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3.8/5(1,520)

Hillary R

Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
My husband and I went on the tour to St Mark's Basilica and we were very impressed. The tour is very well organised and professional, my husband and I got very lost trying to get there, the kind tour organisers rang us to see where we were and sent us a pin, crucial in Venice. We were in a small group of 10 people with Francesca as our guide. Francesca was brilliant, she is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide with deep historical knowledge of Venice and its churches and museums. She took us across St Mark's Square while explaining the early history of Venice, its establishment and by whom, taking us through the centuries and the history of the building of the Basilica. Once inside, Francesca shared her wealth of knowledge by explaining each mosaic panel overhead, greatly enhancing and enriching the experience. She also explained the history of the different sections of the Basilica, the different stones used and also how St Mark ended up in the Basilica- a very interesting story about the Crusades. I probably would not have know where to look first without her guidance and structured approach. Francesca told other anecdotes and answered questions, she is clearly a knowledgeable scholar of Venetian history. I had studied art history back in the day but this was way beyond what you can find as a generic description of the Basilica. This was the best tour I have been on of its kind and definitely recommend it. Thank you Francesca for enhancing our visit, we will definitely sign up for other Headout tours! Thank you also to the kind organisers for helping us find the meeting spot

Miguel B

Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
It was pretty simple—they told us where to redeem it, and that was it. The strangest thing was that there wasn't a QR code at the entrance, but it isn't necessary.

Norman B

Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Smooth process - good organization and an excellent guide in St. Mark's Basilica - fully satisfied - the only thing was that the audio receiver was too quiet and couldn't be made louder.

Shannon G

Group
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Our guide host, Anna, was incredible! She was with us inside for explanations for the first 30 minutes and new so much about the Basilica and history! This was a great surprise as we expected only audio. She had ear clips to hear easily and was easy to follow! Highly recommend! The Basilica is gorgeous and rich with history - everyone including kids age 10-12 enjoyed!

Schemenko L

Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The Milan Cathedral is absolutely breathtaking! The architecture, both inside and out, is a true masterpiece. The admission fee was totally worth it. Tip: Be sure to buy tickets online in advance—it saves a lot of time waiting in line. The highlight was walking up to the roof—the view over Milan is unforgettable!

Anastasia F

Group
Verified booking
Last week
Michela, the guide who took us on the tour of St. Mark’s, was excellent. One note: the booking website clearly stated that we could enter the Doge’s Palace at any time (from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). However, when we printed our tickets, entry was only allowed starting at 12:00 p.m.
    • Step into St. Mark’s Basilica through a dedicated hosted entrance and avoid the regular ticketing crowds.

    • See 8,000 sq. meters of golden mosaics, soaring domes, marble details, and Byzantine architecture inside the basilica.

    • Follow a marked route designed for a smooth 20-minute visit through the basilica’s key interiors.

    • Get host assistance at entry, with your voucher exchanged for the official ticket at the meeting point.

    • Upgrade to add an audio guide, Pala d’Oro access, or entry to the Terrace and St. Mark’s Museum.

    • Hosted and timed entry to St. Mark's Basilica

    • Access to Pala d’Oro (as per option selected)

    • Audio guide app in English, French, Italian, and German (as per option selected)

    • Access to the Terrace & St. Mark's Museum (as per option selected)

    • Guided tour

    • Access to Torcello Cathedral

    • Access to Salute Sacristy

    • Access to Manfrediniana Art Gallery

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    What our guests say

    Shannon G

    Group
    Verified booking
    Aug 2026
    Our guide host, Anna, was incredible! She was with us inside for explanations for the first 30 minutes and new so much about the Basilica and history! This was a great surprise as we expected only audio. She had ear clips to hear easily and was easy to follow! Highly recommend! The Basilica is gorgeous and rich with history - everyone including kids age 10-12 enjoyed!

    Hillary R

    Couple
    Verified booking
    6 days ago
    My husband and I went on the tour to St Mark's Basilica and we were very impressed. The tour is very well organised and professional, my husband and I got very lost trying to get there, the kind tour organisers rang us to see where we were and sent us a pin, crucial in Venice. We were in a small group of 10 people with Francesca as our guide. Francesca was brilliant, she is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide with deep historical knowledge of Venice and its churches and museums. She took us across St Mark's Square while explaining the early history of Venice, its establishment and by whom, taking us through the centuries and the history of the building of the Basilica. Once inside, Francesca shared her wealth of knowledge by explaining each mosaic panel overhead, greatly enhancing and enriching the experience. She also explained the history of the different sections of the Basilica, the different stones used and also how St Mark ended up in the Basilica- a very interesting story about the Crusades. I probably would not have know where to look first without her guidance and structured approach. Francesca told other anecdotes and answered questions, she is clearly a knowledgeable scholar of Venetian history. I had studied art history back in the day but this was way beyond what you can find as a generic description of the Basilica. This was the best tour I have been on of its kind and definitely recommend it. Thank you Francesca for enhancing our visit, we will definitely sign up for other Headout tours! Thank you also to the kind organisers for helping us find the meeting spot

    Schemenko L

    Group
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    The Milan Cathedral is absolutely breathtaking! The architecture, both inside and out, is a true masterpiece. The admission fee was totally worth it. Tip: Be sure to buy tickets online in advance—it saves a lot of time waiting in line. The highlight was walking up to the roof—the view over Milan is unforgettable!

    Anastasia F

    Group
    Verified booking
    Last week
    Michela, the guide who took us on the tour of St. Mark’s, was excellent. One note: the booking website clearly stated that we could enter the Doge’s Palace at any time (from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). However, when we printed our tickets, entry was only allowed starting at 12:00 p.m.

    Patricia R

    Group
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    Doge’s Palace was absolutely worth seeing—rich history, grand architecture, and breathtaking rooms that feel like stepping into Venice’s past. The art, details, and sheer scale made it unforgettable, even though we missed St. Mark’s due to a time crunch.

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