Private Tour of St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace
Overview
This tour is unique because you will be able to understand the history of the Piazza di San Marco, the basilica and its millenary history, you will be able to admire the mosaics and marbles .... you will be able to see the Doges' Palace, where the events of the Serenissima Republic. But what will make the tour unique is the guide's passion and love for his city
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages I will offer each participant a drink at the end of the tour
- Being in a small group of maximum 6 people, the tour also starts with two people
- Entrance ticket to the ducal palace; possible skip the line basilica
- Do not carry bulky backpacks or bags
- You should not take photographs or make videos in the basilica
- To dress in a manner appropriate to the sacred place for the basilica, in summer the women will have to cover themselves
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
7, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basilica di San Marco
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Doge's Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace?
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Activity code: C-132396P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Carbonated beverages. I will offer each participant a drink at the end of the tour.
- being in a small group of maximum 6 people, the tour also starts with two people.
- entrance ticket to the ducal palace; possible skip the line basilica.
- do not carry bulky backpacks or bags.
- you should not take photographs or make videos in the basilica.
- to dress in a manner appropriate to the sacred place for the basilica, in summer the women will have to cover themselves.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour of St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Carbonated beveragesI will offer each participant a drink at the end of the tour
- Being in a small group of maximum 6 people, the tour also starts with two people
- Entrance ticket to the ducal palace; possible skip the line basilica
- Do not carry bulky backpacks or bags
- You should not take photographs or make videos in the basilica
- To dress in a manner appropriate to the sacred place for the basilica, in summer the women will have to cover themselves
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
