St. Mark's Basilica Entry & Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

Your experience

Skip the lines and uncover the secrets of Venice's religious and political history. Explore at your own pace.

Getting started

Head directly to the Basilica entrance with your tickets. A valid ID is required for security checks at the entrance. Note that proper attire is mandatory; no shorts or tank tops are allowed.

What to Expect

St. Mark's Basilica: This stunning church is famous for its shimmering, golden mosaics.

Features

• Walk through 8000 square meters of gilded mosaics that tell biblical stories.

• See the intricate mosaics on the domes and arches that tell stories from the Bible and the life of St. Mark.

• Admire the magnificent inlaid marble floor, with its intricate geometric and animal designs.

Doge's Palace: This palace was the heart of Venetian power, full of opulent rooms and rich history.

Features

• See Tintoretto's Il Paradiso, the world's largest oil painting.

• Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and see the ancient prisons.

• Inside the Prisons, you'll discover a stark contrast to the palace's opulence. These grim cells, some with graffiti etched into the walls by past inmates, offer a chilling look into a darker side of the Venetian Republic's history.

Upgrades: Climb the Bell Tower for incredible panoramic views of the city and lagoon.