Skip the Line: St Mark's Square Highlights Tour

Venice is like an open-air museum, and for first-time visitors this one-hour highlights walk of St. Mark's Square is a must. The tour focuses on grandeur of St. Mark's Square in Venice with external visits of the square, Doge's Palace, the Sansovino library, the Bell Tower, the incredible legends of the Clock Tower.

Enter St. Mark's Basilica to discover the awe-inspiring gold mosaics. Your talented guide will unlock its secrets as you walk through to one of the main highlights of the Basilica the "Pala D'Oro" (golden altar) with masterpieces by generations of Venetian goldsmiths.

St. Mark's Basilica is free of charge to enter and we guarantee that you'll skip any long lines as part of this tour. Venice is subject to flash floods and occasionally the Basilica is closed to the public (without notice) because of high water or festivities.

You'll hear fascinating stories and learn anecdotes and this remarkable city and its historical characters, Casanova, Marco Polo to name two. Tours are conducted in small groups (maximum 25 people) with an English-speaking guide who can personally cater to you, ensuring your visit to Venice is a special and unforgettable experience.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Tour departs near the Bell Tower (Campanile) in the center of St Marks Square.

Departure Time:

11:15am (Monday to Friday) or 2:00pm (Saturday and Sunday).

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Walking tour
• Small group tour (maximum 25 people)
• Professional guide
• Guaranteed to skip the long lines
• Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Exclusions:

• Optional gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Food and drink, unless specified
• Entrance to Pala D'Oro (2 euros)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Large bags and rucksacks are not allowed inside the Basilica, shoulders and knees must be covered when entering into churches

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.