Golden Basilica Tour

Why this tour?
Discover one of the world’s most majestic cathedrals, a true masterpiece of Byzantine art in the heart of Venice. During this one hour guided tour you will be introduced to the history behind the prominent sights of St Mark's Square and enter into the Basilica. 

An official guide will provide you with a wealth of information regarding Saint Mark's Square and then accompany you on a detailed tour of the Golden Basilica, once the private chapel of the Doge of Venice, the only one of its kind in Italy, thanks to the sumptuous golden mosaics and impressive marble inlay flooring. During the tour you will be able to sit down in the church and absorb the atmosphere whilst listening to your guide who will describe the biblical scenes represented throughout the building, together with history and particularities of this ancient Basilica. 
The tour includes the visit of the famous Pala d’Oro -an altarpiece made of gold and silver, and an exquisite example of Byzantine art with a myriad of gems and precious stones.

The tour lasts one hour and concludes outside the Basilica in Saint Mark's Square.

Highlights
1 hour walking tour of Saint Mark's Square and admission to Saint Mark's Basilica;
Guided tour of Saint Mark's Basilica, the mosaics and the Pala d'Oro;
Pick up from a centrally located meeting point;
Live audio commentary.

Included
1hour guided walking tour of Saint Mark's Square and its Basilica;
Personal audio system and headset for tour commentary;
Live tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish or German.

Excluded
Optional gratuities;
Hotel pick up and drop off;
Food and drink;
Admission to the upper floor of the Basilica.

Essential Information
Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time;
This activity is not wheelchair accessible;
Shoulders and knees must be covered in the Basilica;
Backpacks are not allowed inside the Basilica;
The tour will take place rain or shine;
From the 1st of November to the 31st of March there is no skip-the-line entrance to the Basilica;
Tour may be affected in case of high tides.

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