Basilica + Pala d'Oro
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Date
Nov 22 - Dec 31 -
Category
Basilica San Marco
Description
St. Mark's Basilica and the Pala d'Oro
The visit starts by passing through the Porta San Pietro (St. Peter's Door) ('Skip the Line' entrance) and under the splendid Dome of Genesis, where you enter the lower part of St. Mark's Basilica (* Pala d'Oro, Museum, and Horses Loggia not included). On entering the church, we are struck by the majesty of the golden mosaics and typical Byzantine art forms that are revealed at first sight. Continuing along the route, you come to the high altar, containing the remains of St. Mark. Behind it is the Pala d'Oro (Golden Pall or Cloth), the world's only intact example of large Gothic goldsmithing.
Practical Information
Tickets purchased are always at your disposal in the area: Login - My Account - Order History.
The visit start time is the time selected when booking, and shown on the ticket.
It is important to be punctual, in order to give all visitors the best experience.
A leeway of 5 minutes before and after the start time of visits is allowed. A visit of about 30/45 minutes is recommended.
The ticket Museum and the Loggia dei Cavalli is not included, you can buy it by selecting the ticket BASILICA S.MARCO + PALA D'ORO + MUSEO E LOGGIA CAVALLI or at the checkout with operator following the indications that you will find inside the Basilica
Audio guides can be rented at the D'Uva counter, just after passing through the entrance turnstile.
Clothing and behaviour must be consistent with the religious nature of the building.
Backpacks and/or luggage larger than 40 cm x 30 cm x 20 cm are not allowed.
Trolleys are not allowed under any circumstances.
Security personnel may refuse entry to non-compliant backpacks and/or baggage.
NB. None of the tickets are refundable. The reservation, once completed, is not modifiable.