Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica Fast-Track Tour in Venice

4.6(182)2 hFree cancellationBy Crown Tours

About this activity

Discover the two landmarks that reveal Venice’s faith, wealth, and political power. With a guide, explore St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace as their art and history come to life.

Inside St. Mark’s Basilica, admire golden mosaics, marble details, and centuries-old symbolism. Continue to the Doge’s Palace, where grand chambers, monumental artworks, the Bridge of Sighs, and historic prisons reveal the world of the Venetian Republic.

Choose the option that suits your visit.

The standard option includes a guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.

Select the terrace option to continue with a host to St. Mark’s Museum and the Basilica terrace, home to the famous horses and views over St. Mark’s Square.

Choose the Bell Tower option to visit the Campanile with a host after the guided tour and enjoy sweeping views across Venice and the lagoon.

For a more personal visit, select the private option and explore both landmarks with a guide dedicated exclusively to your group.

What's included

✓On-Site Assistance at Meeting Point
✓Complimentary Entry to Museo Correr (not guided)
✓Exclusive Digital Content via Crown Tours App
✓Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace
✓Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark's Basilica
✓Complimentary Entry to Monumental Rooms of Biblioteca Marciana (not guided)
✓Personal Audio System
✓Guided Tour of Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica
✓Complimentary Entry to National Archaeological Museum (not guided)
✓Professional Licensed Tour Guide
✓Optional Upgrade: Self-led Visit of St. Mark’s Basilica’s Terrace/Bell Tower

Not included

✕Food & Drinks
✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meet us in St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco). Walk towards Caffè Florian, the historic café on the side of the square. Our meeting point is just past it in the open square. Look for our team in purple “Crown Tours” t-shirts — easy to spot and ready to welcome you..

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets are nominative. Name/s provided during the booking must match the valid photo ID presented by each participant. Entry may be denied otherwise.
Visitors aged 11+ (Basilica-only) or 6+ (Doge’s Palace) must buy a standard adult ticket.
Please note that St. Mark's Basilica enforces a strict dress code. Visitors must always cover their knees and shoulders.
Skip-the-line does not bypass security check lines. During peak season, wait times may be longer.
The Basilica is an active place of worship. Access may be restricted or modified without notice due to religious events, high tide or crowd control.
Audioguides are provided via the Crown Tours App. Due to limited local connectivity, we strongly recommend downloading the app beforehand (requires 500 MB). Bring a charged smartphone & personal headphones.
From January 1, 2026, the entry fee for Basilica-only access is €12. Optional access: Museum or Pala d’Oro €24; Museum and Pala d’Oro €36; Campanile €18; Doge’s Palace €35; Extended Museum Pass €40. Remaining value covers operational costs, including audioguide provision and hosting services, or certified guides with whisper devices.
For skip-the-line hosted tickets, you will join a group at the meeting point and must remain with your assigned host for entry. Hosted access does not bypass security checks.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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