Explore Piazza San Marco – the main square of Venice, guided by your own in-app audio tour!
At one point, Venice was the wealthiest, most cosmopolitan city in Europe, and the center of it all was Piazza San Marco - St. Mark's Square. The wealthy Venetians served as middlemen between Europe and the East, teaching Europe how to live well. Venice was a vibrant city filled with painted palaces, sparkling canals, wine-women-and-song, and mobs of tourists. It remains all of these today, with a romantic decay that adds to its charm. The tour takes you to a one-of-a-kind basilica, the palace of the doges, the shops, the cafes, and the magical piazza they surround.
The tour begins from the far end of the square, where you can just take it all in - the historic buildings, the cafes, the tourists, the shops, and the sheer expanse of open space.
You will stroll along the magical square, exploring its highlights and unveiling its secrets. Admire the stunning architecture of the grandiose Basilica San Marco and find out how it reflects this crazy mix of East and West.
Get a closer look at the Doge's Palace and discover what makes it so special that it is referred to as "The Wedding Cake," "The Table Cloth," or "The Pink House". Learn what was so special during the Doges' era.
Explore the impressive Campanile and learn how Venetians cope with flooding. Listen to the gondolas' songs as you admire the lagoon views.
The tour ends in front of the Bridge of Sights.