Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People
by LivTours Venice
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€378Overview
This semi-private walking tour of Venice includes a maximum of six people and lasts approximately two and a half hours. It begins at Piazza San Marco, where the guide meets the group and provides an introduction to the square’s architecture, history, and notable stories. The tour then proceeds with skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica through a dedicated entrance. Inside the basilica, the guide explains its history and points out the extensive golden mosaics covering thousands of square feet. A valid photo ID is required for entry to the basilica. After the visit, the group continues to the Doge's Palace, once the seat of Venice’s government. The tour covers the Doge’s private apartments, the Hall of the Great Council, the Gun Room, and the palace’s prison area. The final stop is at the Bridge of Sighs, where visitors can view and photograph the bridge. Throughout the tour, the local professional guide provides detailed commentary. The tour includes skip-the-line tickets to both the basilica and the palace. Food, drinks, hotel pickup, drop-off, and gratuities are not included. A dress code applies for entry to the basilica and palace, requiring covered knees and shoulders for all visitors.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
The tour begins in Saint Mark's Square where the group meets the guide. Visitors learn about the square’s architecture, history, and stories before proceeding to the main sites. The group size is limited to six people for a more intimate experience.
20 min
Basilica di San Marco
The group enters St. Mark's Basilica using skip-the-line access. The guide explains the basilica’s history and points out the extensive golden mosaics inside. Visitors should have a valid original photo ID for entry, as photocopies are not accepted.
40 min
Palazzo Ducale
The tour continues to Doge's Palace with exclusive entry. Visitors see the Doge’s private apartments and the Hall of the Great Council. The guide shares historical details while leading the group through the palace, including the prison area and the Gun Room. The visit ends at the Bridge of Sighs for views and photo opportunities.
90 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is under the winged lion's column in Saint Mark's Square, closest side to the Grand Canal. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
End point
The meeting point is under the winged lion's column in Saint Mark's Square, closest side to the Grand Canal. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People
by LivTours Venice
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€378Overview
This semi-private walking tour of Venice includes a maximum of six people and lasts approximately two and a half hours. It begins at Piazza San Marco, where the guide meets the group and provides an introduction to the square’s architecture, history, and notable stories. The tour then proceeds with skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica through a dedicated entrance. Inside the basilica, the guide explains its history and points out the extensive golden mosaics covering thousands of square feet. A valid photo ID is required for entry to the basilica. After the visit, the group continues to the Doge's Palace, once the seat of Venice’s government. The tour covers the Doge’s private apartments, the Hall of the Great Council, the Gun Room, and the palace’s prison area. The final stop is at the Bridge of Sighs, where visitors can view and photograph the bridge. Throughout the tour, the local professional guide provides detailed commentary. The tour includes skip-the-line tickets to both the basilica and the palace. Food, drinks, hotel pickup, drop-off, and gratuities are not included. A dress code applies for entry to the basilica and palace, requiring covered knees and shoulders for all visitors.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
The tour begins in Saint Mark's Square where the group meets the guide. Visitors learn about the square’s architecture, history, and stories before proceeding to the main sites. The group size is limited to six people for a more intimate experience.
20 min
Basilica di San Marco
The group enters St. Mark's Basilica using skip-the-line access. The guide explains the basilica’s history and points out the extensive golden mosaics inside. Visitors should have a valid original photo ID for entry, as photocopies are not accepted.
40 min
Palazzo Ducale
The tour continues to Doge's Palace with exclusive entry. Visitors see the Doge’s private apartments and the Hall of the Great Council. The guide shares historical details while leading the group through the palace, including the prison area and the Gun Room. The visit ends at the Bridge of Sighs for views and photo opportunities.
90 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is under the winged lion's column in Saint Mark's Square, closest side to the Grand Canal. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
End point
The meeting point is under the winged lion's column in Saint Mark's Square, closest side to the Grand Canal. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.