St. Mark's Basilica Guided Tour With Gondola Ride

Explore Venice through its extraordinary architecture and timeless waterways, beginning with a guided visit to St. Mark’s Basilica before setting off on a classic gondola ride.

Getting started

Begin your experience with a guided visit to St. Mark’s Basilica, where priority access helps you make the most of your time. Follow your expert guide through this celebrated landmark before continuing to your Venetian gondola ride.

What to expect

St. Mark’s Basilica

Step inside one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks, renowned for its Byzantine architecture, shimmering golden mosaics, and centuries of religious and artistic history.

Features

• Explore the basilica on a 1.5-hour guided tour and learn about its history and cultural significance.

• Admire intricate mosaics depicting biblical stories and historical events across its magnificent interiors.

• Discover the architectural details, from grand domes to elaborate marble floors and columns.

• Hear stories about the basilica’s origins, the relics of St. Mark, and the treasures that reflect Venice’s historic connections with the East.

Classic Venetian gondola ride

Continue your experience with a traditional gondola ride through Venice’s waterways. Leave the busy streets behind as you glide past historic buildings and charming bridges, discovering a different side of the city from the water.

Features

• Enjoy a classic Venetian gondola ride through the city’s picturesque canals.

• Take in views of historic buildings and elegant bridges from the water.

• Experience the quieter waterways and distinctive scenery that make Venice a city like no other.