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Venice in a Day: the main highlights of the city

Venice, Italy

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Venice in a Day: the main highlights of the city

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Overview

Duration

3h 30min

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

Venice in a day tour is a combination city tour, of 4 of our most popular tours taken in Venice and the best way to spend your time in Venice.

Starting in Saint Mark’s square, this atmospheric walking tour will then whisk you away from the crowded streets into the treasure filled pockets of the Castello area.
A qualified guide will walk you through the hidden squares, winding canals and historical buildings providing you with a perfect introduction to the origins, symbols, traditions, architecture, and life in current day Venice.

The tour then continues with the guided visit inside the Doge's Palace and the Saint Marks Basilica.

The walking tour ends in Saint Mark's square at 1.00 pm
At this time you will have approx 2 hours free to stroll around the area or to have lunch (not included)

The last appointment of your package is the 30 min classic gondola ride at 3:00 pm or 5.15 pm (verify the availability on your date).

What to remember

Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Please arrive at each meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour. Large bags and rucksacks are NOT allowed inside the Basilica or Doge's Palace. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered inside the Basilica. On occasion, Saint Mark's Basilica may be closed due to public holidays, religious ceremonies, private events or high water and the local service provider is not always informed in advance. Near public transportation. Infants must sit on laps. For children document required. All the late arrivals or no show are NO REFUND!. Most travelers can participate. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

What's included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly. 30-minute shared gondola ride (not guided). 1-hour 30 min external walking tour from St Marks square to Castello area. Entrance fees for the St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. Correr museum entrance ticket to visit on your own. Entry/Admission - Basilica di San Marco. Entry/Admission - Museo Correr. Entry/Admission - Doge's Palace. Entry/Admission - Gondola Bauer