The interior of the basilica is a stunning example of Byzantine art and architecture, with its shimmering mosaics, golden altars, and intricate marble carvings
Don’t miss the 24-carat gold leaf mosaics that cover more than 4,000 m2 – including mosaic designs from Titian and Tintoretto
Discover the Pala d’Oro, or the ‘Golden Altarpiece,’ a Gothic work replete with 3,000 precious stones and delicate enamel plates
St. Mark's Basilica was consecrated in 1094. From the crusades to the Napoleonic wars, the church has been at the center of Venetian social and cultural life for centuries
St. Mark's Bell Tower, the tallest structure in Venice, is right next to the basilica. Take the elevator up for a fantastic view of the city