• Piazza San Marco - Experience the Exclusive Private Tour of Saint Mark’s Basilica After Hours, offering a unique opportunity to explore this renowned Church once it has closed to the public. Start by meeting the guide in Piazza San Marco, Venice’s most famous square. Discover its rich history and architecture while enjoying the tranquil ambiance as the city transitions into the evening.
• Basilica di San Marco - With the crowds dispersed, the custodians will reopen the Basilica’s doors just for you. This exclusive access tour allows you to be the sole observers of Venice’s Golden Church under the enchanting night sky. Accompanied by a professional expert guide, embark on an intimate exploration of the Basilica’s wonders as night falls, reserved solely for your viewing. In the serene night, its magnificent beauty will be revealed as thousands of square feet of golden mosaics illuminate in a breathtaking light display, exclusively for you. This promises to be a truly exceptional, dramatic, once-in-a-lifetime experience that will remain unforgettable.

A valid, original photo ID is necessary for entry to St. Mark’s Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.

• Exclusive After Hours access to Saint Mark’s Basilica
• Get up close to the Pala d’Oro and descend into the crypt
• Private Tour with a top-level professional expert guide
• Only tour allowed in the Basilica after hours
• See a magnificent light show on the thousands of square feet of golden mosaics

• gratuities (optional)

The Exclusive Private Tour of Saint Mark’s Basilica After Hours is an incredibly special tour of this iconic Church, after it has officially closed its doors to the general public. The crowds will have gone, and the custodians will reopen the doors exclusively for you. This privileged access tour will leave you as the only witnesses of the Golden Church of Venice in the magic of night. In your private group, a professional expert guide will lead you on an incredibly intimate journey through the magic of the Basilica as evening has fallen and it is only for your eyes to witness. In the quiet of night, its incredible splendour will shine as the thousands of square feet of golden mosaics will light up in an astounding light show. Get up close to the Pala d’Oro, and descend into the mysterious crypt. Again, only for you to see and experience! This is guaranteed to be a truly unique, dramatic, once in a life-time experience, that you will surely never forget.

• Please Note: due to these unprecedented times and unexpected regulation changes, some areas may not be accessible if the venue can not guarantee social distancing for that part of the tour.
• On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
• 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.
• Please note that tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability
• Backpacks and large bags are not permitted inside the Basilica.
• Photography is not allowed inside the Basilica.
• An original, valid photo ID is required for entry to St. Mark’s Basilica. Photocopies are not accepted.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.