Venice Tour: Private Guide to Basilica & Palace

Embark on a private tour of Venice’s iconic sites, Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Enjoy skip-the-line access, personalized attention, and breathtaking views.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Piazza San Marco - The Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Tour commences at the stunning Piazza San Marco, where participants will meet their Private Tour Guide. Embark on an exploration of two of Venice’s most renowned landmarks in this iconic and picturesque square, while discovering its architecture, history, and fascinating stories.
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What's Included
  • Private Tour Guide
  • Exclusive Skip the Line Access to Doge’s Palace
  • Exclusive Skip the Line Access into Saint Mark’s Basilica
  • Admission to Palace Great Halls, Prisons and Weapon Collections and Bridge of Sighs
What's Not Included
  • Food and Drink
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

With this Exclusive Experience you will enjoy a comprehensive and engaging Tour of Venice’s two most famous sites, Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and all of it in your very own Private Group with your very own Private Guide! Savor the privileges of an intimate and personalized tour, which affords you the possibility of going at your own…

Location
Colonna di San Marco
Piazzetta San Marco
The meeting point is under the winged lion's column in Saint Mark's Square, closest side to the Grand Canal. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
Cancellation Policy

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

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179jacquelynm
Jun 3, 2026
The BEST - This tour was worth every penny. Ottavia was kind, witty and full of all of the knowledge that makes a tour guide valuable. I don’t think we’ve had anyone better in all of our travels. The tour itself was perfect. Skip the lines. Get up close and see everything you want to see.
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Jennec7977il
Jun 1, 2026
Touring with kids - Thank you Roberta for a wonderful tour and keeping our youngest engaged (9). I highly recommend booking a private tour if visiting with children. We enjoyed hearing about the architecture and history of the Basilica and Doge Palace in a small group setting. Viewing the Piazza from the terrace was very nice, and I'm so grateful you took the time to show our son the Doge Palace Armory. He enjoyed it the most.
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X2693pqcarolineh
Jun 1, 2026
Informative and enjoyable - Lara was amazing she had tons of cool facts and input to share. Amazing tour guide and the tour was amazing
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H6152ztterryf
May 29, 2026
Great guide and tour - We had a wonderful tour! Our guide was funny, knowledgeable and knew how to maneuver through the crowds. Highly recommend her and this tour
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Stacy
May 28, 2026
Best ever! - Best tour guide I’ve ever had. Exceptional detail with some humor thrown in to keep it fun. Fantastic experience!
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Andrea
May 26, 2026
A Venice must! - Our guide, Marie was absolutely wonderful! We have 14 year old twins and her knowledge and stories kept them entertained. Being able to see behind the scenes made the tour! Highly highly recommend.
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Heatherd21575
May 25, 2026
Doge Palace Tour - Romy was a wonderful guide. She is extremely knowledgeable on the history of Doge Palace. Our family really enjoyed the tour!
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114aidanf
May 24, 2026
INCREDIBLE - Thank you Pamela! - This was the most fantastic tour! I could not have been more pleased with the guide, as well as the scene itself!! Great Price. Perfect amount of time!! Not too crowded. All around…INCREDIBLE!!
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Smooth2p
May 24, 2026
Best Venice Tour with BEST guide - Pamela! - Pamela! What an amazing guide for a great experience! If you can book with Pamela, you are in for a special day!!!
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Excursion62372939004
May 22, 2026
Wonderful Time in Venice - Nico was amazing. He taught us so much and provided many interesting details. Our group enjoyed our time with him.
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From $219
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).