Private Legendary Venice St Mark's Basilica and Doge Palace Tour
About This Experience
On this private tour, let Venice’s history reveal itself through its most iconic landmarks. With skip-the-line access, explore the Doge’s Palace, where the city’s rulers once governed a powerful maritime empire. Wander through grand halls adorned with masterpieces by Tintoretto, and cross the Bridge of Sighs to reach the palace’s eerie prison cells. Continue to St. Mark’s Basilica with 99,000 square feet of golden mosaics. Hear the remarkable story of how St. Mark’s relics were smuggled into Venice and admire the Pala d’Oro, a gem-studded masterpiece of medieval craftsmanship. Led by an expert private guide, this tour offers a deeper, more personal connection to Venice’s past.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- All entrance fees
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Bottled water
- Small group experience
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Meals unless specified