A first visit walk past the Rialto Bridge, the fish market and a well known bookshop before skip the line entry to St Mark's Basilica, ending with a gondola ride the guide does not join; tiers without the gondola or fully private exist. The fish market is closed on Sundays and large bags are not allowed. 4.6 from 524 reviews at €99 per person.
A first-timer to Venice, or don’t know where to begin your explorations? Over the course of this tour, experience many of the city’s top highlights. See the Rialto Bridge, fish market, historic mansions, and a quirky bookshop on a city walk before admiring the shimmering gold mosaics inside St. Mark’s Basilica. Plus enjoy a relaxing gondola ride and explore areas of the city that many tour groups miss. If you're short on time or want an introduction to Venice in just 2.5 hours, select the Welcome to Venice Express option at time of booking. Note: This option does not include a gondola ride.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #22 of 26 | €99 | 3h | 4.6 (524) | shared |
| Venice Deluxe Tour | €220 | 3h | 4.98 (825) | shared |
| Private or Semi Doge's Palace & Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Tour | €199 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (421) | private |
| Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People | €189 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (237) | shared |
Ranked #22 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
This tour runs daily, departing at 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00. Scheduled through June 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.
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 (also known as Campo San Giacometto).
In St. Mark's Square.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
| 3+ days | Full refund |
| 0-3 days | No refund |