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Skip the lines and explore Venice’s top landmarks with a private guide before gliding through canals

<p>Meet your private guide in St. Mark’s Square and bypass the lines to step inside St. Mark’s Basilica, where golden mosaics shimmer under soaring domes. Continue to the Doge’s Palace, the former seat of Venetian power, to explore grand chambers, the Bridge of Sighs, and the eerie prison cells. Then, experience Venice as it was meant to be seen—on a private gondola ride, gliding through quiet canals at your own pace, taking in the city’s beauty from the water.                                      </p><h2>Private St. Mark's Basilica, Doge Palace, &amp; Gondola Ride Description</h2><p>Your private 3.5-hour tour includes:</p><ul><li><p>Private expert guide for a fully tailored experience</p></li><li><p>Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica</p></li><li><p>Skip-the-line entry to the Doge’s Palace</p></li><li><p>Private gondola ride through the Venetian canals</p></li><li><p>Exploration of the Bridge of Sighs and former prison cells</p></li><li><p>Flexible itinerary designed around your interests</p></li></ul><h3>St. Mark’s Basilica, Venice's Church of Gold</h3><p>Begin your private tour in Piazza San Marco, one of the most iconic squares in the world. With your dedicated guide, walk past the long lines and straight into St. Mark’s Basilica, where golden mosaics stretch across every inch of its soaring domes. Your guide will explain the fascinating blend of Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance influences that make this basilica one of the most dazzling in Europe.</p><h3>Doge’s Palace – The Powerhouse of Venice</h3><p>Step inside the Doge’s Palace, the Gothic fortress that served as the seat of Venetian power for centuries. With skip-the-line access, explore the lavish chambers where doges ruled, walk through the Great Council Chamber, and admire works by Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto. Stand beneath the Golden Staircase, a breathtaking symbol of Venice’s wealth, before stepping into the Council of Ten’s secretive chambers, where political intrigue shaped the city’s destiny.</p><h3>The Bridge of Sighs and the Prisons of Venice</h3><p>Cross the Bridge of Sighs, following in the footsteps of prisoners who took their final glance at Venice before facing their fate. Your guide will bring these stories to life as you step inside the eerie, damp prison cells, where Venice’s justice system played out behind closed doors.</p><h3>A Private Gondola Ride Through the Canals</h3><p>After exploring Venice’s grandeur on land, step into a private gondola for a relaxing ride through the canals. With no distractions or set routes, take in the beauty of the city from the water, drifting beneath centuries-old bridges and past hidden alleyways. Whether it’s a moment for quiet reflection or a chance to capture incredible photos, this ride is the perfect way to conclude your bespoke Venetian experience.</p>

Tour Overview

Comfortable walking shoes, and for St. Mark’s Basilica, please ensure shoulders and knees are covered. A light scarf or shawl is recommended.

What to bring

Private English-speaking guide

Skip the line tickets

St. Mark's Basilica

Doge's Palace

Gondola ride

Private tour

Guide gratuity

Hotel pick up

Meals

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Start your journey in Venice’s most iconic square, where your private guide introduces you to the city’s fascinating history before leading you to your first stop.

Meet your guide at St. Mark's Square

Skip the lines and enter this awe-inspiring cathedral, where golden mosaics illuminate intricate domes and centuries of Venetian faith and power unfold before you.

St. Mark’s Basilica

With fast-track access, step inside this ornate Gothic palace, once the residence of Venice’s rulers, where grand halls and secret chambers reveal the city’s powerful past.

Stand beneath the opulent ceilings of this vast ceremonial hall, where Venice’s elite once gathered, surrounded by masterpieces by Veronese and Tintoretto.

Grand Ballroom

Follow the elegant curve of this gilded masterpiece, an architectural symbol of the Doge’s grandeur, leading to the chambers where Venice’s fate was once decided.

Golden Staircase

Venture into the dark corridors of Venice’s notorious prison, where echoes of past prisoners and stories of daring escapes bring this eerie space to life.

Prison Cells and Dungeon

Step onto this legendary bridge, where prisoners once took a final look at Venice’s beauty before facing their grim fate, an unforgettable blend of history and romance.

Bridge of Sighs

Glide through the city’s serene canals on a traditional Venetian gondola, soaking in the charm of hidden waterways and centuries-old bridges.

Gondola Ride

Conclude your experience back in St. Mark’s Square, perfectly positioned to continue your exploration or relax and reflect on your Venetian adventure.

End near Piazza San Marco

Itinerary

Meet your guide at St. Mark's Square - Start your journey in Venice’s most iconic square, where your private guide introduces you to the city’s fascinating history before leading you to your first stop.

St. Mark’s Basilica - Skip the lines and enter this awe-inspiring cathedral, where golden mosaics illuminate intricate domes and centuries of Venetian faith and power unfold before you.

Doge’s Palace - With fast-track access, step inside this ornate Gothic palace, once the residence of Venice’s rulers, where grand halls and secret chambers reveal the city’s powerful past.

Grand Ballroom - Stand beneath the opulent ceilings of this vast ceremonial hall, where Venice’s elite once gathered, surrounded by masterpieces by Veronese and Tintoretto.

Golden Staircase - Follow the elegant curve of this gilded masterpiece, an architectural symbol of the Doge’s grandeur, leading to the chambers where Venice’s fate was once decided.

Prison Cells and Dungeon - Venture into the dark corridors of Venice’s notorious prison, where echoes of past prisoners and stories of daring escapes bring this eerie space to life.

Bridge of Sighs - Step onto this legendary bridge, where prisoners once took a final look at Venice’s beauty before facing their grim fate, an unforgettable blend of history and romance.

Gondola Ride - Glide through the city’s serene canals on a traditional Venetian gondola, soaking in the charm of hidden waterways and centuries-old bridges.

End near Piazza San Marco - Conclude your experience back in St. Mark’s Square, perfectly positioned to continue your exploration or relax and reflect on your Venetian adventure.

Explore Venice on a private 3.5-hour tour with skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. End your experience with a serene gondola ride. Book now!

Venice is a maze, but your personal guide makes hitting the top sights effortless. Skip the lines at St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, explore hidden corners of the city at your own pace, and glide through the canals on a private gondola ride. With a tailored itinerary and expert storytelling, this tour turns a complicated city into a seamless, unforgettable experience. No stress, no crowds—just you, Venice, and the beauty of its most iconic landmarks.

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

Skip the lines and explore Venice’s top landmarks with a private guide before gliding through canals

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