From €76 per person
Book tickets on Viator (opens in a new tab): Morning Venice Walking Tour plus St Mark's Basilica Guided VisitYou book and pay on viator.com. Inclusable may earn a commission.
4.5 / 5 from 4 reviews on Viator
- Per booking
- Up to 25 people
- Languages
- German, English, French, Spanish
- Rating on Viator
- 4.5 / 5 · 4 reviews
About this tour
Experience the dual soul of Venice on a journey that weaves together its most famous landmarks and its quietest corners. We begin by diving into the enchanting labyrinth of calli between the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square. Along the way, we’ll step into the authentic heart of the city, discovering the elegant Campo Santa Maria Formosa and the monumental Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, where the history of the Doges is etched into the stone.
The journey culminates in the grandeur of St. Mark’s Square, where you will enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica. Inside, you’ll be surrounded by the overwhelming beauty of 4,000 square meters of shimmering gold mosaics—a golden treasury that has stood for a thousand years as a testament to Venetian power and artistry.
During the winter season (Nov 3 – Mar 19), this experience is further enriched by admission and a visit to the spectacular Pala d'Oro.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
The supplier hasn’t ticked Viator’s accessibility boxes for this tour, but describes wheelchair access in their own words below.
“Please note that, due to the particular morphological structure of Venice and the logistic problems resulting from it, we cannot guarantee that the whole tour is accessible to people with limited mobility. This means that people with walking difficulties and wheelchair users could not be able to access some parts of the itinerary.”The supplier’s own words
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Itinerary
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- 1
World-renowned symbol of Venice.(pass by)
- 2
The golden Basilica il the perfect blend of Byzantine and Gothic art. Its golden mosaics make it unique in the world.(45 min)
- 3
The Rialto Bridge is one of the four bidges that cross the Grand Canal, for sure, the most famous one.(pass by)
- 4
It is one of the largest squares in the city: a total of nine calli and eleven bridges (some of which simply connect the entrances to the palaces) branch off from it. The name is due to the presence of the church of Santa Maria Formosa.(pass by)
- 5
With the Santi Giovanni e Paolo Church and the Scuola Grande di San Marco(pass by)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names 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 matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica.
- In cases of religious ceremonies, exceptionally high tides or other special occasions, access to St. Mark's Basilica may not be permitted.
- To visit St Mark's Basilica it is necessary to dress appropriately (no shorts, vests or tops) and backpacks are not allowed for safety reasons.
- This is a collective tour, which means there might be other participants going on the tour with you.
- Please note that, due to the particular morphological structure of Venice and the logistic problems resulting from it, we cannot guarantee that the whole tour is accessible to people with limited mobility. This means that people with walking difficulties and wheelchair users could not be able to access some parts of the itinerary.
- Please make sure to arrive on time so you don't miss out! We are unfortunately unable to offer refunds or credits for late arrivals or no-shows.
Included
- Professional Licensed Guide
- Entry ticket to St. Mark's Basilica
- Headphones to hear your guide clearly
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entry ticket to the Treasure
- Pala d'Oro admission (included in the winter season: November 3, 2026 – March 19, 2027)
- Entry ticket and access to the Museum and the Terrace
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off:
- Food and Drinks
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Location & contact
- Area
- Venice
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is ten to fifteen minutes before the start of the tour at the TURIVE meeting point, located on Calle larga de l' Ascension, near the post office (Poste Italiane), behind Correr museum
- Contact
- Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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