The Fall in Rome

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Rick Steves: Take a nightime orientation walk to moonlit St. Mark's Sq.

Opening hours: Daily: 9 a.m./5 p.m. from Nov 1st to Mar 31st; 9 a.m./7 p.m. from Apr 1st to Oct 31st. Closed on Dec. 25th and Jan 1st.
Ticket: € 11/reduced € 5,50 for students* from 15 to 29 years; escorts (max. 2) of students' groups;

The Secret Itineraries tour
Visit the most secret rooms of the palace with a specialized guide!
Learn about Casanova's misterious escape! (group's maximum size is 25 people)
Reservation mandatory.
Entrance ticket: Euro 16 per person / Euro 10 for EU students under 26 years old and EU citizens over 65. Free for children younger then 6.

The Secret Itineraries tour is offered every morning with the following schedule:
English: 9:55 am, 10:45 am, 11:35 am

Opening hours: Daily: 9 a.m./5 p.m. from Nov 1st to Mar 31st; 9 a.m./7 p.m. from Apr 1st to Oct 31st. Closed on Dec. 25th and Jan 1st.
Ticket: € 11/ reduced € 5,50 for students* from 15 to 29 years; escorts (max. 2) of students' groups; U.E citizens over 65 years; personnel* of Ministry of Cultural heritage; Rolling Venice Card's owners.

Opulent synthesis of Byzantine and Romanesque styles. Original church was built in 828 to house the body of St. Mark the Evangelist. A 976 fire destroyed most of the church which was rebuilt and reopened in 1094, and for centuries it served as a symbol of Venetian wealth and power.
Famous for its 43,055 sq ft of stunning mosaics, it’s a spectacle not to be missed.

Tip
For a free guided tour in English during summer months (less certain in winter, as the guides are volunteers), look for groups forming on the porch inside the main door. You may also arrange tours by appointment.

The Basilica's bell tower, known as the Campanile di San Marco, can be reached by elevator inside the church. It is the highest structure in Venice, towering at 97 meters and has a spectacular view.

The bell tower was originally built during the 9th century, but was rebuilt during the 12th, 14th, and 16th centuries.

Opening hours: Working days, 10.00-17.00; Saturday and Sunday 13.00/17.00.

Reserve an Entry Time Online. Print your booking voucher, having noted where to go to deliver it, and you’re all set. The reservation is free and the entry is free. What could be easier?

This means no bare shoulders or knees on men, women or children. Backpacks or large purses are also not allowed, so leave your daypacks at your hotel/hostel, and bring only a small bag. No photographs are allowed inside. There is no admission fee

Generally, the lights are on from about 11:30-12:30 on weekdays, and all day on weekends

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