St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco)
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St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco)
St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco)

St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) Tours and Tickets

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The crown jewel of Venice, St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) is an ornate cathedral that blends elements of Gothic, Byzantine, Romanesque, and Renaissance architecture. Topped by soaring domes and replete with astonishing golden mosaics, the church is so opulent it is known as the Chiesa d’Oro, or the Golden Church.

  • Mon - Sat 9:45am-5:00pm, Sun and holidays 2pm-4:30pm
  • Piazza San Marco, 328, Venice, Veneto, 30100
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No PhotoWelcome to Venice Small Group Tour: Basilica San Marco & Gondola Ride
Karen_C, Oct 2023
Very pleasurable
Our guide was very informative and engaging. She also gave us some very good safety tips. The gondola ride was a pleasure as well.
No PhotoSkip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour
David_C, Sep 2023
Wonderful and educational time.
Our guide was a happy, energetic, knowledgeable person who was very interested in our experience, safety and education during the tour. An excellent experience that is easy to recommend to others.
No PhotoVenice: St.Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Tickets
Nicole_P, Nov 2023
Ticket redemption
Amazing tour guide and enjoyable experience. Only issue was where we had been told to redeem tickets first when actually its just at the meeting point. Caused confusion!
No Photo Venice In a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride
Isabel_C, Nov 2023
Must take Venice in a day tour
It was an excellent tour thanks to our guide Moses of Walks tours. He was super friendly and knowledgeable and a super story teller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What are St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) hours of operation?
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St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) hours of operation: Mon - Sat 9:45am-5:00pm, Sun and holidays 2pm-4:30pm. Buy tickets in advance on Viator. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Q:Should I book St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) tickets in advance?
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We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Q:How much does it cost to visit St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) 2024?
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Currently, an entrance ticket to St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) costs USD 22.27. Guided St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) tours start around USD 22.27 per person.
People Also Ask
Q:Do I need a ticket for St. Mark's Basilica?
A:No, visitors can enter without a ticket, but the lines for free admission are very long. To avoid the wait, purchase a skip-the-line ticket for timed entry to the church or a combination ticket for the church plus the Pala d’Oro, Loggia dei Cavalli, Museum, and bell tower.
Q:Do you need to book St. Mark's Basilica tickets in advance?
A:Yes, if you want to bypass the long line for free admission to the church. Skip-the-line tickets are timed, so they sell out quickly and must be purchased in advance. The same applies to the church’s museum, loggia (terrace overlooking the square), and bell tower.
Q:Is it worth visiting St. Mark's Basilica?
A:Yes, the Basilica is one of the top sights in Venice and wows with its dazzling Byzantine mosaics, Gothic Pala d’Oro (golden high altar decoration), and towering domes and spires. The Loggia dei Cavalli has sweeping views over the square, and the museum overflows with religious art.
Q:Is there a dress code for St. Mark's Basilica?
A:Yes, St. Mark’s Basilica is a religious site, and modest dress is required. Choose clothing that covers shoulders, knees, and midriff to enter; jeans and sandals are permitted. Visitors are not allowed to bring large backpacks and bags inside.
Q:Is there a toilet in St. Mark's Basilica?
A:Yes, there is a public toilet on the Museum and Loggia level of the complex. Alternatively, public restrooms in St. Mark’s Square have wheelchair access and a changing station for infants; there is a small fee to enter.
Q:Can you take photos in St. Mark's Basilica?
A:No, visitors cannot take photos or videos inside the church, and some guards enforce this rule. The only location where photography is allowed is the Loggia dei Cavalli overlooking St. Mark’s Square outside.

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