See the highlights of St Mark's Basilica with a local guide. Learn about its history, admire its golden mosaics, and discover the treasures hidden inside one of Venice’s most important churches. Meet your guide near the famous Piazza San Marco and head straight to visit St Mark’s Basilica. As you enter the atrium, look up to admire the shimmering mosaics that introduce you to the rich symbolism of this sacred space. Inside, follow your guide through the main areas of the church and hear stories about its construction, purpose, and transformation over the centuries. Discover stunning details such as the golden domes, the iconostasis, the marble inlays, and the altar that houses the relics of St. Mark the Evangelist. This guided visit gives you a deeper understanding of the basilica’s art and architecture, as well as its role in the religious and political life of Venice. Pala d'Oro visit is also available, it is the only intact piece of Gothic goldwork in the world. Located behind the high altar, this priceless treasure is adorned with 1,900 gemstones and 260 cloisonné enamels set on gilded silver. A must-see for art and history lovers. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your visit by booking the Pala d'Oro add-on: it is now available as a combined visit with the standard Basilica tour.