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Experience the history and glory of the St. Mark’s Basilica of Piazza San Marco with this efficient reserved entrance ticket to the ground floor of the Basilica that comes with an informative audio guide too.
Highlights
Highlights
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Marvel at the art, architecture, and rich history of the Golden Basilica of the Roman Catholic Patriarchate of Venice.
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On this self-guided tour, enjoy reserved access to the ground floor of St. Mark's Basilica in a smooth manner, soaking up its colorful exterior facade with its arches, turrets, mosaics, and statues.
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View the marble interiors, the ceiling mosaics of Biblical scenes with their vivid colors, and the golden mosaics that create a unique shining effect.
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With your included audio guide that comes in 5 different languages, learn everything there is to know about the intricate artwork and architecture, especially parts that are usually overlooked.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Reserved entry ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (ground floor only)
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Audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, German or French
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Digital map of the Basilica
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Guidebook of St. Mark's Basilica (1 book per booking)
Exclusions
Exclusions
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Live guide
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Smartphone
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Headsets
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Transport and transfers
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Access to Pala d'Oro
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Access to St. Mark's Museum
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Ratings & Reviews
Ratings & Reviews
Jose
May, 2024
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May, 2024
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Apr, 2024
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Apr, 2024
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Apr, 2024
Your Experience
Your Experience
On this self-audio-guided tour, soak up the pure exquisiteness of the St. Mark’s Basilica of Piazza San Marco. It’s also known as the ‘Golden Basilica’ because of its infinite mosaic paneling made of pure gold. With your reserved access ticket to the ground floor of the Basilica and a detailed audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German (to download onto your phone), learn all about the history and artworks of this world-famous cathedral so integral to the heart of Venice.
Gaze in wonder at the arches and turrets of the exterior facade of this golden masterpiece. Rich in Byzantine art and 43,000 square feet of mosaic alone, you’ll also observe marble inlays on the floors, marble pillars, and the uniquely small windows of the Basilica. The gold and blue hues of the ceiling mosaics stand out the most. Listen to interesting legends and anecdotes about the stories behind the Biblical scenes painted on the interiors and the colorful embellishments and statues and paintings of animals, and learn how artists created these incredible works of art in 1060. If you wish, sit on a bench and quietly take in this unforgettable monument of great artistic vision at your pace.
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know before you go
Know before you go
What's not allowed
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Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.
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Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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A ramp is available at the Porta del Fiori (Door of Flowers) entrance on the left-hand side of the basilica.
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The Museum on the upper floor of the basilica is served by both a lift and stair lifts.
Additional information
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Strictly use earphones when inside the Basilica (they will also elevate your audio guide experience)!
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The venue does not have a smartphone charging facility. Please ensure you charge your phone before your visit to enjoy an uninterrupted digital audio guide experience.
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You cannot enter with luggage. There is Luggage Storage in Piazzetta dei Leoncini, a few meters from the Basilica.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
- Please refer to your final voucher for the meeting point details & specific instructions.