Venice Private Evening Stroll with VIP Entry to Saint Mark's After Hours
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $457 / person
- Location
- Venice, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- LivTours
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is outside the church of San Giacomo di Rialto, in Campo San Giacomo di Rialto - Rialto Bridge Area. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
Description
In this 2.5 hour Venice Private Evening Stroll with VIP Entry to Saint Mark's Basilica you will be led through the magic and mysterious streets of the City on Water, just as darkness falls and the streets are quieting down after the business of day. Stroll through the charming back streets in the company of your very own Private Guide, and witness the city's enchanting atmosphere as its ghost-like nature truly comes to life. Culminate the night with a truly Exclusive Experience: explore Saint Mark's Basilica AFTER it has closed to the general public and its doors are exclusively re-opened just for you. All other tourists will have long gone home, and the Basilica will be all yours to enjoy! Get up close to the Pala d’Oro, descend into the crypt, and marvel at the 85,000 square feet of Golden Mosaics entirely covering the basilica's interior, and watch them come to life in a stunning light show. You will never forget this incredible night, surely to be a once in a lifetime experience.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Fri, and Sun
- Start times
- 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 30
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $457
- Child (ages 3–17)
- $227
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $912.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 26.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
In this 2.5 hour Venice Private Evening Stroll with VIP Entry to Saint Mark's Basilica you will be led through the magic and mysterious streets of the City on Water, just as darkness falls and the streets are quieting down after the business of day. Stroll through the charming back streets in the company of your very own Private Professional Expert Guide, and witness the city's enchanting atmosphere as its dramatic and almost ghost-like nature truly comes to life. See the beautifully charming Campo San Giacomo, stroll through the maze of tiny and winding streets and canals, awe at the beautiful Ponte di Rialto, and more, as you make you way to Saint Mark's Basilica.
Basilica di San Marco
Culminate the night with a truly Exclusive Experience: explore Saint Mark's Basilica AFTER it has closed to the general public and its doors are exclusively re-opened just for us. All other tourists will have long gone home, and the Basilica will be all yours to enjoy in the quiet and magic of night! Get up close to the Pala d’Oro, descend down into the spooky crypt, and marvel at the 85,000 square feet of Golden Mosaics entirely covering the basilica's interior, and watch them come to life in a stunning light show. You will never forget this incredible night, surely to be a once in a lifetime experience. An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.
What's included
Included
Exclusive VIP After Hours access to Saint Mark's Basilica
Private Tour with a Professional Local Expert Guide
See San Giacomo, Rialto Bridge, the Bridge of Sighs, and the alleys and canals in the quiet of night
Not included
Gratuities (optional)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
16 reviews
How it compares in Venice
- Rated higher than 87% of 560 reviewed tours in Venice
Excurgo comparison of 1,977 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please Note: due to these unprecedented times and unexpected regulation changes, some areas may not be accessible if the venue can not guarantee social distancing for that part of the tour.
- An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark's Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.
- 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.
- Admission to St. Mark’s Basilica is included (valued from €50 per person).
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Venice Private Evening Stroll with VIP Entry to Saint Mark's After Hours lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $457 per person for this Venice experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $912. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, starting at 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–17 pay from $227, adults from $457. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The meeting point is outside the church of San Giacomo di Rialto, in Campo San Giacomo di Rialto - Rialto Bridge Area. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Please Note: due to these unprecedented times and unexpected regulation changes, some areas may not be accessible if the venue can not guarantee social distancing for that part of the tour.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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