Venice: Private Walking Tour with Saint Mark's Basilica
ID: GYG221262-380439
Category:
Sight Seeing
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the sights of Venice on a 2-hour private walking tour. Admire city icons such as the Rialto Bridge, Grand Canal and St. Mark’s Square and enter St. Mark’s Basilica for panoramic views of the neighboring lagoon.
Your tour begins in Campo San Giacometto, a picturesque piazza located in the bustling Rialto area. See one of the oldest churches in Venice, the San Giacometto church, and explore the daily market next to the Grand Canal, where locals buy fresh produce. Admire Rialto Bridge and walk up to its highest point for a dazzling view of the Grand Canal. Wander a maze of small alleys and grand piazzas through Venice’s historic neighborhoods, and hear entertaining stories about Venetian families.
Pass the church of San Giovanni Crisostomo, see the Santi Giovanni e Paolo church, and admire the Gothic and Renaissance facades of the church of Santa Maria Formosa. Arrive in St. Mark’s Square, facing St. Mark’s Basilica. Learn about the power struggles of the neighboring Doge’s Palace, and skip the long lines to enter the famous Saint Mark's Basilica. Admire the huge golden mosaics, and go to the top terrace for beautiful views inside the church and across St. Mark’s Square.
Highlights
- Enjoy a private walking tour with a professional local guide
- Discover the interior of Saint Mark's Basilica, skipping the long lines
- Enjoy a panoramic view of the Grand Canal from the highest point of Rialto Bridge
- Marvel at the facade of Saint Mark's Campanile (the bell tower)
- Admire the beauty of the square of San Giacomo di Rialto
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Until further notice, entrance inside St. Mark’s Basilica is not possible due to ongoing restoration work. Tours will visit the basilica's Terrace and its Museum instead
• Please note that knees and shoulders need to be covered to enter Saint Mark's Basilica
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc). Participants under 18 may also use a school photo ID. Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult who meets the above requirements. Participants who do not comply with these requirements will be denied entry or asked to leave the theater
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
In front of San Giacometto di Rialto Church, Campo San Giacometto, 1 Venice. Your guide will be holding a sign with the local partner's name on it.
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.
