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St. Mark's Square

Visit St. Mark's Square, the bustling town square in the heart of Venice. Visit St. Mark's Basilica or the Doge's Palace, head to the top of Campanile San Marco for stunning views of Venice, dine at the charming cafes and more. Book guided tours, walking tours, and combo experiences to truly soak in the essence of St. Mark's Square.
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Slide 1 of 5, Couple sitting in front of St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, during guided tour with priority entry.
Couple sitting in front of St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, during guided tour with priority entry.
40 mins - 1 hr
  • Begin at the famous Piazza San Marco as your English-speaking local guide narrates interesting stories about the square and surrounding landmarks.

  • Get priority access to St. Mark’s Basilica and marvel at its Byzantine architecture and the relics of Saint Mark on a 1-hour guided tour.

  • Admire the exquisite golden mosaics that cover over 8,000 square meters, and the intricate marble floors that adorn the basilica’s interiors.

  • Visit the San Marco Museum to see the treasures of Venice as your English-speaking guide brings the city’s history to life.

  • Check out the museum’s collection of Venetian paintings and sculptures that offer a glimpse into the city’s rich cultural heritage.

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  • Begin at the famous Piazza San Marco as your English-speaking local guide narrates interesting stories about the square and surrounding landmarks.

  • Get priority access to St. Mark’s Basilica and marvel at its Byzantine architecture and the relics of Saint Mark on a 1-hour guided tour.

  • Admire the exquisite golden mosaics that cover over 8,000 square meters, and the intricate marble floors that adorn the basilica’s interiors.

  • Visit the San Marco Museum to see the treasures of Venice as your English-speaking guide brings the city’s history to life.

  • Check out the museum’s collection of Venetian paintings and sculptures that offer a glimpse into the city’s rich cultural heritage.

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€32
Slide 1 of 13, Guide leading a tour group inside Doge's Palace, Venice, with historic paintings in the background.
Guide leading a tour group inside Doge's Palace, Venice, with historic paintings in the background.
1 hr 30 mins - 2 hrs
  • Breeze past the queues and slip straight into Venice’s two most iconic landmarks without the wait.

  • With your guide as storyteller and curator, uncover hidden symbols, political intrigues, and legends that bring each room alive.

  • Walk through gilded chambers and frescoed halls where doges once ruled, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into the shadowy prisons.

  • Step into St. Mark’s Basilica, where 8,000 sq. m. of golden mosaics shimmer like starlight and marble floors echo centuries of worship.

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  • Breeze past the queues and slip straight into Venice’s two most iconic landmarks without the wait.

  • With your guide as storyteller and curator, uncover hidden symbols, political intrigues, and legends that bring each room alive.

  • Walk through gilded chambers and frescoed halls where doges once ruled, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into the shadowy prisons.

  • Step into St. Mark’s Basilica, where 8,000 sq. m. of golden mosaics shimmer like starlight and marble floors echo centuries of worship.

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€69
Slide 1 of 16, Tour group in Saint Mark's Square, Venice, with Basilica and Campanile in view.
Tour group in Saint Mark's Square, Venice, with Basilica and Campanile in view.
3 hrs 30 mins
  • Explore the charm of the floating city on foot with a certified guide narrating gripping commentary about everything you walk by, on a walking tour of Venice.

  • Waltz into the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica with your priority access tickets, allowing you to skip the infamous queues.

  • Enjoy a guided tour in the language of your choice with an exemplary guide narrating interesting facts, important fragments of history, and gripping tales.

  • You can even add in a typical Venetian gondola ride if you choose an English tour.

  • Benefit from a free optional coupon to witness the famous Venetian glassblowing technique during a 20-minute demonstration near St. Mark's Square.

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  • Explore the charm of the floating city on foot with a certified guide narrating gripping commentary about everything you walk by, on a walking tour of Venice.

  • Waltz into the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica with your priority access tickets, allowing you to skip the infamous queues.

  • Enjoy a guided tour in the language of your choice with an exemplary guide narrating interesting facts, important fragments of history, and gripping tales.

  • You can even add in a typical Venetian gondola ride if you choose an English tour.

  • Benefit from a free optional coupon to witness the famous Venetian glassblowing technique during a 20-minute demonstration near St. Mark's Square.

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€135
Slide 1 of 10, Gondola on Venice canal near St. Mark's Basilica during guided tour.
Gondola on Venice canal near St. Mark's Basilica during guided tour.
1 hr 30 mins - 2 hrs
  • Bypass long queues and dive deep into the cultural and architectural history of St. Mark’s Basilica during a 1.5-hour guided tour.

  • Marvel at the basilica with your local guide as they narrate intriguing stories about its history and design.

  • Discover the basilica’s breathtaking interiors, intricate mosaics, and Byzantine architecture as you explore with your group of 10 people.

  • Enjoy a tranquil glimpse into Venice’s daily life as you glide along the canals on a traditional gondola ride.

  • Float beneath arched bridges and alongside historic buildings and experience Venice from its waterways.

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  • Bypass long queues and dive deep into the cultural and architectural history of St. Mark’s Basilica during a 1.5-hour guided tour.

  • Marvel at the basilica with your local guide as they narrate intriguing stories about its history and design.

  • Discover the basilica’s breathtaking interiors, intricate mosaics, and Byzantine architecture as you explore with your group of 10 people.

  • Enjoy a tranquil glimpse into Venice’s daily life as you glide along the canals on a traditional gondola ride.

  • Float beneath arched bridges and alongside historic buildings and experience Venice from its waterways.

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€85
Slide 1 of 9, Visitors exploring St. Mark's Basilica interior during exclusive after-hours tour in Venice.
Visitors exploring St. Mark's Basilica interior during exclusive after-hours tour in Venice.
1 hr 30 mins - 3 hrs
  • Enjoy the intimacy of after-hours exploration as you gain exclusive access to one of the world’s most extraordinary churches after closing.

  • With your guide, learn the history of the Crypt, offering a peek into the Church's ancient foundations, while witnessing the charm of St. Mark's Square.

  • Don't miss the Pala d’Oro Altarpiece, gleaming under the night sky, before exploring the majestic Bell Tower and the 16th-century Marciana Library.

  • Upgrade for entry to the famous Doge's Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture that served as a seat of power for the Republic of Venice.

  • Fun fact: St. Mark's Basilica houses over 85,000 square feet of mosaic, equivalent to covering 1.5 American football fields.

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  • Enjoy the intimacy of after-hours exploration as you gain exclusive access to one of the world’s most extraordinary churches after closing.

  • With your guide, learn the history of the Crypt, offering a peek into the Church's ancient foundations, while witnessing the charm of St. Mark's Square.

  • Don't miss the Pala d’Oro Altarpiece, gleaming under the night sky, before exploring the majestic Bell Tower and the 16th-century Marciana Library.

  • Upgrade for entry to the famous Doge's Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture that served as a seat of power for the Republic of Venice.

  • Fun fact: St. Mark's Basilica houses over 85,000 square feet of mosaic, equivalent to covering 1.5 American football fields.

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€129
Slide 1 of 4, Doge's Palace staircase with statues in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace staircase with statues in Venice, Italy.
1 hr
  • Skip the queue at the Doge's Palace and step straight into Venice's most storied seat of power. Gilded council chambers, masterpiece canvases, and the Bridge of Sighs await.

  • A multilingual guidebook is included, covering the palace, St. Mark's Square, and the surrounding area so you always have context as you explore.

  • Your ticket grants access to three additional venues — Museo Correr, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of Biblioteca Marciana .

  • A city map with 7 suggested itineraries and public boat transport routes is included to help you plan your time across Venice independently.

  • This is the most flexible way to experience the palace. Explore at your own pace, linger where you like, and visit the bonus museums whenever suits you within the validity window.

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  • Skip the queue at the Doge's Palace and step straight into Venice's most storied seat of power. Gilded council chambers, masterpiece canvases, and the Bridge of Sighs await.

  • A multilingual guidebook is included, covering the palace, St. Mark's Square, and the surrounding area so you always have context as you explore.

  • Your ticket grants access to three additional venues — Museo Correr, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of Biblioteca Marciana .

  • A city map with 7 suggested itineraries and public boat transport routes is included to help you plan your time across Venice independently.

  • This is the most flexible way to experience the palace. Explore at your own pace, linger where you like, and visit the bonus museums whenever suits you within the validity window.

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€42.90
Slide 1 of 12, Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile viewed from the Grand Canal in Venice.
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile viewed from the Grand Canal in Venice.
30 mins - 1 hr 30 mins
  • Skip the lines and explore the Doge’s Palace with a guide in your chosen language (English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian).

  • Hear gripping stories of the Council of Ten, Venice’s feared secret police.

  • Walk through gilded halls, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into shadowy prisons.

  • Choose the Mysteries Tour for chilling tales of hidden rooms, or the Secret Itineraries Tour to actually step into old prisons, torture chambers, and council rooms. You can also take an evening small-group tour for a more personalized experience.

  • Upgrade for the Legacy of Rome tour where you follow the exact sequence once reserved for foreign envoys meeting the Doge, experiencing how Venice styled itself as heir to the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire.

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  • Skip the lines and explore the Doge’s Palace with a guide in your chosen language (English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian).

  • Hear gripping stories of the Council of Ten, Venice’s feared secret police.

  • Walk through gilded halls, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into shadowy prisons.

  • Choose the Mysteries Tour for chilling tales of hidden rooms, or the Secret Itineraries Tour to actually step into old prisons, torture chambers, and council rooms. You can also take an evening small-group tour for a more personalized experience.

  • Upgrade for the Legacy of Rome tour where you follow the exact sequence once reserved for foreign envoys meeting the Doge, experiencing how Venice styled itself as heir to the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire.

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€56
Slide 1 of 12, Friends enjoying San Marco Square, Venice, with St. Mark's Basilica in the background.
Friends enjoying San Marco Square, Venice, with St. Mark's Basilica in the background.
2 hrs 30 mins
  • A walking tour around areas like Saint Mark's Square and Castello with a local guide will deepen your appreciation for Venice.

  • Your experience doesn't end there. Hop aboard a gondola like a true Venetian and cruise along its water-laden alleys.

  • Uncover the secrets of gondolas and gondoliers! Discover how the s-shaped iron prow was made to honor the Grand Canal and more.

  • See and understand the history of St. Mark's Basilica, Piazzetta Dei Leoncini, the Clock Tower, Procuratie Vecchie and many more buildings of importance.

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  • A walking tour around areas like Saint Mark's Square and Castello with a local guide will deepen your appreciation for Venice.

  • Your experience doesn't end there. Hop aboard a gondola like a true Venetian and cruise along its water-laden alleys.

  • Uncover the secrets of gondolas and gondoliers! Discover how the s-shaped iron prow was made to honor the Grand Canal and more.

  • See and understand the history of St. Mark's Basilica, Piazzetta Dei Leoncini, the Clock Tower, Procuratie Vecchie and many more buildings of importance.

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€59.50
Slide 1 of 7, Campanile of San Marco and Doge's Palace viewed from Venice lagoon, Italy.
Campanile of San Marco and Doge's Palace viewed from Venice lagoon, Italy.
Extended validity
Explore at your pace
  • Unlock Venice’s rich cultural scene with a single city pass designed for flexible sightseeing.

  • Step inside Doge’s Palace and explore 11 renowned civic museums, including Museo Correr and Ca’ Rezzonico.

  • Discover lesser-known gems like Scuola Grande dei Carmini and Fondazione Querini Stampalia along the way.

  • Skip ticket lines and explore on your schedule with 6-month validity and one-time entry to each site.

  • Enhance your visit with an upgrade to the legendary La Fenice Theatre and step behind the scenes of Venice’s iconic opera house.

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  • Unlock Venice’s rich cultural scene with a single city pass designed for flexible sightseeing.

  • Step inside Doge’s Palace and explore 11 renowned civic museums, including Museo Correr and Ca’ Rezzonico.

  • Discover lesser-known gems like Scuola Grande dei Carmini and Fondazione Querini Stampalia along the way.

  • Skip ticket lines and explore on your schedule with 6-month validity and one-time entry to each site.

  • Enhance your visit with an upgrade to the legendary La Fenice Theatre and step behind the scenes of Venice’s iconic opera house.

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€43.90

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Feeding pigeons in the Square is banned, and could attract a fine of €50 to €200 on the offender.

About St. Mark's Square

Piazza San Marco, or Saint Mark's Square, stands as Venice's largest and most significant gathering place. It's a hub for both locals and tourists, offering a glimpse into the city's rich history and grandeur. Dominated by the impressive Basilica of St. Mark and its iconic bell tower, the Campanile di San Marco, the square exudes an air of majesty and importance.


AddressP.za San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Year opened1094
Founded byDomenico
Visitors per year3000000
Unesco status1987

Did you know?

It's the lowest point in Venice.

Why visit St. Mark's Square?

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St. Mark's Square is home to St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Campanile bell tower.

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What our guests say

Daniel D

United States
Couple
Last week
Great way to get around and to get great views of the city. Setting the city the way it is meant to be see. However, it can be crowded

Combo: St. Mark's Basilica Entry Tickets + St.Mark's Museums and Doge's Palace Access with Optional ACTV Transport Pass

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