St. Mark's Basilica Night Tour

Your experience

Explore St. Mark’s Basilica after hours on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour, then upgrade to Doge’s Palace for a deeper look at Venice’s religious and political history.

Getting started

Meet your English-speaking local guide and begin your evening in the heart of Venice. With your headset ready, follow your guide into St. Mark’s Basilica after regular visiting hours.

What to expect

St. Mark’s Basilica

Step inside one of Venice’s most celebrated landmarks after the daytime crowds have left. Look up at the shimmering golden mosaics covering the basilica’s vast interiors, then admire the Pala d’Oro and its richly detailed decoration as your guide explains the stories behind what you see.

Features

• Descend beneath the basilica to the crypt, when it is not flooded, and hear about its connection to the relics of St. Mark. Your guide adds historical context to this quieter part of the monument.

Venetian landmarks

Continue through the historic heart of Venice as your guide points out St. Mark’s Square, the Bell Tower and the Marciana Library, sharing stories that connect the city’s religious, artistic and civic heritage.

Features

• See St. Mark’s Square, the Bell Tower, and the Marciana Library.

• Hear stories connecting Venice’s religious, artistic, and civic heritage.

Wrapping up

Choose the upgrade to continue your exploration at Doge’s Palace, the historic seat of Venetian political power. Discover the landmark’s role in the Republic of Venice and see how its story complements the religious history of St. Mark’s Basilica.