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Skip the lines to the Hall of Mirrors with a friendly English speaking guide and roundtrip transport

Skip the line

Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour from Paris

Enter the Sistine Chapel, Roman Forum, and see St. Peter’s Dome, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and more!

Skip the Line

Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum and Vatican Museums

Walk in the footsteps of gladiators on the Colosseum floor and see the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Exclusive Access

Best Views of the Colosseum and Circus Maximus

Palatine Hill

Special Access Colosseum Arena Floor Tour through the Gladiator's Gate

Skip the line and gain direct access to the Raphael Rooms, Creation of Man & Scala Regia passageway

Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Explore St. Mark's Square's most iconic attractions with skip-the-line tickets and an expert guide

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Half-Day Tour with Gondola Ride

See the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Scala Regia, the exclusive passageway to the basilica 

Semi-Private Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica 

Travel the River Thames by boat then dive into British history at London's famous fortress

Tower Bridge

Legends and Lore Tour of the Tower of London

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Food & Wine Tours

Gondola Tours

Day Trips from Venice

St. Mark’s Basilica

Doge’s Palace

Murano & Burano

Prosecco Hills

St. Mark's Square

Verona

Polignano a Mare

Looking for things to do around Venice’s Piazza San Marco? You certainly aren’t short of options! Our range of small group and private tours give you the inside scoop on this historic part of the Floating City. With skip-the-line tickets and the city’s best team of guides, you can save time and discover more about the incredible sites that line Venice’s most important and beautiful square. Learn the dark history of the Doge’s Palace, see St. Mark’s relics, and so much more!
 

Established during the 9th century, this piazza in the heart of Venice really started to take shape during the 12th century and is now home to the city’s most important buildings. Not to mention you can sample food and drinks as you watch the world go by. Napoleon once called it “the world’s most beautiful drawing room” and it’s easy to see why, with the stunning St. Mark's Bell Tower casting its shadow over the ornate architecture all around. 

If you want to see the best of Venice, this is the perfect place to start. Whether you’re looking for a classic gondola ride, a perfect Venice in a day tour, or a deep dive into the historical sites, our tours around St. Mark’s Square were made for you!

Discover the best of Venice's historic central square with St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, gondola rides, and more!

The BEST Tours Around St. Mark’s Square

Explore the heart of Venice by touring every attraction at St. Mark's Square like St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

Top Tours Near St. Mark’s Square in Venice

Skip the Line - Discover the St Marks Basilica and Doges Palace alongside an expert guide

End near Piazza San Marco - As the tour comes to an end near St. Mark's Square, you are ideally located to continue exploring Venice or unwind after a day of discovery.

St. Mark Basilica - With skip-the-line tickets, head straight inside the historic basilica, whose magnificent domes and lavish gold mosaics are sure to impress.

Doge's Palace - Thanks to fast-track entry, step into the opulent 14th-century palace where the Doge of Venice, the highest authority, once lived and ruled.

Grand Ballroom - Gaze up at the towering ceilings and detailed frescoes by Veronese and Tintoretto in the Grand Ballroom, the former seat of Venice's council.

Golden Staircase - Deemed the most valuable staircase ever built, the Golden Staircase leads to the palace’s third floor, where Venice was ruled for centuries. 

Prison cells and dungeon - Descend into the gloomy depths of the palace and tune in as your guide details the grim fate of those who breached Venice’s stringent laws.

Bridge of Sighs - Ponder the same bridge prisoners once glimpsed their final views of Venice from, which is now a symbol of both beauty and despair.

Gondola ride - Board a historic gondola, steered by a skilled Venetian gondolier, for a captivating journey through legendary canals.

Skip the line tickets

Passionate English-speaking guide

Gondola Ride

St. Mark's Basilica

Doge's Palace

Bridge of Sighs

Wheelchair accessible

Visit St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, and the hidden areas of Venice

Thumbnail - Meet your guide at St. Mark’s Square

End inside Doge's Palace - After six hours of guided discovery, your Venice tour concludes inside Doge’s Palace. Feel free to continue exploring at your leisure!

