Wheelchair accessible; original photo ID is required at the basilica. 4.97 from 431 reviews at €199 per person.
Best for: Semi private, six max, English only, both sites at €199 per person; choose the private tier for your own guide, minimum two. 4.97, 431 reviews. Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours comparison
Trade-off: Private tier needs two; original photo ID.
In our comparison: #2 of 25 in Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Private TourThe page priceEnglish | Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: You will enjoy the luxury of a semi-private group of no more than six people allowing you to interact with your expert guide. | €199 |
| Private Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica Walking TourEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian | Private Tour: Enjoy the tour with your very own private tour guide. | €285 for 2+ people |
Children from €184 (ages 3 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 428 of 431
Star breakdown of all 431 ratings
Reviewers praise knowledgeable, attentive guides and a manageable pace; some visits still involve crowded sights.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (8 April 2026 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Your Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Tour will begin in beautiful Piazza San Marco, where you will meet your Private Tour Guide. Begin your adventure into two of Venice's most famous sites in this most iconic and picture perfect square, learning all about its architecture, history and anecdotes.
20 minYour first official stop will be Saint Mark's Basilica. Enjoy exclusive and privileged skip the (long) line access, and enter straight into what is also known as the Golden Basilica. Here, your Private guide will show you and guide you through the interior of this incredible church, musing on its history, anecdotes, and the many eras it has seen in its hundreds of years of existence. You will surely be stunned by the thousands and thousands of square feet of pure golden mosaics that completely cover the basilica's interior. There is quite literally no other place like this! An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.
50 min · Admission includedExit the Basilica, and continue your tour by enjoying once again exclusive skip the line access to the Doge's Palace, the seat of Venice's government for centuries. You will be amazed by the secret stories your guide shares as you walk through the Doge’s private, luxurious apartments and powerful halls, such as the Hall of the Great Council. Then, continue to explore the palace with a visit to the scary, dark and gory prison. After seeing the impressive collection of weapons, you will stop at the notorious Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy the view and snap some perfect pictures for your album at home.
50 min · Admission includedAfter seeing the impressive collection of weapons, you will stop at the notorious Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy the view and snap some perfect pictures for your album at home.
10 minWith this Exclusive Experience you will enjoy a comprehensive and engaging Tour of Venice's two most famous sites, Saint Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, and all of it in your very own Private Group with your very own Private Guide!
Savor the privileges of an intimate and personalized tour, which affords you the possibility of going at your own pace, and asking all the questions you wish! Enjoy Skip-the-line access to one of the world's most famous basilicas and to Venice's most important and historical Palazzo.
Highlights include the tens of thousands square feet of Golden Mosaics adorning the interior of the Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and the scary prisons of the Doge's Palace, its impressive Gun Room and magnificent Hall of Great Council.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #2 of 25 | €199 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (431) | varies by option |
| Venice Deluxe Tour | €220 | 3h | 4.98 (825) | shared |
| Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People | €189 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (248) | shared |
| Doge's Palace & Saint Mark's After Hours Small Group Max 6 People | €279 | 3h 30m | 4.96 (123) | shared |
Ranked #2 of 25 in Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €12 to €580, median €103; typical length 3h. 3 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours