Absolute Venice: walking tour, The Doge's Palaces & Golden Basilica

General information

Destination	Category
Venice, Italy	Attractions/Entertainment

Program details

Combine three exciting tours of Venice for a fun and comprehensive experience of the Serenissima Repubblica, the best way of learning all there is to know about Europe´s most beautiful city

Highlights
- Stroll through the heart of Venice
- Marvel the opulence of Doge´s Palace
- Roam around the most majestic cathedral in Venice: The Golden Basilica

Make the most of your stay in Venice and discover the most iconic landmarks on a combined tour of this wonderful city.



What better way to get your bearings of the city than a delightful walking tour through the heart of Venice. Begin with an eye-opening stroll at the magnificent Piazza San Marco, one of the most famous plazas in the world. Admire spectacular architecture such as the Basilica di San Marco, the 15th-century Clock Tower; adorned by 2 bronze figures which strike the bell hourly and much more. Head off towards the Piazza Santa Maria Formosa, another square popular with the locals and discover Venice´s most interesting buildings such as Marco Polo’s home and even the Pantheon of Venice. Top off the walking tour with a stroll through the Mercerie, home to boutiques and high-end designer stores.



Pass through the famous arches of Doge´s Palace as you start your second tour, where you will discover the opulence, grandeur and beauty of this Venetian Palace. As you wander through the different rooms, behold the priceless ornaments and exquisite decor and lavish paintings. Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and relive the anguish that the prisoners endured before delving into the sinister prisons, where the legendary Giacomo Casanova was held.



The final tour, and one not to be missed is the Basilica di San Marco: The Golden Basilica, by far the most majestic cathedral in Venice. Roam around the interior of this masterpiece of byzantine art and feast your eyes on the shimmering golden mosaics and marble inlays. After learning all about the biblical scenes represented in the cathedral, this tour offers an optional private boat trip to Murano to visit the glass factory that blows life into Venice’s famous glass.

Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Location
Starting point:
St Mark's Clocktower
Under the clock at San Marco Square

End point: Same as starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
09:00 - 13:00

Duration: 4 Hours

Guiding options
Guiding type: Guide