover its diverse range of stunning treasures, best known for the gold-laden mosaics that bejewel the interior domed ceilings. With your guide on-hand to point out the details and explain the history behind the artworks here, you’ll explore 11th century mosaics and precious relics, many of which were ‘borrowed’ from overseas by invading Venetian sailors. Even the bones of St. Mark (which rest here) are said to have arrived in Venice illegally.
Discover the History of the Doge’s Palace
Doge’s Palace will no doubt be a highlight of your trip to Venice. Once home to the Duke of Venice and the city’s courts, this palace is at the center of Venetian history, and fell witness to the rise and fall of the republic. Imagine the controversy and authority that once resided here, when Venice was a sea-faring superpower that straddled the east and west. After the fall of the republic of Venice, the Doge’s Palace was transformed into a prison and today it is home to 11 of the best art museums in the city. In the company of your expert, English-speaking guide, you’ll visit the palace’s most iconic sights. Follow your guide through the museums and to the most important rooms, containing frescoes and works by Venetian artists such as Tintoretto, who is famous for the unrivalled speed at which he painted.
With group sizes of around 18 people or less and headsets provided, you’ll find it easy to not only hear but also interact with their guide. Immerse yourself in the culture, traditions and history of the Floating City on this truly unmissable tour.
