After marvelling at the enormity of St. Mark’s Square (declared the “finest drawing room in all of Europe” by Napoleon), we’ll be granted special access to St. Mark’s Basilica, which will by this time have closed its doors to the general public for the night.
Once inside, you’ll have the chance to explore the hushed, deserted interior, allowing you direct, unobstructed and up-close views of those famous glass-and-gold mosaics as they shine in the evening light.[readmore]Your guide will show you around, explaining the significance of the east-meets-west design elements, which reflect Venice’s role as a crossroads in the Mediterranean and beyond. During your visit a custodian will also unlock special access areas that the daytime crowds make difficult to visit, such as the crypt which is said to hold the bones of St. Mark himself and the dazzling Pala d’ Oro, a gem-laden Byzantine altarpiece with over 1,900 precious stones.
Read morePlease be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded
We strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour
Entrance into religious sites requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
We recommend that customers who are not familiar with Venice give themselves ample time to find meeting points
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance