From the piazza we’ll head into a special entrance of the basilica accessible only to visitors joining a special night tour of St. Mark’s. It goes without saying that we won’t have to wait in line. As it is after hours, the church will be dark when we enter. But then as the lights are turned on one by one, the full majesty of St. Mark’s Basilica will be revealed in all its glory. The basilica’s glittering mosaics extend over more than 4,000 square metres, and this jaw-dropping expanse of gold has for good reason given St. Mark’s the nickname of the Church of Gold.
On our tour, your expert guide will teach you about the complicated iconography of these mosaics, how they were made and the enormous influence they were to have on the story of medieval art. From the oldest mosaics, crafted in the 11th-century, through the highpoint of medieval artisanship in the 1200s and right up to designs created by Renaissance and Mannerist masters like Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese.
Not wheelchair accessible. Stroller accessible. Near public transportation. Most travelers can participate. A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.. As this is a walking tour through various areas of the city centre, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.. Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes early and at the right meeting point as we cannot wait for late arrivals.. Please advise during the booking process if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Museo Correr, P.za San Marco, 52, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy