Venice St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Insider Tour - Bridge of Sighs & Rialto Market Route

Walk through two of Venice's landmarks
with an official guide

St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace are Venice's best-known landmarks. In a small group, you follow a licensed guide through their history, art and architecture and hear stories of the faith, power and ambition that shaped the Venetian Republic. A premium headset lets you hear the guide clearly.

See the golden mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica

Inside the basilica you admire the gleaming Byzantine mosaics, grand domes and intricate marble decoration. Your guide explains the basilica's centuries of history, symbolism and craftsmanship.

Options that include the basilica visit the main church only. The Pala d'Oro, museum, terraces and Loggia dei Cavalli are not included unless booked separately.

Cross the Bridge of Sighs at the Doge's Palace

Continue to the Doge's Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture and once the political center of the Republic. Tour the ornate halls, ceremonial rooms, grand staircases and famous artworks while hearing stories of political intrigue, diplomacy, justice and power.

Cross the Bridge of Sighs into the historic prison to learn about the darker side of Venetian history and the Republic's former judicial complex.

Go deeper with the Rialto Market and Bridge

On the options that include the Rialto Market, you first explore the historic commercial heart of the city, the Rialto Market and the Rialto Bridge, with your guide. You hear stories about Venice's trade, traditions, local life and how this area has evolved.

※ St. Mark's Basilica may close without prior notice due to religious services or special events.
※ Tour routes and timing may be adjusted depending on crowd conditions.