Guided entries to the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica, crossing the Bridge of Sighs into the old prisons, with a Marciana Library ticket to use on your own; tiers add the Rialto, lunch or a priority bell tower ticket. Runs in English or French; the library is closed on Sundays and hotel pickup is not included. 4.8 from 683 reviews at €97 per person.
Experience an exclusive guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, iconic landmarks of Piazza San Marco. Admire the grandeur of the Golden Staircase and stunning artworks in the Doge's Palace, and cross the Bridge of Sighs to explore the historic prisons where Casanova was held, reminiscent of Alcatraz’s mystique.
Visit St. Mark's Basilica, known as the Golden Basilica, to marvel at its glittering mosaics, as dazzling as any European cathedral. Then, enjoy a virtual reality experience at the History Gallery of Venice. With a VR headset, see Piazza San Marco as it once was, imagining the Basilica as the Doge's private chapel and the Palace as a medieval fortress.
Choose the St. Mark's Bell Tower option for panoramic views of Venice, much like viewing New York City from above. An elevator ride to the top offers breathtaking vistas of the domes, St. Mark's Square, and the lagoon. Enhance your visit with an audio guide and digital map for deeper insights.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #8 of 22 | €97 | 2h–3h | 4.8 (683) | shared |
| Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice | €79 | 3h | 4.95 (325) | private |
| Venice: Commissario Brunetti Walking Tour for Donna Leon Fans | €83 | 2h | 4.93 (178) | shared |
| Tour of The Real Hidden Venice | €39 | 2h | 4.85 (2274) | private |
Ranked #8 of 22 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €450, median €90; typical length 2h 30m. 9 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 22 Walking Tours
This tour runs daily, departing at 09:15, 10:00, 11:00, 11:15, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30. Scheduled through December 2028. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.
From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536.
From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |