Skip the line Golden Basilica with authorized Venetian guide and gondola ride
Enjoy two unforgettable Venetian experiences, combining the extraordinary beauty of St. Mark’s Basilica with the timeless charm of a traditional gondola ride.
Duration4h 45m
GroupShared
Languages🇬🇧🇫🇷🇪🇸🇩🇪
PriceFrom €85
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Summary
Duration4h 45m
GroupShared
Languages🇬🇧🇫🇷🇪🇸🇩🇪
PriceFrom €85
ConfirmationInstant confirmation
CancellationFree cancellation up to 72 hours before departure
The morning begins with a guided visit to St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the finest masterpieces of Venetian and Byzantine architecture. Admire its magnificent golden mosaics, precious decorations and artistic treasures that tell the story of centuries of history, faith and the splendour of the Venetian Republic.
After the visit, enjoy free time to explore Venice at your own pace, stroll through its narrow streets, stop at a café or discover some of the city’s most charming corners.
In the afternoon, meet again for a relaxing shared gondola ride. Glide along picturesque inner canals and the Grand Canal, admiring historic palaces and beautiful views from a unique perspective on the water.
An experience combining art, history and Venetian tradition, with time to enjoy the city independently in between activities.
After the visit, enjoy free time to explore Venice at your own pace, stroll through its narrow streets, stop at a café or discover some of the city’s most charming corners.
In the afternoon, meet again for a relaxing shared gondola ride. Glide along picturesque inner canals and the Grand Canal, admiring historic palaces and beautiful views from a unique perspective on the water.
An experience combining art, history and Venetian tradition, with time to enjoy the city independently in between activities.
Itinerary
10:30
Meeting point — Calle Larga dell’Ascensione
Guests must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start.
10:45–11:45
Guided visit to St. Mark’s Basilica
Explore the famous basilica and discover its history, architecture and extraordinary golden mosaics.
11:45–14:45
Free time
Enjoy free time to explore Venice independently. Meet again at 14:45 at the same meeting point, Calle Larga dell’Ascensione, for the second activity.
15:00–15:30
Shared gondola ride
Enjoy a 30-minute ride along Venice’s inner canals and the Grand Canal, admiring the city from the water.
Meeting point — Calle Larga dell’Ascensione
Guests must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start.
10:45–11:45
Guided visit to St. Mark’s Basilica
Explore the famous basilica and discover its history, architecture and extraordinary golden mosaics.
11:45–14:45
Free time
Enjoy free time to explore Venice independently. Meet again at 14:45 at the same meeting point, Calle Larga dell’Ascensione, for the second activity.
15:00–15:30
Shared gondola ride
Enjoy a 30-minute ride along Venice’s inner canals and the Grand Canal, admiring the city from the water.
- Skip the line entry to St. Mark's Basilica
- gondola ride
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- tip or gratuity
- food or drinks
Meeting point
Calle larga de l'Ascension
At the meeting point please look for the yellow sign 'MEETING POINT'
Important notes
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
The tour is shared.
The guide who will accompany you during the tour will speak exclusively the language you chose when booking, without repeating the explanations in other languages.
Appropriate dress is required to visit the Basilica (no shorts or tank tops).
Large suitcases, backpacks or bags cannot be brought inte the Basilica.
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
The tour is shared.
The guide who will accompany you during the tour will speak exclusively the language you chose when booking, without repeating the explanations in other languages.
Appropriate dress is required to visit the Basilica (no shorts or tank tops).
Large suitcases, backpacks or bags cannot be brought inte the Basilica.
In case of high tide, the Basilica and St. Mark's Square are normally flooded. This may cause delays or changes on the program of the tour.
The gondola tour is shared, so there may be other people on the gondola with you. Each gondola can accommodate up to a maximum of 5 people.
Not accessible for people in wheelchair and with mobility difficulties.
The gondola tour is shared, so there may be other people on the gondola with you. Each gondola can accommodate up to a maximum of 5 people.
Not accessible for people in wheelchair and with mobility difficulties.
Before you go
The meeting point is in Calle Larga de l'Ascension near St Mark’s Square, close to Correr Museum. At the meeting point please look for the yellow sign 'MEETING POINT'
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
St. Mark's Basilica may be closed to the public without prior notice and during religious ceremonies. Entrance into churches requires appropriate dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered.
Supplier can be reached at number +39 041 8877560 (from 9.00am to 5.30pm from Monday to Friday). Out office hours (only for emergency) +39 3484418829.
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
St. Mark's Basilica may be closed to the public without prior notice and during religious ceremonies. Entrance into churches requires appropriate dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered.
Supplier can be reached at number +39 041 8877560 (from 9.00am to 5.30pm from Monday to Friday). Out office hours (only for emergency) +39 3484418829.
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