Venice is a beautiful city but it doesn’t really come to life until you have an expert, local Venetian guide to show you around and tell you the stories that take you deep into the history and lore of the city. In a group of no more than 20 people, you will have intimate access to your guide and be able to ask them all the questions you want about the improbable history of one of the world’s most unique cities.

As you explore these jaw-dropping spaces, your expert local guide will bring them to life with the histories and stories of how they were built and the human dramas that played out inside. History buffs and casual visitors alike will love the way this tour brings the stones of Venice to life.

We start in the world‐famous St. Mark’s Square, taking a moment to appreciate the space before diving into St. Mark’s Cathedral. Here you will get a deep look at the way that Venice built a mercantile empire that once spanned the entire Mediterranean. As you gape at the mosaics and other treasures inside, your expert Venetian guide will explain how the city begged, borrowed, and yes, stole, almost all of them as it grew from a tiny island to one of the biggest powers in the Medieval world. You’ll also get special access to the first-floor terrace where you can see the famous horses stolen from Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade as well as amazing views over St Mark’s Square and the city.

Next, it’s off to the Doge’s Palace, where pre‐reserved tickets once again get us past the lines and inside what was the political heart of the empire for hundreds of years. Here you’ll visit the Doge’s own opulent apartments and the Hall of the Great Council where matters of state were decided under beautiful frescoes by Veronese and Tintoretto, You’ll also see the armory and the New Prisons, where you’ll learn about the grim lives of anyone unlucky enough to be taken, prisoner. You’ll also find out the secret behind the mysterious black veil that interrupts the official series of Doge’s portraits. Hint: it will make you not want to work in the Venetian government.

Finally, you’ll wander over the Bridge of Sighs and learn why this romantic icon is a little grimmer than you have probably been taught.

Important information
This tour will be exclusively guided in English.
Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and/or flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site.
If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
If high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, adjustments to the route will be made for your safety and comfort.
On certain dates, most travellers staying outside Venice who wish to visit for the day must pay a €5 access fee directly to the Municipality of Venice. For further details (including exceptions) and to find out on which days this fee applies and how to register or make payment, please visit: https://cda.ve.it/en/. The fee is not required if you are only visiting the islands of Murano, Torcello and Burano


Inclusions: 
Tickets


Exclusions: 
Wheelchair access


Important Info: 
St. Mark's Basilica can be subject to unforeseen closures due to particular liturgical celebrations.
 Shoulders and knees must be covered, no low cut or sleeveless tops and no shorts are permitted. This applies to both men and women.
 Backpacks are prohibited inside of St. Mark's Basilica.
 We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our tours. We are also unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our Tours. 
 No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after Tour commencement or departure. 
 Clients that do not adhere to the dress code will not be permitted entry and we cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress. 


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Starting point: ADDRESS - location.Description, Venice (and vicinity), Italy - (Longitude: 0.000000, Latitude: 0.000000)
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Inclusions: 
 
Tickets
 


Exclusions: 
 
Wheelchair access
 


Important Info: 
St. Mark's Basilica can be subject to unforeseen closures due to particular liturgical celebrations.
 Shoulders and knees must be covered, no low cut or sleeveless tops and no shorts are permitted. This applies to both men and women.
 Backpacks are prohibited inside of St. Mark's Basilica.
 We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our tours. We are also unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our Tours. 
 No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after Tour commencement or departure. 
 Clients that do not adhere to the dress code will not be permitted entry and we cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress.