HIGHLIGHTS- Full tour of St.Mark Square and its Monuments
- A walk through historical Venice landmarks
- Full tour of Palazzo Ducale - Bridge of Sighs and Prisons
- Guided tour of St.Mark's Basilica and its faboulous Treasure
- Optional trip to Murano Island (included in tour price)
DESCRIPTIONVisit Venice in a day with this full tour of Saint Mark Square, Basilica and Rialto Bridge.
The Absolute tour Venice is divided into three distinct parts: start with a walking tour of Piazza S. Marco and the surrounding area, you will continue with the full tour of Palazzo Ducale to conclude with the full tour inside the Basilica of San Marco.
Tour Part 1:
A wonderful walk outdoor (no visit into Churches or Palaces) through the most characteristic, important and fascinating Venice. One of our qualified guides will take you through the centuries of the Venice Republic, recalling the fascinating history of this exclusive city.
Itinerary:
Piazza San Marco - our guide will explain the origins, history and artistic wonders of these monuments: Basilica di San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, the Campanile, the Clock Tower and the Magistrates.
Campo Santa Maria Formosa - a rich history and many anecdotes come across in this beautiful Venetian square.
The Basilica of Saints John and Paul - called the "Pantheon" of Venice, because of many Doges and other important people were buried there.
Marco Polo's House and Teatro Malibran - many stories come together in this quaint corner of Venice.
Return to San Marco through the Mercerie, one of the main shopping areas of the town, here you will have the chance to buy some souvenirs of your Venice
experience.
Tour Part 2:
Skip the entry line into the Doge's Palace, one of the best-known symbols of Venice in the world.
For centuries the Doge’s Palace represented the head of political power in Venice. In its amazing halls, filled and decorated with masterpieces of painting, the Doge and the Council would reign and rule the fate of a great Republic.
You will be taken along this magic places with a qualified guide who will show you the halls of Venetian power, through an exclusive historical and cultural context: the European Middle Ages and the glorious centuries of Venice Republic.
You will be amazed looking at the rich decor of the Golden Staircase and all the images painted by famous painters who made this Palace splendid.
Relive the prisoners desperation as you cross the famous Ponte dei Sospiri (Bridge of Sighs), then go into the Palace of Prisons to understand the life of those people once confined in the Venice dungeons.
An unforgettable and unfailing tour, which will leave you breathless!
The entrance ticket to Doge’s Palace is included with the tour price. With our tour you can get in and skip the waiting in line. In case of 10 people groups, an audio-receiving system is included in the price.
Tour Part 3:
An unforgettable tour within the most spectacular and majestic cathedrals in the world!
On this tour you will be accompanied by a qualified Guide and can visit some places in the Basilica that are usually closed to the public.
You will enjoy a full tour of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, which was, during the Venice Republic, the private church of Venetian Doges.
Be enchanted while looking at the wonderful golden mosaics and inlaid marble floors while our guide explains the meaning of beautiful biblical scenes on the mosaics, the history and special features of this ancient church.
Behind the altar you can admire the so-called “Pala d'Oro” (the golden altar piece), extraordinary example of Byzantine art with its precious gems and stones, then you will be amazed as you enter the Treasury, a priceless collection of religious art brought together over the centuries.
After the tour, as an extra option, you can go to Murano island on a private boat. There you will have the chance to visit a glass-maker workshop and see Murano glass work, one of the oldest, fascinating Venetian arts. Two hours later, we are return to San Marco Square by boat.
Thanks to an agreement with the Venice Church authority, this tour can access the cathedral without any wait.
The tour schedule may change due to religious service or exceptionally high tide. In this case the tour will take place on the next day or be refunded
WHEN & WHEREComfortable shoes are suggested.
Some days, due to church services or exceptional high tides, the access to the Basilica may not be possible. The tour can be held the next day or be refunded. The tour is not private and may be shared with other guests. Commentary may be multilingual.
PRICES| Adult | Children aged 0/6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price par person | € 70 pp. | Gratis / Free |
HOW TO BUY
Online payment by credit card or offline by bank transfer
TERM OF SALES
CANCELLATION TERMS
Within 3 days prior to date of the service full refund
Within 2 days prior to date of the service 50% penalty
Within 1 day prior to the date of service - full penalty
For cancellations resulting directly or indirectly from any occurrence or conditions beyond its control, the organizing Agency shall fully refund the customer.
INCLUSIONS
Pivate boat for Murano tour,TICKETS INCLUDED: Palazzo Ducale - Basilica di San Marco.
EXCLUSIONS
Entrance tickets for museums or attractions not included in the tour
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