St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Evening Tour in Venice

Discover Venice’s religious art and the stories of its rulers on a shared guided walking tour. Take in glittering mosaics and opulent palace interiors as you explore the city’s religious and political history.

• Step inside St. Mark’s Basilica after it closes to the public
• Explore Doge’s Palace with after-closing admission

Itinerary

1. Meet at Correr Museum for departure at 17:30, 17:50, or 18:00.
2. Explore St. Mark's Basilica, the National Library of St. Mark's, the Clock Tower, Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, and St. Mark's Square on a 3-hour 30-minute guided tour.
3. Finish at Piazza San Marco, 52 at 21:00, 21:20, or 21:30, depending on your departure time.

What's Included

• Admission to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace
• English-speaking guide
• Headset

Important details

• Children aged 0–14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Children aged 0–1 join free; ages 15+ use the adult rate.
• Requires considerable walking and stair climbing.
• This tour is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
• Cover your shoulders and knees to enter the basilica; a scarf or shawl is acceptable. Entry may be refused if you do not meet the dress requirements.
• Do not bring large bags or backpacks into the basilica.
• Sites may close for religious observances, high tides, or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour its exterior instead.
• On some days, a break of up to one hour between the palace and basilica visits may extend the tour’s overall length.
• Arrive 15 minutes before your departure time.