The Doge's Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica Terraces Skip-the-Line Tour

Skip the LineGuided Tour

Uncover the storied history of Venice’s most iconic landmarks including the top of the Basilica

5.00

(3)

2.3h

Max 15 Guests

+5

If navigating the crowds and only seeing Venice's landmarks from the outside feels unsatisfying, this tour is the perfect solution. The Doge's Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica are stunning, but their true allure lies beneath their grand facades. Join an expert guide to explore magnificent paintings, walk the Bridge of Sighs, uncover hidden stories in golden mosaics, and enjoy sweeping views from the Basilica’s terrace. With early entry, you’ll experience Venice’s famous sites without the hassle.

Your journey into Venice’s storied past begins at the awe-inspiring Doge’s Palace, and with skip-the-line tickets in hand, you’ll head inside in no time. If you choose the morning departure, you will be inside before it’s even open to the general public. Take in the interior's majestic courtyard, adorned with perfect arches and detailed stonework, and the famous Giants' Staircase and Bridge of Sighs, all while enjoying the palace's quiet elegance devoid of crowds.

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Meeting point at Doge's Palace​

Meet your friendly guide outside the Palace.​

Doge's Palace​

Enter the ancient residence of the Doge of Venice avoiding long lines.​

Giant's Staircase​

Listen to your guide as she tells you all the stories about this historical building.

Palace interior​

Paolo Veranese's canvases and other intricate decorations are a must-see during your visit.​

Bridge of Sights​

This historical bridge connects the palace to the old prison.​

For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change

This tour starts in front of the Doge’s Palace, and ends at St. Mark’s Basilica.

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Worth every penny

Gloria Gonzalez

Verified Review

February 14, 2025

Venice can be overwhelming with crowds, but this tour made it so much easier. Our guide led us seamlessly past the lines and straight into the history of the Doge’s Palace, revealing its hidden secrets. The real magic happened at the Basilica’s terraces—seeing the square from above was just surreal. A must-do for history lovers and photography enthusiasts!

Sharyn Greenhill

Verified Review

October 21, 2024

Nadia Jackson

Verified Review

July 26, 2024

Early entry to Doges Palace and skip the line for the Basilica. Definitely worth the earlier start at 8.30z Liza was our wonderful tour guide that gave us lots of information about what we saw and of the history of Venice. Brava

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