Venice: Power & Religion in Venice Tour in English
ID: GYG129783-192858
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:15 hours
Description
Discover the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica in all its glory.
The Doge's Palace 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. The halls of power, plunging visitors in a particular historical context: the European Middle Ages and the immediate 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.
Continue the tour with St. Mark’s Basilica, one of the most majestic cathedrals in the world. Enjoy the visit of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, unique of its kind in Italy. Have the pleasure to savor the beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, sitting comfortably while your guide will show you represented biblical scenes, the history and the particularities of this ancient basilica.
Highlights
- Enjoy the visit to the Doge's Palace, the ancient seat of Venetian political power
- Admire the golden treasures hosted in St. Mark's Basilica
- Have the pleasure to savor beautiful gold mosaics and marble inlays
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• The tour is not guaranteed with adverse weather conditions
• Proper clothing (no shorts or tank tops) is required while visiting the basilica
• For security reasons backpacks are not allowed
• This tour does not operate on Sundays and other religious holidays
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants are required to bring and wear FFP2 masks. Blue surgical masks will not be accepted
Meet on Calle Larga de l’Ascension, in front of the Turive kiosk near St. Mark’s Square.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
