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Private Venice Day Tour with Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola

5.0 Excellent 42 reviews
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6h
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Recommended by 100% of travellers: 42 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

A private full day with your own guide: the Rialto market, a private Grand Canal gondola, skip the line entry to St Mark's Basilica and a reserved Doge's Palace ticket in one itinerary. Lunch, pickup and tips are extra, names must match a photo ID, and a gondola lost to high tide is swapped, not refunded. 4.98 from 42 reviews for 6h.

From the guide

Experience Venice on a private full-day tour that combines the city’s top highlights with the personal attention of a dedicated guide. Begin by crossing the iconic Rialto Bridge and exploring the lively market where Venetians have traded for centuries. Glide along the Grand Canal on a private gondola, and then enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica. Finally, step inside the Doge’s Palace to walk through grand halls once ruled by Venice’s powerful dukes. With flexible pacing and expert insights into the city’s history and art, this private experience captures the very best of Venice in just one day.

Compared with other Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #8 of 26€5806h4.98 (42)private
Venice Deluxe Tour€2203h4.98 (825)shared
Private or Semi Doge's Palace & Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Tour€1992h 30m4.97 (421)private
Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People€1892h 30m4.96 (237)shared

Ranked #8 of 26 in Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €12 to €580, median €105; typical length 3h. 3 of 26 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 26 Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours

Schedule & Availability

Runs every day except Sun
Departures: 08:30, 08:45, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs every day except Sun, departing at 08:30, 08:45, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

Gondola Ride
Local English-speaking guide
Arch of Paradise
House of Marco Polo (from outside)
Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25€)
New Prisons
Rialto Bridge
Campo Santa Maria Formosa
Fondaco dei Tedeschi (from outside)
Rialto Fish Market (closed on Mondays)
Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (12€)
Bridge of Sighs
Campo San Giovanni e Paolo

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Lunch

Itinerary

Ponte di Rialto Stop 1
Begin your private Venice adventure with a guided stroll through the city’s storied heart, including crossing the famous Rialto Bridge.
1h 30m
Pause to explore the bustling Rialto Market, where locals have gathered for c... Stop 2
Pause to explore the bustling Rialto Market, where locals have gathered for centuries to trade seafood and produce.
Pass by
Casa di Marco Polo Stop 3
Hear tales of famous Venetians like Marco Polo who made Venice a maritime powerhouse.
Pass by
Your guide will reveal the traditions that shaped Venetian daily life and sho... Stop 4
Your guide will reveal the traditions that shaped Venetian daily life and show you corners of the city you might miss on your own.
Pass by
Canal Grande Stop 5
With just your group and a gondolier, enjoy the city from its most enchanting perspective past centuries-old palaces, bridges, and hidden courtyards.
30 min
Admission included
Venice Stop 6
Pause for a break on your own. While it's not included in the tour, your guide will share plenty of great recommendations on where to grab a coffee and a snack.
1h
Basilica di San Marco Stop 7
Bypass the long lines with your private guide and marvel at its golden mosaics. Your guide will share insight into the craftsmanship and artwork behind this Byzantine masterpiece.
1h
Admission included
Palazzo Ducale Stop 8
Skip-the-line entry grants you immediate access to its lavish salons. Explore grand council rooms as your guide reveals the dramatic history of the Venetian Republic.
2h
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets outside the entrance of the Church of San Giacometto at Campo San Giacomo di Rialto 255, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
  • In case of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather (heavy rain, strong wind, high tide) conditions that prevent the gondola ride from taking place or any operational or safety reasons beyond our control it may be substituted for another experience, but no refund will be provided.
  • All guests must supply their full name that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Name changes are not permitted.
  • Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument.
  • Please be aware that this tour involves extended periods of standing, which may not be suitable for travelers with certain health conditions or mobility limitations.
  • St. Mark’s Basilica can be subject to closures due to particular liturgical celebrations, especially during major religious holidays such as Easter or Christmas. In the event that the Basilica is closed, explanations will be provided from the outside.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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