Exclusive Alone In St. Mark's & Doge's Palace Tour
3.5 hours
Max 25
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Private access to St. Mark's Basilica after hours, only for Walks groups - no crowds, no lines!
- Experience being inside St.Mark's Basilica like almost no one else… Alone! Illuminated mosaics are even more breathtaking at night.
- Enter the Doge's Palace after closing time - on this tour you will see Venice's most famous sites in the best possible way!
- Explore both centres of Venice's power: church and politics!
- Enjoy the intimacy of our small groups with your enthusiastic, English-speaking guide.
- 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)
- Clock Tower on St. Mark's Basilica (exterior)
- Marciana Library (exterior)
- Doge’s Palace
- New Prisons
- Bridge of Sighs
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Exclusive access ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (after closing)
- After-closing ticket to the Doge's Palace
- Headset
Take a flashlight! Explore both St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace after-hours.
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Total Customer Reviews: 638
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 638 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
This was our third (Vatican key & London Tower) Walks Tour and it lived up to the expectations. We received a small group and personal experience with this tour. A walk through San Marco Square an hour before the tour will impress upon you how privileged you are going on this tour.
Verified · Carl · Oct 30, 2024 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
Our Guide Martina was welcoming, helpful and of course deeply knowledgable about the venues we visited in Venice. I have no hesitation in recommending the Tour or your company, which we have used in all our Italian trips. Excellent, thank you.
Verified · Keemar · Oct 23, 2024 · United Kingdom · Male · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
Excellent tour with a very good guide. Would recommend.
Verified · Christine · Oct 16, 2024 · United Kingdom · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
We took the tour of the Doje Palace and the Basilica after hours. Expensive but well worth it. There were in total 3 groups of 20 and only one group per room which was great. No pushing,crowding or whatever.Amazing guide as well. It was very special.
Verified · Hillegonda · Oct 02, 2024 · Canada · Female · 65 to 74 years
Excellent
This tour was categorically exceptional… as was our guide, Pamela! Both are highly recommended… definitely 5-out-of-5 stars! Ciao.
Verified · Richard · Sep 23, 2024 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
FAQs
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. Guests should be prepared for a moderate level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods and climbing stairs, which may not be suitable for travelers with certain health conditions or mobility limitations.
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.
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.
What can I bring into the Doge's Palace?
You are permitted to enter the Doge's Palace with handbags and small backpacks. But any large backpacks or luggage are not permitted inside. You have to check them in the cloakroom.
Does the Doge's Palace accommodate wheelchair users?
The Doge’s Palace is not wheelchair-friendly. Some parts are accessible, but the Secret Rooms, Prisons, and Armory and not. Our route, in particular, is not wheelchair-friendly so we do not recommend that wheelchair users take this tour.
Are there any breaks on this tour?
During this tour there is a short break (15 to 30 minutes) in between visiting the Doge's Palace and entering St. Mark's Basilica.
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