Venice Highlights:Doge's Palace,St. Mark's Basilica,Walking Tour
Overview
Discover Venice on this unforgettable 4-hour walking tour of its iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Start at St. Mark’s Square, then explore Santa Maria Formosa, Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Marco Polo’s area, and Teatro Malibran. Walk the lively Mercerie to Rialto, Venice’s historic heart.
Afterwards, enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica with its golden mosaics and the magnificent Doge’s Palace, former seat of Venetian power.
This tour blends art, history, and storytelling, offering a rich introduction to Venice. Led by an expert guide, it’s a must for first-time visitors seeking the true soul of the city. You will love this tour for its perfect mix of must-see highlights, hidden corners, and unforgettable stories that bring Venice to life.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace
- Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
- Headsets provided for groups of more than 10 participants to ensure you can clearly hear the guide.
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Campo San Zaccaria
4683, 30122 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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Piazza San Marco
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Campo Santa Maria Formosa (pass by)
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo (pass by)
Casa di Marco Polo (pass by)
Teatro Malibran (pass by)
Merceria (pass by)
Basilica di San Marco
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Doge's Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Because of security checks, you might experience a line to get inside the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. You will skip the line for non-reserved tickets, but the security check is mandatory.
- Maximum of 25 people on each tour
- 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
- PLEASE PROVIDE THE FULL NAMES OF ALL TRAVELERS WHEN BOOKING. FAILURE TO PRESENT A VOUCHER WITH ALL TRAVELERS' FULL MANES AT THE TICKET OFFICE PRIOR TO ENTRY MAY RESULT IN DENIED ENTRY TO THE ATTRACTION.
- EACH TRAVELER MUST PRESENT A VALID PASSPORT OR ID DOCUMENT THAT MACHES THE NAME PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING FOR SUCCESSFUL ENTRY TO ST. MARK'S BASILICA.
- Large bags and bulky backpacks are not permitted inside St. Mark's Basilica. A complimentary luggage deposit service is available nearby before entering the Basilica.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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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).
- Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace.
- Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica.
- Headsets provided for groups of more than 10 participants to ensure you can clearly hear the guide.
- Professional guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
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 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Venice Highlights:Doge's Palace,St. Mark's Basilica,Walking Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venice Highlights:Doge’s Palace,St. Mark’s Basilica,Walking Tour 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
- Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace
- Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
- Headsets provided for groups of more than 10 participants to ensure you can clearly hear the guide.
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Because of security checks, you might experience a line to get inside the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. You will skip the line for non-reserved tickets, but the security check is mandatory.
- Maximum of 25 people on each tour
- 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
- PLEASE PROVIDE THE FULL NAMES OF ALL TRAVELERS WHEN BOOKING. FAILURE TO PRESENT A VOUCHER WITH ALL TRAVELERS' FULL MANES AT THE TICKET OFFICE PRIOR TO ENTRY MAY RESULT IN DENIED ENTRY TO THE ATTRACTION.
- EACH TRAVELER MUST PRESENT A VALID PASSPORT OR ID DOCUMENT THAT MACHES THE NAME PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING FOR SUCCESSFUL ENTRY TO ST. MARK'S BASILICA.
- Large bags and bulky backpacks are not permitted inside St. Mark's Basilica. A complimentary luggage deposit service is available nearby before entering the Basilica.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
