Discover one of the world’s most majestic cathedrals, a true masterpiece of Byzantine art in the heart of Venice. During this one hour guided tour you will be introduced to the history behind the prominent sights of St Mark's Square and the golden Basilica.

-Visit the golden church: the Saint Mark's Basilica

-Marvel at the golden mosaics and marble inlay flooring in the basilica

-Local and appassionate guide

Your guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica from Saint Mark's square, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptuous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring.

During the tour you will be able absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica.

The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.

Included

• Guided tour of the Saint Mark's Basilica
• Skip the line entrance fee
• Live tour commentary in english
• Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary
• Pala d'oro (if option selected) 

Not included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Food and drink
• Optional gratuities
• Museum and Loggia dei Cavalli on the 1st floor 

Languages: English

Requirements

• Meeting point 15 min before
• This tour is not suitable if you have limited mobility
• This activity is not wheelchair accessible
• This tour operates rain or shine
• Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica
• Backpacks are not allowed 

Important information

MEETING POINT:
15 min before in Calle larga de l’Ascension - 30124 (behind the Correr museum on the opposite side of the Saint Marks Basilica). Look for the TURIVE assistant next to the post office San Marco.

Children are free until 10 years, from 11 they pay the full ticket (document required).

• Check-in is 15 minutes prior to booked tour start time
• This activity is not wheelchair accessible
• Shoulders and knees must be covered inside the Basilica
• Backpacks are not allowed