Exclusive Alone In St. Mark's Basilica After Hours
1.25 hours
Max 25
Why take this tour?
Highlights
Take in the splendor of St. Mark's Square
Enjoy special-access entry to St. Mark's Basilica
Go even further and explore the crypt
Marvel at the Pala d'Ora altarpiece
- Sites Visited
- St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
- St. Mark's Basilica
- St. Mark's Crypt
- Pala d’Oro Altarpiece
- Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square (exterior)
- Marciana Library (exterior)
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Exclusive access ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (after closing)
- Headset
Don't walk, tip-toe; this is the most precious access in Venice
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Verified ratings
4.8 /5
based on 1056 Walks’ customer ratingsOverall rating
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Excellent
This tour is well worth the money Our guide Nico was epic and he provided so much great information. Love it!!! I am returning to Venice soon with my sister and will do it again if I can
GetYourGuide customer · Marc · Canada · Sep 03, 2025 Excellent
Wonderful! Such a beautiful city!
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Sep 02, 2025 Excellent
Outstanding evening. I have visited St Mark’s many times / this was my best visit by far. Small group, good guide, saw very few other people
Tripadvisor customer · Traveltheworld20000 · Aug 30, 2025 Excellent
This was an amazing tour. Nico was the best tour guide we have had. So knowledgeable, engaging, humble and open to questions. His depth of knowledge was very impressive. This tour was the end of our 14 day vacation around Italy and it was definitely the best tour we did. It was expensive but honestly worth the money. The best way to see the palace and basilica!
GetYourGuide customer · Michelle · United States · Aug 28, 2025 Excellent
Romy was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable. We overall had a great time on the after hours tour. It was definitely worth it
Tripadvisor customer · Rachel · Aug 25, 2025
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Latest reviews
Excellent
This tour is well worth the money Our guide Nico was epic and he provided so much great information. Love it!!! I am returning to Venice soon with my sister and will do it again if I can
GetYourGuide customer · Marc · Canada · Sep 03, 2025 Excellent
Wonderful! Such a beautiful city!
GetYourGuide customer · United States · Sep 02, 2025 Excellent
Outstanding evening. I have visited St Mark’s many times / this was my best visit by far. Small group, good guide, saw very few other people
Tripadvisor customer · Traveltheworld20000 · Aug 30, 2025 Excellent
This was an amazing tour. Nico was the best tour guide we have had. So knowledgeable, engaging, humble and open to questions. His depth of knowledge was very impressive. This tour was the end of our 14 day vacation around Italy and it was definitely the best tour we did. It was expensive but honestly worth the money. The best way to see the palace and basilica!
GetYourGuide customer · Michelle · United States · Aug 28, 2025 Excellent
Romy was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable. We overall had a great time on the after hours tour. It was definitely worth it
Tripadvisor customer · Rachel · Aug 25, 2025 Excellent
OMG what an incredible experience. Words cannot describe the experience of visiting Doges Palace and St Marks Basilica.
Our guide Valentina S was AMAZING, so knowledgeable and helpful
Tripadvisor customer · Nat · Aug 24, 2025 Excellent
Very nice and competent tour support, the visit to St. Mark's Cathedral in the evening is a special experience!
GetYourGuide customer · Doris · Austria · Aug 23, 2025 Excellent
We enjoyed the tour very much. Nico was very informative and kept the tour intriguing. We learned so much history of the Doges and the fall of the last Doge to “save” Venice.
There was a nice break before we continued to St. Mark’s. We entered the church and were seated in the darkened main church. The lights were slowly turned on to illuminate the magnificent interior. After an awe inspiring time in the church we descended to the crypts for a bit more history.
This was a nice tour as it avoided the crowds of daytime. Would recommend for sure.
Tripadvisor customer · Kathleen · Aug 20, 2025 Excellent
Valentina S. was an excellent guide. She was knowledgeable, passionate and patient. The tour was fantastic!
GetYourGuide customer · Denise · United States · Aug 08, 2025 Excellent
Wonderful experience. Our guide Valentina was offered lots in interesting information in a concise and well paced manner. My family really enjoyed the tour. The older teens/ young adult children normally avoid tours at all costs but were very engaged with Valentina. We would highly recommend.
GetYourGuide customer · Allison · United States · Aug 07, 2025FAQs
Do I need to bring my passport/ID with me?
Yes! All guests (including children) must bring a government-issued ID/passport on the day of their tour. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument. The full names of all participants are required at the time of booking and must match the names on their ID/passport. Name changes are not permitted.
What happens if there's a private event at the Doge's Palace and/or St. Mark's Basilica?
On rare occasions access may be restricted due to private events inside the Doge's Palace and/or St. Mark's Basilica. Unfortunately this is a situation beyond our control. Our tour guides will make modifications to ensure you still have an excellent experience, but no refunds will be issued. We appreciate your understanding.
Will the tour route be modified in the event of high tide/"acqua alta"?
If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). The guide will modify the itinerary to include alternate dry paths whenever possible.
No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.
Can I take a bag with me into St. Mark's Basilica?
You can only take small bags into St. Mark's. Anything bigger than a purse - backpacks or luggage - is prohibited. There is no coat check either, so do not bring any large bags with you.
Does St. Mark's Basilica have a dress code?
Yes. Because it is a holy place, St. Mark's Basilica insists that both men and women wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. They can and will refuse entry to anyone who does not meet this standard and we can't do anything about it, so come prepared.
Can I use a wheelchair on this tour?
Yes, but we require advance notice in order to accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. After booking, please contact us so that we can organize a private tour for you. If we cannot find a guide to lead you that day we'll offer you the same tour on the next available date or give you credit for another tour anywhere else in the world.
What can I bring with me on this tour?
St. Mark's Basilica has very tight rules about what you can and cannot bring inside. Anything bigger than a purse - including backpacks or luggage - is NOT allowed inside the Basilica. There is no coat check either, so do not bring any bags larger than a purse with you.
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