St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride
Overview
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9 hours 30 minutes
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Want to explore the best of Venice with limited time on your hands? This tour combines some of the city's most Prestigeous sites in a one-day itinerary! Enjoy skip the line access into the St Marks Church, marvel the hallways of the Doges Palace and explore the city from the waterfront during your gondola ride - accompanied by one of our Gondoliers!
After some leisure time for lunch our tour embarks on an adventure to explore the world renown islands of Murano and Burano. Our guide will whisk you through the islands most charming streets on your way to witness the age-old craft of Lace making and Glass Blowing. This tour is the perfect combo of Venetian History, Local Craftmanship and Sightseeing!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not allowed inside.
All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.
Please note that depending on the start time the itinerary order can vary.
This tour consists of two parts and includes free time for lunch (at your own expense)
The remainder of the itinerary is spent walking from one place to the next alongside the guide and travelling to the next site
What To Expect
Basilica di San Marco
We provide the skip the line tickets, so walk right past the long queue and go right on inside. During November through March, St. Mark’s Basilica does not offer skip the line entry because lines are generally non-existent.
Palazzo Ducale
As you explore the Doge’s Palace, you’ll hear about the wild ways of the Venetian Republic under the rule of elected magistrates. This tour not only showcases the interior of this ornate palace, but also goes in depth about the crime and legal system that was once in place in the city of Venice. Admire classic works of Venetian art and visit Doge’s Palace’s main sights, such as the Grand Staircase and the Bridge of Sighs. You'll even get to see some of the prison cells that were functional during the time of the Venetian Republic.
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St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride
What‘s Included
Lace making demonstration in Burano
Free time for Lunch (at own expense)
Glass Blowing Demonstration
Professional, English Speaking Guide
30 Minute Gondola Ride
Timed-entry ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (€12)
Some Free Time to Explore Burano Island
Round Trip Transportation to/from Murano & Burano Island
Skip-the-line Entry and Guided tour of the Doge’s Palace
Skip-the-Line Entry and Guided tour of St Marks Basilica
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
967 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful tour guides the...
Ariella S,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour guides the whole time. Especially Flavia! Beautiful and thorough way to explore Venice in a day. Would recommend to anyone who has a short stay in Venice and wants to see as much as possible.
All day adventure with the tour guy.
Diana D,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent the day touring the Doges palace, St Marks, took a gondola ride and boat ride to the isles of Murano and Burano. Wonderful experience at all places. Such an incredible place to see. So much history and scenery to learn about. Doing this all in one day is a lot but you get a break for lunch and can rest your feet on the boat rides.
Very efficient tour with a variety of places and things to enjoy!
paulabF9004HB,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was excellent from start to finish. The schedule was on time with just the right amount of time in each area. Serena and Marco were both wonderful guides!😎
Rita is awesome!
128liyanaa,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rita was so funny and such a knowledgeable tour guide! She made the experience so much more enjoyable!
Amazing wxo
X8057LSkathrynh,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Both of our guides were very knowledgeable and able to explain what we were seeing. It definitely helped to make the experience more enjoyable.
Full day Venice Tour
lynnettp2026,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great history and facts throughout the tour with the kindest guides!
Full Day
Christina W,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience for our family. Loved seeing the two islands.
Fabulous
lisasO3612PD,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gaia was an e cement host, gave lots of information on the rides over to the islands, and tips on where to go and what to see. Would highly recommend as a nice, quiet escape from the crowds of Venice!
Wonderful experience
kkW6980QI,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide for both parts of the day were fantastic. Only feedback is the ear set. It was difficult to stay on this hard to hear.
Great tour! I'd recommend...
john f,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! I'd recommend it to anybody that would like to get the history of Venice and see some amazing sites. great tour!
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