Venice in a Day: St. Mark’s, Doge’s Palace, Murano & Burano with Gondola Ride
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Venice
Discover Venice's best in a day; skip lines at iconic sites, enjoy a gondola ride, and explore optional craft demos at Murano & Burano Islands!
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Immerse yourself in the splendor of Venice with this all-encompassing day tour. Your day begins in the company of an English-speaking guide at St. Mark's Basilica, an architectural marvel adorned with 8,000 sqm of luminous gold mosaics. Skip the line and step into its hallowed halls, where you'll be awed by the Pala d'Oro, a Byzantine altarpiece studded with 1,900 gems. Don't miss the Quadriga of St. Marks, a set of Roman bronze statues so precious they were looted during the Fourth Crusade! Next, continue to the Gothic-style Doge's Palace, once the political and judicial hub of Venice. Cross the infamous 'Bridge of Sighs' and imagine the sighs of prisoners catching their last glimpse of the city.
After admiring Venice’s architectural gems, relish a serene gondola ride through the city’s charming canals.
Post this quintessential Venetian experience, you can choose to extend your adventure and visit the world-renowned islands of Murano and Burano. Witness the magical transformation of molten glass into intricate forms during a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano, known for this ancient artistry since the 13th century. Later, travel to Burano, a kaleidoscope of brightly colored fishermen's houses. Here, absorb the intricate craft of lace-making, passed from generation to generation. This tour, limited to a small group, ensures an intimate and personalized Venetian journey.
Half-day tour
St Marks Basilica
Doge's Palace
30-minute gondola ride
Full-day tour
St Marks Basilica
Doge's Palace
30-minute gondola ride
Glass-blowing demonstration at Murano Island
Lace-making demonstration at Burano Island