Explore two of Venice's must-see attractions after the crowds have gone home with nothing but a small group and an expert guide. You will not only enjoy privileged access to the Doge's Palace, minimizing your time in line, but you will get private access to St.Mark's Basilica after hours! In just a few hours, see two top sites and get memories that will last a lifetime.

Your evening starts with a guided tour of the Doge's Palace. Visiting at last entry-time, you'll get to explore rooms like the Armory, the Hall of the Great Council. the spooky prisons and the Bridge of Sighs during the quietest time of day, allowing you the time and space to really appreciate this incredible building.

Your tour will continue over to St. Mark's Basilica, which will already have closed for the evening. Step inside and experience Venice's most important site empty! As you explore the church, including the crypt, your guide will tell you all about this incredible building and its beautiful artifacts including the main altar and the famous Byzantine altarpiece, the Pala d'Oro.

Sights included:

St. Mark's Basilica (at night!)
Special access to the Pala d'Oro
St. Marks' Basilica Crypt
St. Mark's Square
Doge's Palace
Palace Armory
Bridge of Sighs
Prisons
Bell Tower (outside)
The Marciana Library (outside)
Torre d'Orologio (outside)

Experience being inside St.Mark's Basilica after hours: no crowds, no lines!
Gain privileged entrance to the Doge's Palace and explore one of Venice's most famous sites
Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 25 people

Important to know

Not suitable for:

Due to site restrictions, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

Not allowed:

Backpacks are prohibited inside St. Mark's Basilica

Know in advance:

Please note that there may be a break of up to 2 hours between the Doge's Palace tour and the after-hour visit to St. Mark's Basilica, due to the temporary earlier closing time at the Doge's Palace. In this case, your guide will provide bar/restaurant recommendations. This may extend the overall length of the tour
This tour runs rain or shine. However, occasionally St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace are closed to the public, without previous notice, due to high tides or particular festivities
The sites visited on this tour are occasionally closed due to special celebrations or high tides. If a site is closed, you will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, you'll be contacted before the tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time
The Basilica is a holy place and attire must be appropriate. All participants regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. The tour operator cannot be held responsible for being denied entry due to improper clothing
Please note that all guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
The maximum group size is 25 people

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Skip-the-line tickets
Individual headset
Tour guide

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Piazza San Marco, 76, 30124 Venice VE, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet your guide under the portico, just outside the entrance of the Correr Museum. Please show up at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the start time.