Basilica di San Marco
Buildings & Monuments, Religious
Downtown
Engineering, Architecture, History, Religion, Art
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Notes: Just off of San Marco Square, look for signposts. Clean, safe, gender specific.
Basilica di San Marco
San Marco Basilica
One of the most famous basilicas
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San Marco 328 Piazza San Marco Venice, Veneto 30124 |
+39 41 522 5205 / +39 41 522 5697 Fax: +39 41 520 8289 |
Description
Started in the 9th century, this church's architecture shows an eastern and Byzantine influence: note the golden altarpiece and the 13th- and 14th-century mosaics that illustrate the cycles of the Bible. The magnificent domes date from the 12th century. The Basilica houses the Marciano Museum, which contains the original bronze horses, copies of which are now on the terrace. Appreciation of the architecture is available 24 hours daily; the church is open for mass and touring visitors to appreciate daily.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: Summer: 9:30a-5:30p M-Sa, 2p-5:30p Su, Winter: 10a-4p M-Sa, 2p-6p SuVisit Time: 30min-2hr
Average Wait Time: 15-30min
Notes: Do not be intimidated by the line to enter the Basilica; it moves quickly, and once you're inside you'll have a opportunity to detour, and visit the museum upstairs.
Price: Free
Exposure
Indoor with climate control. Notes: Climate control is minimum, however.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
San Marco linee 1 - 52 Actv
Best Modes of Transportation:
Ferry/Boat
Walking
Notes: Updated vaporetto lines: 1/82 to Valleresso or San Zaccaria; also line 51 from Zattere.
Parking Availability: No
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