Venice Doge’s Palace & Basilica: The Legacy of the Roman Empire™
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Venice Doge’s Palace & Basilica: The Legacy of the Roman Empire™

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What to expect

What is this tour about? Guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica from an ambassador’s perspective. Follow the ceremonial route once reserved for foreign envoys and discover how Venice proudly claimed its Eastern Roman legacy. Who are you during the visit? You are not just a visitor, but an ambassador, sharing the viewpoint of those who once represented empires before the Doge. What will you see? St. Mark’s Basilica with its golden mosaics, the Doge’s Palace halls of power, and the prisons with the Bridge of Sighs. How does the experience begin? With a short VR introduction showing St. Mark’s Square through the centuries. Can I upgrade the experience? Yes. Add a gondola ride and experience Venice as ambassadors once did, arriving by water. Doge's Palace and Basilica: The Legacy of the Roman Empire™ © Venice Tours S.r.l. Licensed to City Tours Co. Ltd. All rights reserved.

Before booking

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A valid ID document is mandatory for security checks at the entrance to the Basilica.
  • For security reasons, large bags and luggage are not permitted inside St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, or on the gondola.
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee.
  • Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide or in case of unexpected religious functions (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded)
  • For the visit of the Basilica suitable clothing is required (no shorts)
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for guests with walking disabilities.
  • In case of exceptionally high tide or extremely bad weather, parts of the tour may be canceled or rescheduled. If this occurs, an alternative tour or a new date may be offered.
  • Access to the Basilica may be restricted during religious services.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.