Legendary Venice Tour: St Mark’s Basilica
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4.7
Based on 15 Reviews
- duration 3 hours
- tour type Group
- age requirement 1-79 yrs
- max group size 25
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-1319
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Starts/Ends Venice, Italy
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy skip-the-line access in St. Mark’s Cathedral and the Doge’s Palace
- Admire 4,000 square meters of mosaics in St. Mark’s while you hear the improbable story
- Get special access to the terraces of St. Mark’s Basilica with spectacular views
- Take in the view from the Bridge of Sighs and learn why the spot isn’t quite romantic
If you want to submerge yourself in the incredible history of Venice’s once-great maritime empire, our Legendary Venice tour is the perfect excursion for you. We take you on a skip-the-line, special access tours of two of the floating city’s most important buildings: St. Mark’s Cathedral, and the Doge’s Palace. As you explore these jaw-droppings spaces, your expert local guide will bring them to life with the histories and stories of how they were built and the human dramas that played out inside. History buffs and casual visitor alike will love the way this tour brings the stones of Venice to life.
If you want to submerge yourself in the incredible history of Venice’s maritime empire, our Legendary Venice tour is the perfect excursion for you.
We start in in the world-famous St. Mark’s Square, taking a moment to appreciate the space before diving into St. Mark’s Cathedral - with access to the group entrance you’ll avoid long general access lines. Here you will get a deep look at the way that Venice built a mercantile empire that once spanned the entire Mediterranean. As you gape at the mosaics and other treasures inside, your expert Venetian guide will explain how the city begged, borrowed, and yes, stole, almost all of them as it grew from a tiny island to one of the biggest powers in the Medieval world. You’ll also get special access to the first floor terrace where you can see the famous horses stolen from Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade as well as amazing views over St Mark’s Square and the city.
Next it’s off to the Doge’s Palace, where pre-reserved tickets once again get us past the lines and inside what was the political heart of the empire for hundreds of years. Here you’ll visit the Doge’s own opulent apartments and the Hall of the Great Council where matters of state were decided under beautiful frescoes by Veronese and Tintoretto, You’ll also see the armory and the New Prisons, where you’ll learn about the grim lives of anyone unlucky enough to be taken prisoner. You’ll also find out the secret behind the mysterious black veil that interrupts the official series of Doge’s portraits. Hint: it will make you not want to work in Venetian government.
Finally, you’ll wander over the Bridge of Sighs and learn why this romantic icon is a little more grim than you have probably been taught.
Venice is a beautiful city but it doesn’t really come to life until you have an expert, local Venetian guide to show you around and tell you the stories that take you deep into the history and lore of the city. In a small group of no more than 25 people you will have intimate access to your guide and be able to ask them all the questions you want about improbable history of one of the world’s most unique cities.
If you want to submerge yourself in the incredible history of Venice’s maritime empire, our Legendary Venice tour is the perfect excursion for you.
We start in in the world-famous St. Mark’s Square, taking a moment to appreciate the space before diving into St. Mark’s Cathedral - with access to the group entrance you’ll avoid long general access lines. Here you will get a deep look at the way that Venice built a mercantile empire that once spanned the entire Mediterranean. As you gape at the mosaics and other treasures inside, your expert Venetian guide will explain how the city begged, borrowed, and yes, stole, almost all of them as it grew from a tiny island to one of the biggest powers in the Medieval world. You’ll also get special access to the first floor terrace where you can see the famous horses stolen from Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade as well as amazing views over St Mark’s Square and the city.
Next it’s off to the Doge’s Palace, where pre-reserved tickets once again get us past the lines and inside what was the political heart of the empire for hundreds of years. Here you’ll visit the Doge’s own opulent apartments and the Hall of the Great Council where matters of state were decided under beautiful frescoes by Veronese and Tintoretto, You’ll also see the armory and the New Prisons, where you’ll learn about the grim lives of anyone unlucky enough to be taken prisoner. You’ll also find out the secret behind the mysterious black veil that interrupts the official series of Doge’s portraits. Hint: it will make you not want to work in Venetian government.
Finally, you’ll wander over the Bridge of Sighs and learn why this romantic icon is a little more grim than you have probably been taught.
Venice is a beautiful city but it doesn’t really come to life until you have an expert, local Venetian guide to show you around and tell you the stories that take you deep into the history and lore of the city. In a small group of no more than 25 people you will have intimate access to your guide and be able to ask them all the questions you want about improbable history of one of the world’s most unique cities.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Venice walking tour including local Venetian guide
- Skip the line access tickets at St. Mark’s Basilica
- Special access to the terraces of St. Mark’s Basilica
- Skip the line access tickets at the Doge’s Palace
- Headsets when necessary
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.7 - Excellent
Based on 15 reviews
Wish we had more time!
A good experience
Really great tour and lots of exciting information
Superb
J
4 - Very Good
It would be nice to be able to linger more in some of the rooms but I understand there are time limits on a scheduled tour.
W
5 - Excellent
Being on the terrace without a huge crowd was nice. Not having to wait in long lines was worth the price. Frederica was informative and interesting presentation.
D
5 - Excellent
Guide was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and personable. Content was very comprehensive. If we were going to be in Venice any longer, we would definitely sign up for another tour with Elen.
C
5 - Excellent
Charming and knowledgeable Great guide
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Cancellations:
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- For cancellations made within 72 hours prior to tour commencement: No refund can be provided.
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