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St. Mark's Basilica & Doge Palace + Murano, Burano Guided Tour

4.7 Great 148 reviews
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6h 45m
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English
Skip the line Instant confirmation Likely to sell out Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A long day that pairs skip the line visits to the Doge's Palace and St Mark's with a boat to Murano for glass and Burano for lace, under one guide. From November it splits across two days, exceptional high tide cancels it, and ID is checked at the basilica. 4.69 from 148 reviews at €131 per person.

From the guide

Explore Venice's top sites with a guided tour of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Discover the grandeur of the former Venetian rulers' residence and marvel at the Basilica's stunning mosaics. Then, visit Murano and Burano islands. Watch a live glassblowing demonstration in Murano and enjoy a picturesque walking tour of colorful Burano. Immerse yourself in Venice's rich history and vibrant island culture on this unforgettable tour.

Continue your experience with a thrilling VR adventure that brings history to life: watch Piazza San Marco transform through the ages, see the Basilica as the Doge’s private chapel, explore the Doge’s Palace as a medieval fortress, and discover how the iconic Rialto Bridge was once a wooden drawbridge.

FIRST DAY: St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Guided Visit
SECOND DAY: Murano & Burano Islands Guided Visit

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Spanish Basilica,Doge, Islands

from €131 / person
Guide: English

English Basilica,Doge, Islands

from €131 / person
Guide: English

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

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #12 of 26€1316h 45m4.69 (148)shared
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 #12 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 daily
Departures: 11:15, 11:30
Scheduled through October 2026

This tour runs daily, departing at 11:15, 11:30. Scheduled through October 2026. 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

Professional local guide
Audio receivers for groups of 10 or more
Lace demonstration in Burano Island
Access to Correr Museum, Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library
St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line entry ticket
Bridge of Sighs access
Doge's Palace skip-the-line entry ticket
Murano Glass Factory visit with Glass-Blowing Demonstration
Guided Tour of Murano and Burano Islands
St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace guided tour, with Prisons access
History Gallery: a unique Vr experience of Venice in the past

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Guided tour of Correr Museum, Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library
Entry fees not specified in the inclusions

Itinerary

Piazza San Marco Stop 1
You will admire the most beautiful place in Venice - St. Mark's Square!
Pass by
Palazzo Ducale Stop 2
You will visit the Doge's Palace discovering its fascinating history.
1h 30m
Admission included
Ponte dei Sospiri Stop 3
Admire the famous Bridge of Sighs, a symbol of Venice rich in history and legend. This elegant white limestone bridge once linked the Doge’s Palace to the city’s prisons and is said to have witnessed the final sighs of prisoners as they looked out over Venice for the last time.
10 min
Admission included
Murano Stop 4
You will discover the glassblowers' island.
1h
Burano Stop 5
You will discover the colorful lace island.
1h
Venice Stop 6
You will discover Venetian lagoon reaching the two most beautiful islands of Venice.
1h
Basilica di San Marco Stop 7
You will visit the stunning golden Basilica
45 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

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.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The official St. Mark's Basilica ticket price is €12.00 per person (standard) or €24.00 with terrace access; the remaining part of the price covers assistance at the meeting point, accompanied entry with a certified guide or host, access to the Venice Gallery with a dedicated VR experience, the use of an audio guide or radio system with earphones and sales costs.
  • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee.
  • ATTENTION: Starting from November, the tour will be divided into two days. FIRST DAY ACTIVITY: St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Guided Visit; SECOND DAY ACTIVITY: Murano & Burano Islands Guided Visit
  • Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after; otherwise, it will be refunded)
  • For security reasons sacks, bags, or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace. Free deposit inside.
  • For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.

Cancellation Policy

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

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From € 131 / person