--- title: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 101 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.62 reviews: 1282 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 23 of 26 (Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/st-mark-s-basilica-doge-s-palace-guided-tour-with-gondola-ride/ --- # St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride **Guidekin's take:** 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 1282 reviews for 3h 30m. ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 12 people: small group - 5 start times: between 09:00 and 15:30 - Food not included: bring or buy your own ## Key facts - Price: from €101 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.62/5 from 1282 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Recommended by 91% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: The Tour Guy ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Group Half-Day Tour | €101 / person | 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. Max 25 guests Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes | | Group Full Day Tour | €165 / person | English | Includes: St. Mark's, Doge's Palace, a 30-minute gondola ride, and a walking tour to Rialto Bridge Duration: 6 hours | | Semi-Private Half-Day Tour | €170 / person | 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. Max 12 Guests Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes | ## 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) ## Not included - Food and drinks - Guide tips ## Itinerary 1. **Basilica di San Marco** (30m; admission included) - 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... 2. **Palazzo Ducale** (1h 30m; admission included) - 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.... 3. **Piazza San Marco** (30m) - 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. 4. **Venice** (30m) - 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. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 09:00, 09:30, 13:30, 14:00, 15:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting 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. ## Good to know - 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. ## Compared with other Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #23 of 26** | €101 | 3h 30m | 4.62 (1282) | shared, max 12 | | [Venice Deluxe Tour](/italy/venice/tours/venice-deluxe-tour/?format=md) | €220 | 3h | 4.98 (825) | shared | | [Private or Semi Doge's Palace & Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Tour](/italy/venice/tours/private-or-semi-doge-s-palace-saint-mark-s-basilica-guided-tour/?format=md) | €199 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (421) | private | | [Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People](/italy/venice/tours/venice-doge-s-palace-st-mark-s-semi-private-tour-max-6-people/?format=md) | €189 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (237) | shared | Ranked #23 of 26 in Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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