Entrance of St Mark Basilica in Venice
Reserved Access

St. Mark’s Basilica and Gondola Ride: A Guided Venice Tour

New Tour
1h 30min
English
20
Mon to Sat
09:30 & 10:15

  • Discover St. Mark’s Basilica: Step into Venice’s most famous cathedral to admire its stunning mosaics, distinctive architecture, and centuries-old history.
  • Knowledgeable Local Guide: Explore Venice’s past and uncover hidden stories with the help of an expert guide who knows the city inside and out.
  • Relaxing Gondola Ride Through the Canals: Cruise through Venice’s picturesque waterways on a traditional gondola, taking in beautiful & unique views.

Explore St. Mark’s Basilica with Reserved Access

What's Included

  • Expert, English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Guided Tour of St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Gondola Ride through Venice Canals
  • Audio Headsets
  • Gratuities (welcomed & appreciated)
  • Private Pick-up & Drop-off

Sites Visited

  • Saint Mark’s Basilica
  • Venice Canals
  • Piazza San Marco

Avoid the crowds and step inside the legendary St. Mark’s Basilica with reserved entry. Marvel at the dazzling mosaics, intricate Byzantine details, and the historical significance of this Venetian treasure. Your guide will share insights into the basilica’s design, its role in Venice’s history, and the fascinating stories hidden within its walls.

Glide Through Venice’s Canals on a Gondola

Complete your experience with a classic gondola ride, offering a different perspective of Venice. As you float beneath historic bridges and through quieter waterways, enjoy the serene beauty of the city’s architecture and everyday life. This peaceful journey gives you a unique way to connect with Venice’s charm.

Whether you start with the basilica or the gondola, this tour provides a well-rounded introduction to Venice’s culture and history!

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From
US$72.17
per adult
  • Book with Confidence: Free cancellations up to 24 hours before the experience begins (local time).
  • Multilingual Customer Service: Talk to us, we are here to help.
  • No Hidden Costs: All taxes and fees included.

Get to Know Dark Rome

Guide showing attraction

A Dark Rome tour is the product of meticulous research, detailed planning, and a passion for providing customers with travel experiences they will cherish forever.

With Dark Rome it's not just facts, our passionate guides tell you the stories that bring the sights to life.

  • All of our guides are experts in their field
  • We only hire fluent English-speakers so nothing is ever lost in translation
  • We focus on the little details and anecdotes that make Dark Rome so special