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St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

4.6 Great 1282 reviews
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3h 30m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Likely to sell out Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommended by 91% of travellers: 1166 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

Timed entry tickets and guided visits of St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, then a shared gondola ride to finish. Knees and shoulders must be covered and the name on the ticket must match your ID; semi private and full day tiers exist, and food is not included. 4.62 from 1,282 reviews for 3h 30m.

From the guide

This tour pairs Venice’s two most important landmarks with a 30-minute shared gondola ride. Use timed entry tickets to enter St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace with an expert guide. Learn fascinating details as you explore, from the basilica’s mosaics to the palace’s political history and prison passages. Finally, board a shared gondola, for a classic and memorable Venetian experience.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 3 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Group Half-Day Tour

from €101 / person
Guide: English

St. Mark's, Doge's & Gondola: Includes a small-group guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, and a shared gondola ride.

What this option includes

Max 25 guests

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Group Full Day Tour

from €165 / person
Guide: English

Includes: St. Mark's, Doge's Palace, a 30-minute gondola ride, and a walking tour to Rialto Bridge

What this option includes

Duration: 6 hours

Semi-Private Half-Day Tour

from €170 / person
Guide: English

St. Mark's, Doge's & Gondola: Includes a small-group guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, and a shared gondola ride.

What this option includes

Max 12 Guests

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

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

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #23 of 26€1013h 30m4.62 (1282)shared, max 12
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 #23 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: 09:00, 09:30, 13:30, 14:00, 15:30
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs every day except Sun, departing at 09:00, 09:30, 13:30, 14:00, 15:30. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 22, 2026.

What's Included

Timed entry ticket and guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica (valued at €12 per person)
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed entry ticket and guided tour of Doge’s Palace
30-minute gondola ride (max 5 people shared experience)

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Guide tips

Itinerary

Basilica di San Marco Stop 1
Use time entry to tickets to enter St. Mark’s Basilica, go through the required security line, then spend about 20 minutes inside with your expert guide. Admire gold mosaics, domes, and marble floors while your guide explains how Venice’s seafaring empire shaped this sacred landmark.
30 min
Admission included
Palazzo Ducale Stop 2
Move from St. Mark's across the square to the Doge's Palace. Follow your guide inside with time entry tickets, skipping the general admissions line. As you explore the Doge’s Palace, learn about the wild ways of the Venetian Republic under the rule of elected magistrates. This tour not only showcases the interior of this ornate palace, but also goes in depth about the crime and legal system that was once in place in the city of Venice. Admire classic works of Venetian art and visit Doge’s Palace’s main sights, such as the Grand Staircase and the Bridge of Sighs.
1h 30m
Admission included
Piazza San Marco Stop 3
Following your guided tour of the Doges Palace, your guide will introduce you to some other highlights surrounding St. Marks Square like the stunning bell tower (exterior visit) and adorning portico's surrounding the square. Then take a 20-minute break to grab a snack and relax.
30 min
Venice Stop 4
Lastly, join a quintessential Venice activity, a gondola ride! Left in the care of a trusted gondolier, enjoy the beauty of Venice from the water. Glide through the panoramic canals in a shared gondola, each boat accommodating up to 5 participants.
30 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. Between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco and San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. Your guide will be holding a sign.

End point

Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. Between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco and San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. Your guide will be holding a sign.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter St. Mark’s Basilica; entry may be refused otherwise. Please avoid wearing sandals, hats, shorts, skirts, or tops that expose your shoulders.
  • A valid government-issued ID is required for entrance to St. Mark's Basilica. The name on your ticket (entered at check-out) must match the name on your ID, or you may be refused entry.
  • Your gondola ride is a shared experience, with each boat accommodating up to five guests. A professional gondolier will operate the boat, but please note that this portion of the tour is not guided. The ride lasts approximately 25 to 30 minutes, including the time needed to board and disembark.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

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