The Golden Basilica
- Discover one of the symbols of Venice: St. Mark’s Basilica
- Learn about the symbols and the history of the Basilica’s interiors
- Access the terrace to enjoy an amazing view over St. Mark’s Square
Discover the famous St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the world’s most beautiful cathedrals, a masterpiece of Byzantine art shielding countless treasures and legendary stories. Since far back in time, Venice was the place where Western and Eastern cultures run into each other, a deep bound embodied in this amazing cathedral. Here, you will learn more about the everlasting history of Venice, about St. Mark and how his ruins came to rest and be shielded here. A tour not only to see Venice, but to experience this city through its history and glorious past, still shining in its historical sites and legendary characters. Surrounded by the Basilica’s beautiful golden mosaics and marble inlays, our professional guide will take you along the history and the special features of this unique masterpiece of Byzantine art. With this tour, you will have the chance to visit the St. Mark’s Museum and access the Basilica’s terrace either.
- Qualified tour guide
- Skip the line tickets to the Basilica
- Basilica's Museum and Terrace
- Personal headsets
Meeting Point: 15 min before tour start time, Campo San Zaccaria, check-in at the shop located opposite the church.
Duration: 1 Hour.
Wear appropriate clothes to enter the Basilica (no bare knees or shoulders)
For security reasons backpacks are not allowed
No refund will be provided for no shows or late arrivals
The tour will take place also with rain, in the event of exceptional high tide it might be cancelled and refund will be providedThe St. Mark's Basilica entrance is subject to cancellation up to 7 days prior to the date of the tour. Should the Basilica cancel the admission, we will refund the tour portion accordingly
*St. Mark's Basilica tickets are nominative; therefore, at the time of booking, it is mandatory to provide the names of all participants.