St. Mark's Basilica - With skip-the-line tickets, pass the queue and enter the magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica, whose opulent gold mosaics are sure to impress.

Rialto Bridge - Walk across the oldest of the four bridges spanning the Grand Canal and learn how it has long been an essential link in Venetian trade.

Rialto Market - Witness the buzz of the Rialto Market, where Venetians have shopped for fresh produce, seafood, and local delicacies since the 11th century.

Gondola ride - Take a 30-minute gondola ride, an essential Venetian experience, to drift under bridges, past historic palazzos, and through ancient canals.

Lunch break - Settle in for lunch at a café near St. Mark’s Square. If you’re unsure which to choose, ask your guide for recommendations.

Doge's Palace - Skip the line to explore a citadel of power, where the Doge ruled Venice and fate was often decided in opulent, frescoed halls.

Golden Staircase - Pause to admire the formal entrance to the upper floors of Doge’s Palace, meticulously adorned with golden stuccos and frescoes. 

Bridge of Sighs - Cross the famed bridge, dating back to the 17th century, that allowed prisoners a last look at Venice's beauty before their incarceration.

30-minute Venetian gondola ride

Venice walking tour

Group size of 15

Tour guide gratuities

Meal

Venice in a Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Do more in a day: St. Mark's, Doge's Palace, glassblowing and lacemaking demos, and a gondola ride

Skip the Line - Meet your guide at St. Marks Square

Burano Island - A 30-minute boat ride later, you’ll find yourself docking on Burano. Hop out and begin your discovery of this vibrant and historic island.

Lace making demonstration - Learn the secrets of Burano's famous lace, handcrafted by women whose generational expertise is woven into each exquisite piece.

Return to Venice - Before bidding farewell, take in lessor-known islands and Venice’s grand architecture from afar as you zip across the Venetian Lagoon.

St. Mark's Basilica - With skip-the-line tickets, head straight inside the historic basilica, whose magnificent domes and lavish gold mosaics are sure to impress.

Break time - Grab some coffee, use the restroom, or find a place to sit during this 10 minute break.

Gondola ride - Board a historic gondola, steered by a skilled Venetian gondolier, for a captivating 30-minute journey through legendary canals.

Lunch break - Settle in for a lunch at a nearby café. If you’re unsure which to visit, ask your guide for recommendations!

Murano Island - Save time with a pre-arranged water taxi, whisking you to a tranquil island renowned for its colored buildings and glassmaking heritage.

Glass blowing demonstration - Attend a glassblowing session with a Murano artisan, who will explain the detailed art of color selection, creation, and challenges.

Skip the line Basilica tickets

Skip the line Doge's Palace tickets

Gondola ride

Roundtrip transportation to Murano and Burano

Glassblowing in Murano

Lacemaking in Burano

Optional free-time

Group size of 20

Wheelchair accessible 

Ultimate Venice in a Day with Murano and Burano

Join your own expert guide to discover St. Mark’s Basilica, Rialto Bridge, and Venice's hidden gems

Skip the Line - Meet your guide at St. Mark’s Square

Return to your nearest vaporetto - This short but jam-packed tour is the ideal way to experience Venice in just a few hours

Goodbye!

St. Mark's Square - Meet your local guide in St. Mark's Square, the most famous piazza in Venice. Learn about the historical events that took place here.

Meet in St. Mark's Square

St. Mark's Basilica - Admire St. Mark's Basilica's exterior, before entering this iconic Venetian church. There are more than 85,000 square feet of mosaic in the church.

Hidden Gems in Venice

Rialto Bridge - The word “campo” means “square” in Venice. The island is filled with beautiful squares and we’ll walk through some on our way to the Rialto Bridge.

Venetian "Campos"

Grand Canal - From the center of the Rialto Bridge, the view of the boats traveling down the Grand Canal is so surreal, you may have to pinch yourself to make sure you aren’t dreaming.

Rialto Bridge & Grand Canal

Rialto neighborhood - If you're lucky enough to stay the night in Venice, the Rialto district is full of the best bars and restaurants.

