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St. Mark's Basilica Tickets

See golden mosaics and Byzantine art at this iconic symbol of Venetian power

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Guided Tour

St. Mark's Basilica: Guided Tour

Available Monday, 27 Apr
  • Duration: 45mins - 1h
  • Live guide in English, French, Spanish
  • Group of max. 10 - 25 people
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St. Mark's Basilica Overview

  • The interior of the basilica is a stunning example of Byzantine art and architecture, with its shimmering mosaics, golden altars, and intricate marble carvings

  • Don’t miss the 24-carat gold leaf mosaics that cover more than 4,000 m2 – including mosaic designs from Titian and Tintoretto

  • Discover the Pala d’Oro, or the ‘Golden Altarpiece,’ a Gothic work replete with 3,000 precious stones and delicate enamel plates

  • St. Mark's Basilica was consecrated in 1094. From the crusades to the Napoleonic wars, the church has been at the center of Venetian social and cultural life for centuries

  • St. Mark's Bell Tower, the tallest structure in Venice, is right next to the basilica. Take the elevator up for a fantastic view of the city

As one of the most visited sites in Venice, St. Mark's Basilica lines can be long.

Book your ticket online in advance to bypass the crowd and make the most of your time in this incredible building. You can choose from tickets as well as guided tours.

St. Mark's Basilica tickets may include:

Guided tours may include:

  • Visit the basilica and St. Mark’s museum with a guided tour. You can also add a visit to the rooftop terrace to your tour

  • Join a two-hour guided tour and skip the line to St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. You'll also get in at the Museo Correr, Marciana National Library, and Archaeological Museum

  • Discover Venice’s Byzantine history with a walking tour of the area, skip-the-line entry and tour of St. Mark’s Basilica, as well as access to the terrace and museum

General information:

  • On Sunday mornings, from 9:30 – 14:00, only St. Mark’s Museum is open. The basilica is closed for religious services

  • The bell tower is open every day from 9:30 – 21:15 unless there is strong wind, fog, or cold. The last admission is at 20:45

  • In St. Mark’s Basilica, photography is prohibited. In the bell tower or on the terrace, you may take photos with your personal camera. Professional camera equipment and live streaming are not allowed

  • There is a modesty dress code. Make sure you cover your shoulders and knees

  • You can’t bring large suitcases or backpacks into the basilica. There are secure lockers where you can store your bags at the San Basso ticket office location

Accessibility information:

  • The basilica is wheelchair accessible. Staff are ready to assist as well – find them by the Porta dei Fiori entrance on the left-hand side

  • You may use a wheelchair within the basilica and can access the museum by using an elevator or stair lift to get to the upper floor. There is a ramp by Pora dei Fiori that you can use to access the treasury. The Bell Tower is accessible by elevator

  • You may be eligible for free admission if you are disabled. Children younger than six may also enter for free

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About: St. Mark's Basilica

An enormous monument enriched with history, art, religion, and culture – to say the least! St Mark’s Basilica includes impeccable treasures, inside and out, from the 'Pala d'Oro' behind the altar, adorned in precious stones, to the four horses on the façade that symbolize strength and freedom.

Saint Mark's Basilica

Thursday
09:30:00 - 17:15:00
Friday
09:30:00 - 17:15:00
Saturday
09:30:00 - 17:15:00
Sunday
14:00:00 - 17:15:00
Monday
09:30:00 - 17:15:00
Tuesday
09:30:00 - 17:15:00
Wednesday
09:30:00 - 17:15:00
St. Mark's Basilica
Piazza San Marco 328, 30100, Venice
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