Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square Private Walking Tour
Overview
Step into the heart of Venice’s history and grandeur with this private tour of St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace, two of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Led by an expert guide, this experience unveils the rich past of the Venetian Republic, blending art, politics, and architecture in an exclusive, in-depth exploration.
Admire the stunning St. Mark’s Basilica, its shimmering mosaics, and the elegant surroundings of Piazza San Marco, once the epicenter of Venetian power. Then, enter the Doge’s Palace, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, where the city’s rulers once governed. Walk through ornate chambers adorned with masterpieces by Tintoretto and Veronese, ascend the Golden Staircase, and cross the Bridge of Sighs to the palace’s haunting prison cells.
With a private guide, enjoy a personalized and immersive journey into Venice’s political intrigues, artistic treasures, and historic wonders, making this tour an unforgettable way to experience the city's past.
What's Included
- Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets
- Official Private Tour Guide
- Transfers from to Hotel
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
328, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Piazza San Marco
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Doge's Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets.
- Official Private Tour Guide.
- Transfers from to Hotel.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square Private Walking Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venice: Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Square Private Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets
- Official Private Tour Guide
- Transfers from to Hotel
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
