Public Tour: The Most Complete Tour of Venice
Description
Explore Venice history on this 5-hour guided walking tour through the most characteristic and important places. Visit the Basilica of St. Mark's and the Doge's Palace.
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Itinerary
Description origins, history and description of the main monuments from outside: Basilica San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Bell Tower, Clock Tower and Procuratie.
The "Doge’s Pantheon", the Great School of Charity, the Captains of Fortune
History and anecdotes related to this wonderful and characteristic square
This palazzo represented for centuries the seat of the Venetian political power. In his splendid rooms, plastered and immersed in hundreds of masterpieces of painting, the Duke and his Council controlled the fate of a thousand-year history republic. The halls of power, plunging visitors in a very particular historical context: the European Middle Ages and the immediately following centuries. Be surprised of the rich details of the gold staircase, of the realism of the scenes depicted by many artists who have decorated this building, relive the anguish of the prisoners crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs, and entering the Venetian prisons, famous for hosting Giacomo Casanova.
One of the most majestic cathedrals of the world! Enjoy the visit of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, unique of its kind in Italy. Have the pleasure to savor beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, sitting comfortably while our guide will show the represented biblical scenes, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Proper clothing is required while visiting the Basilica
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- For security reasons backpacks are not allowed
- The tour is not guaranteed with adverse weather conditions
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica
- Basilica tickets official price is 12€ per person for Tour Operators
Reviews(4)
Certainly covered the sites that were mentioned in the description, but NOT a max of 15 people, as stated. Over 30 in our walking tour. Hard to corral all of the people in that very busy area. Guide was pointing to attractions that we could not see. Busy and frantic tour. Disappointing.
Tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, enjoyed the experience and definitely would recommend doing this tour. I do recommend taking some snacks and water with on the tour as it is full on and about 4 hours long.
