St.Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace tour with gondola ride

Discover the secrets of the Floating City with this incredible tour of Venice which combines a walking tour, a gondola ride, and visits to some of the city’s most incredible attractions. You’ll be accompanied by an expert in art and history who will be able to answer all your questions about Venice.

Get a comprehensive introduction to the art, history and culture of Venice with this semi-private tour. Visit St. Mark’s Square and all its attractions and take an unforgettable gondola ride.

Wander through the streets of Venice and be mesmerised by their charms

Meet your guide and take a walk through the enchanting cobblestoned alley, streets and bridges of Venice. They’ll lead you to the jewel of Venice, St. Mark’s Square. There, you can admire the gothic architecture of the Doge’s Palace, once the seat of government, the Palace of Justice and prison, as well as the home of the Doge and the haunting Bridge of Sighs. Then, it’s time to stop for a traditional Venetian Aperitivo where you can enjoy the locals’ drink of choice, a Spritz. 

Get a completely unique perspective of Venice from the water

No Venetian experience is complete without a gondola ride. From here, you can get a completely unique view of the city, and our gondola ride has no equal in the city. An exclusive itinerary stops at some of the most picturesque and off-the-beaten-path canals, as well as the most iconic attractions. Be ready to take the most awesome pictures as you have a romantic, special and unexpected vista of the city from its founding element, water. 

Get skip-the-line access to two of Venice’s most enigmatic landmarks 

Once you’ve finished your gondola ride, you’ll take in two of the most important and beautiful sights of Venice’s former religious and political power. First is St. Mark’s Basilica, crowned by Venetian and Byzantine domes. You’ll learn all about the church from our expert history guide, as you marvel at the 24-carat gold-leafed ceiling mosaics. However, the highlight of the tour is a special visit to the Doge’s palace. You’ll visit the courtyard and noble areas of the Doge’s public and private areas, including the great ballrooms and Opera Museum, before heading on to the Bridge of Sighs. Discover Venice’s art, history, tradition and culture, on a fun and informative tour like no other.