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Skip the Line

Secrets of the Louvre Museum Tour with Mona Lisa

Semi-Private Louvre Tour with Mona Lisa

New Tour

Exclusive Meet & Greet Tour with the Tower of London Beefeaters

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Preserved Artifacts at the Acropolis Museum

Acropolis Museum Statues

The Acropolis

The Parthenon

Porch of the Caryatids at Poseidon's Erechtheum

Uncover the Rich History of the Acropolis

Step into the Footsteps of Ancient Greeks

Athens Skip-the-Line Acropolis & Parthenon Tour with Guided Museum Visit

Guided visit of Montepulciano​ 

San Biagio Church and complex​ 

A Tuscan jewel​ 

Local vineyard visit​ 

Tuscan wine experience​ 

Free time in Pienza​ 

Tuscany from Rome: Civita di Bagnoregio, Pienza, Vineyard Lunch & Wine

Colosseum

Semi-Private Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill 

Tower Bridge

Combo Tour: Tower of London & Flexible Thames River Cruise

Looking for things to do around Venice’s Piazza San Marco? You certainly aren’t short of options! Our range of small group and private tours give you the inside scoop on this historic part of the Floating City. With skip-the-line tickets and the city’s best team of guides, you can save time and discover more about the incredible sites that line Venice’s most important and beautiful square. Learn the dark history of the Doge’s Palace, see St. Mark’s relics, and so much more!
 

St. Mark's Square

Established during the 9th century, this piazza in the heart of Venice really started to take shape during the 12th century and is now home to the city’s most important buildings. Not to mention you can sample food and drinks as you watch the world go by. Napoleon once called it “the world’s most beautiful drawing room” and it’s easy to see why, with the stunning St. Mark's Bell Tower casting its shadow over the ornate architecture all around. 

If you want to see the best of Venice, this is the perfect place to start. Whether you’re looking for a classic gondola ride, a perfect Venice in a day tour, or a deep dive into the historical sites, our tours around St. Mark’s Square were made for you!

Discover the best of Venice's historic central square with St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, gondola rides, and more!

The BEST Tours Around St. Mark’s Square

Top Tours Near St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Explore the heart of Venice by touring every attraction at St. Mark's Square like St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

Experience Venice’s top 3 must-dos, back-to-back, with timed entry tickets and an expert guide

Doges, domes, and canals in one go

Guide tips

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Half-Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Skip the lines at St. Mark’s & the Doge’s Palace, ride a gondola, and watch glassblowing

Explore Venice from every angle

Ultimate Venice in a Day with Murano and Burano

Visit St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, plus take a guided walk to the Rialto Bridge

Experience the Venice you imagined

Venice in a Day Tour with Gondola Ride

See St. Mark’s & the Doge’s Palace on a small-group tour with pre-reserved entry!

Expert, English-speaking guide

Hotel pick up

Skip-the-Line Tour of St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace

See the Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s in an ultra-small group with pre-reserved tickets

Venice’s back streets & top sites in one day

Semi Private Venice in a Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Behold spectacular views from the Basilica terrace and walk the Bridge of Sighs with an expert guide

Doge's Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica Secret Terraces Combo Tour

Enjoy a curated day in the floating city with pre-reserved tickets, a private boat, and an expert

Shape the day around what you love

Private Venice Tour: St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and Gondola Ride

Discover hidden Venice on a 2.5-hour tour, explore Palazzo Contarini and enjoy a serene gondola ride

Expert English-speaking guide

Guide gratuities

Gondola Ride & Venice Walking Tour 

Cross the Bridge of Sighs & follow in Casanova's footsteps (but not all the way to a rooftop escape)

Hotel Pickup/ Drop Off

Skip-the-Line Doge's Palace Tour with Gondola Ride

Stand on St. Mark's terrace, explore Rialto Bridge, and ride a private boat through the Grand Canal

Unique Venice views & perspectives

Venice Discovery Private Tour

Dive into Venice's dark history and see Gothic facades, the Bridge of Sighs, and ancient dungeons

Follow the footsteps of Casanova

Venice Doge's Palace Private Tour

Join a personalized guide to discover St. Mark’s Basilica, Rialto Bridge, and Venice's hidden gems

Glide through romantic secret canals

Private Venice Highlights Tour with Gondola Ride

Enjoy timed entry to the Vatican Museums and experience the exclusive Scala Regia passageway

Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Reserve timed entry tickets & gain quicker access to the Vatican, so you can explore at your leisure

Entry Ticket

See the Areas You Want to See

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets

See the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Scala Regia, an exclusive passageway into the basilica 

Semi Private Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica 

Vatican Tours

Travel by train, enjoy timed entry and a guided tour of the palace, then roam the gardens

Skip the line

Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour with Transport from Paris

Meet at the Chateau entrance for a guided tour of the interior, then roam the Gardens independently

Palace of Versailles

Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Tour with Expert Guide

Keep it simple and personable with timed entry, train transport, and an ultra-small group

Semi-Private Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour from Paris

Relax on this Tuscan day trip with a 3-course lunch and 6 wine tastings

Day Trip

From Florence: Tuscany Day Trip with Siena, San Gimignano & Winery Lunch

Explore 2 hilltop villages, cross Italy’s most dramatic footbridge & dine at a family-run vineyard

Skip the driving and savor 10 different wines at 2 family run vineyards in Chianti

The BEST Tours Around St. Mark’s Square

12 St. Mark's Square Tours

Eat Venetian Tapas & Sip Prosecco Like A Local

Venice Evening Food Tour in Cannaregio with Authentic Sit-Down Dinner

Taste of Venice Tapas and Wine Tour in Dorsoduro & San Polo

Venice Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class

Small Group Dining Experience at a Local Home in Venice

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