• Londra Palace Venezia - Meet the guide in front of Hotel Londra Palace (across from the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II), Riva degli Schiavoni, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy. Please refrain from entering the building, as the staff are not briefed about the tour.
• Piazza San Marco - The private walking tour begins with a leisurely stroll through Piazza San Marco, the vibrant heart of Venice. This historic square features stunning Venetian Gothic architecture and breathtaking views of the Venetian Lagoon.
• Saint Mark’s Basilica - The Private Guide will share fascinating insights about this world heritage site as you admire the magnificent facades of the Basilica of St. Mark and the Doge’s Palace, which served as a government seat and prison for many centuries.
• San Giorgio Maggiore - A highlight of this tour is a cruise from San Marco to San Giorgio Maggiore via Vaporetto, the public water bus (round-trip tickets are included).

Vaporetto offers a romantic and convenient way to reach the island, with live commentary provided along the journey. The island, particularly its 16th-century Palladian church, is one of Venice’s most photographed landmarks, shining above the blue waters of the lagoon. Inside the classical Renaissance-style interiors, discover works by Jacopo Tintoretto, Jacopo Bassano, Sebastiano Ricci, and other remarkable Venetian artists. The tour also includes a climb to the viewing terrace of the basilica’s Bell Tower, offering stunning views of the lagoon and the Riva Degli Schiavoni.

• Doge’s Palace - Enhance the guided tour with a visit to the Doge’s Palace. As one of Venice’s most popular attractions, skip-the-line tickets allow you to save time and enter directly. The palace captivates with its spectacular sculptural decorations and paintings by renowned artists such as Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto, A. Vittoria, and Tiepolo. The Expert Guide will explain how the palace served as the political center of the Republic for centuries and recount the tale of Casanova’s escape from the palace prison. Explore the vast council chambers, opulent residential apartments, and stark prison cells, and learn the story behind the name of the Bridge of Sighs.

• Number of attractions varies with selected tour option
• Round-trip water bus tickets to San Giorgio Maggiore
• Admission to Bell Tower and Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore
• Private walking tour of St. Mark Square and San Giorgio Maggiore
• Expert 5-Star Licensed Guide in your language
• Skip-the-line access to Doge’s Palace on the 5-hour tour

• Skip-the-line tickets to the Doge’s Palace (in 3-hour option)

Explore the best that Venice has to offer on land, water, and air with a guided tour of the renowned St. Mark’s Square and San Giorgio Maggiore. Take a tour of the Bell Tower and Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore. Upgrade option: include a visit to the Doge’s Palace.

Select from our top-rated tour options designed with your preferences and interests in mind:

3-hour: San Giorgio Maggiore
Opt for this tour to experience the highlights of St. Mark’s Square and San Giorgio Maggiore. Tour the Basilica and Bell Tower of San Giorgio Maggiore. Round-trip transfer included.

5-hour: San Giorgio Maggiore & Doge’s Palace
Pick this tour to explore St. Mark’s Square and San Giorgio Maggiore. Take a tour of the Doge’s Palace and the Basilica and Bell Tower of San Giorgio Maggiore. Round-trip transfer included.

While most visitors only have a distant view of the famous San Giorgio Maggiore while wandering through St. Mark’s Square, this exclusive tour offers an opportunity to set foot on the island and witness its signature basilica first-hand!

• Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
• Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Tickets to the Doge’s Palace are not included in the basic 3-hour option.
• This tour includes transfers by vaporetto, the Venetian water bus (public transport). For your convenience, two-way tickets are included.
• Guided tours inside the basilica during masses and scheduled events are limited. If entry is not possible, the guide will provide all information outside. At such times, you will only visit the Bell Tower (Campanile). Please cover your shoulders and knees inside the church.
• Skip-the-line tickets to Doge’s Palace grant you immediate entry at your booked time, without waiting in line at the ticket office. There are mandatory security checks. Headsets will be provided for groups larger than 10.
• For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 people in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
• On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.