Overview
This guided tour will lead you to the most iconic sight in Venice: discover the superb Saint Mark’s Basilica overlooking Saint Mark’s Square together with an expert and qualified guide.
The guide will take you on a journey back to the history of this magnificent place and will tell you exciting stories and fascinating legends behind it. From the pure gold mosaics, the Cathedral is also known as the Golden Basilica.
Continue your journey with an exciting virtual reality experience. With the VR headset on, time peels away, revealing Piazza San Marco and its iconic monuments as they once were. Picture the Basilica transformed into the Doge's private chapel and the Doge's Palace into a medieval fortress!
For an exclusive tour, choose the private option: enjoy a personal guide.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Shared guided tour to the St.Mark Basilica
St. Mark's Basilica Terrace (if Legendary Tour Option is selected)
Virtual Reality Journey - Explore St. Mark's Square over the centuries
Audio-receiver devices are included in case of groups over 10 people.
Skip the Line Ticket to St. Mark's Cathedral
The Yard of Venice: St. Mark's Square history dedicated circuit visit
Private Tour Option (if selected)
Hotel pickup & DropOff
Pala D'Oro Visit
Food & Drinks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right passing under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight on to “Campo San Gallo”, Venice Tours Office is in the square.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• You are kindly requested to be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the departure
• Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed to the day after otherwise it will be refunded)
• During some days of high turnout or for reasons of force majeure (for example high tide or security problems) the waiting time to access St. Mark’s Basilica might be longer than expected: in this case, please line up and respect the instructions provided by the guide.
• For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
What to expect
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Basilica di San Marco
1 hour
Amazing guided tour in the breathtaking Cathedral of St. Mark, known as the Golden Basilica, due to many mosaics realized with pure gold!
An expert guide will escort you inside (skipping the line) and will explain the history, curiosities and legends about the inimitable masterpieces around you! Be stunned in front of the five-domes covered with gold and decorated by the best artists of the time.
Enjoy part of explaination comfortably seated in the middle of the cathedral.
A wonderful experience that makes you discover the main landmark of the Venetian history. -
Piazza San Marco
1 hour
Cross the imposing Sat. Mark's Square asnd admire the most beautiful spot of the world.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- 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
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about St. Mark's Cathedral: the Shining Golden Basilica - Guided Tour
Can I cancel St. Mark's Cathedral: the Shining Golden Basilica - Guided Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 45 min–1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start?
Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches.
What's included?
- Shared guided tour to the St.Mark Basilica
- St. Mark's Basilica Terrace (if Legendary Tour Option is selected)
- Virtual Reality Journey - Explore St. Mark's Square over the centuries
- Audio-receiver devices are included in case of groups over 10 people.
- Skip the Line Ticket to St. Mark's Cathedral
- The Yard of Venice: St. Mark's Square history dedicated circuit visit
- Private Tour Option (if selected)
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup & DropOff
- Pala D'Oro Visit
- Food & Drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Basilica di San Marco, Piazza San Marco.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Operated by CITY TOURS CO. LTD
