Guided Tours

St. Mark's Basilica Night Tour with Optional Doge's Palace

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Join this peaceful night tour of St. Mark's Basilica as the guard unlocks the doors after the crowds disperse, for an intimate exploration with a guide.

Highlights

Enjoy the intimacy of after-hours exploration as you gain exclusive access to one of the world’s most extraordinary churches after closing.
With your guide, learn the history of the Crypt, offering a peek into the Church's ancient foundations, while witnessing the charm of St. Mark's Square.
Don't miss the Pala d’Oro Altarpiece, gleaming under the night sky, before exploring the majestic Bell Tower and the 16th-century Marciana Library.
Upgrade for entry to the famous Doge's Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture that served as a seat of power for the Republic of Venice.
Fun fact: St. Mark's Basilica houses over 85,000 square feet of mosaic, equivalent to covering 1.5 American football fields.

Inclusions

Exclusive access ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (after closing)
Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour
Headset
Entry to Doge's Palace (optional)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Ebony

5/5

Apr, 2024

Guide was superb. And being able to experience the basilica in a small group at night was extraordinary.

Brian

5/5

Apr, 2024

Jenny

5/5

Jan, 2024

Marcella

4/5

May, 2022

Mathew

5/5

Sep, 2021

This tour was phenomenal. Seeing the ceiling slowly light up while sitting down and looking up at it, left us in awe! Plus we felt like we had the place to ourselves, which made for a very peaceful tour. You will not be disappointed!

Your Experience

This exclusive tour will take you through one of the most unique and awe-inspiring churches in the world: St. Mark's Basilica. Here you’ll get to see the unique mix of Western and Byzantine art. Your expert guide will even take you through the epic story of its construction.

Most importantly, during this after-hours tour, you will not only get to visit St. Mark's Square but also the church and its 43,000 square feet of golden mosaics. You will then descend into the crypt to see where some of Venice's most famous inhabitants are buried (when it isn't flooded). Then you will get to see the beautiful altar and the famous Pala d'Oro altarpiece with nearly 2,000 precious gems. All of this, without noisy crowds - what more can one ask for?

If you've chosen it as an option, you'll also get to see Doge's Palace, a historic landmark that served as the seat of Venetian political power for centuries.

Know before you go

Accessibility

The tour is wheelchair-accessible. However, you are required to provide a notice in advance.

Additional information

You can only carry small bags as there is no luggage or coat check.
On certain days there may be a short break between the visit to the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica (never more than one hour). This may extend the overall length of the tour.
Dress code: Wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.

Sites Visited

St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
St. Mark's Basilica
St. Mark's Crypt
Pala d’Oro Altarpiece
Bell Tower in St. Mark's Square (exterior)
Marciana Library (exterior)
Doge's Palace (optional)

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs.
Kindly ensure that you arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.