Rialto Neighborhood

Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo - Walk past a palace with an ornate staircase that twirls up its side. Venice is full of grand palaces and your guide knows where the best ones are hidden.

Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo

Private gondola ride - After exploring Venice's romantic streets by foot, climb aboard a traditional gondola for a cruise along the city’s famous canals.

Skip the line St. Mark's tickets

Rialto Bridge

Private gondola ride

Private tour

Private Venice Highlights Tour with Gondola Ride

Skip the line at St. Mark's, explore Rialto Bridge, and ride a private boat through the Grand Canal

SKIP THE LINE - Meet your guide at St. Mark’s Square

End near St. Mark's Square - Cruise through the side canals on a private boat reserved especially for you. This is a great chance to see the local sights of Venice in style.

Canal Cruising

St. Mark's Square - Learn about the political, religious and social center of Venice, St. Mark's Square.

St. Mark's Basilica - Admire the outstanding 11th century St. Mark's Basilica or "Church of Gold". Skip the line and go straight inside to see the jaw-dropping interior.

Pala d'Oro - Once inside, your expert guide will show you everything from the Pala D’Oro to the Byzantine golden altar. 

The "Church of Gold"

The Horses of St. Mark - See Venice's famous four bronze horses. Once a symbol of the city's power, these horses are supposedly the oldest in the world, dating as far back as the 2nd century B.C.

Ancient Horses

Local palazzos - Ascend to the rooftop of St. Mark's Basilica. Here, take in some of the most incredible views of the city's 118 islands from above. 

The Best View of Venice

Rialto Bridge - The most famous bridge over the Grand Canal, the Rialto Bridge is featured in famous literature that includes Shakespeare's “The Merchant of Venice”.

Grand Canal boat tour - Relax and see the city from a whole new perspective as you cruise down Venice's Grand Canal in a private boat.

Venice by Private Boat

Expert English-speaking guide

Grand Canal boat cruise

Venice Discovery Private Tour

Dive into Venice's dark history at its grand Gothic palace, Bridge of Sighs, and ancient dungeons

The Golden Staircase - Lavishly decorated staircase still today leads up to the apartments once used by the doge!

Golden Staircase

The Giant Staircase - Before exploring further galleries and rooms, we get a look at this grandiose staircase.

Giants Staircase

Eerie prison cells - See the darker side of the Doge's Palace and you visit prison cells where Venetian prisoners suffered in grim conditions.

Prison Cells

Bridge of Sighs - While millions of visitors look at this bridge from the distance, see it from the inside. Experience it through the eyes of a prisoner, headed to face judgement. 

The Palace Courtyard - Marvel at the glorious internal courtyard of the palace, and imagine the lush parties that the Doge used to throw over here.

Palace Courtyard

Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace

Private guided tour the palace highlights

See famous artwork and the Golden Staircase

Bridge of Sighs, prison cells, and much more

A passionate, English-speaking private guide

Venice Doge's Palace Private Tour

Uncover the storied history of Venice’s most iconic landmarks including the top of the Basilica

End at the Basilica​  - Your unique tour of Venice ends at the Basilica.​

Doge's Palace​ - Enter the ancient residence of the Doge of Venice avoiding long lines.​

Giant's Staircase​ - Listen to your guide as she tells you all the stories about this historical building.

Palace interior​ - Paolo Veranese's canvases and other intricate decorations are a must-see during your visit.​

Bridge of Sights​ - This historical bridge connects the palace to the old prison.​

St. Mark's Basilica​ - Proceed with the short walk that will lead you to the Basilica.​

Pala d'Oro​ - Admire this magnificent altarpiece and learn all about its significance.​

The BEST Tours Around St. Mark’s Square

Discover the best of Venice's historic central square with St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, gondola rides, and more!

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Half-Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Venice in a Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Ultimate Venice in a Day with Murano and Burano

Private Venice Highlights Tour with Gondola Ride

Venice Discovery Private Tour

Venice Doge's Palace Private Tour

The Doge's Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica Terraces Skip-the-Line Tour

Gondola Ride & Venice Walking Tour

Private Venice Tour: St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and Gondola Ride

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