Basilica of St. Mark Venice, Italy

A Byzantine wonder that looks more like Istanbul than Italy, the 11th-century Basilica di San Marco is covered in domes, lined with golden mosaics, and filled with ancient art treasures.

San Marco from South — View of the south facade of the Basilica di San Marco, mostly 11th century. Venice, Italy. Image credit: Holly Hayes

Location map of the Basilica of St. Mark, Venice, Italy.

Quick Facts on the Basilica of St. Mark

Go Historic ID

248661

names

Basilica Cattedrale Patriarcale di San Marco Italian

Basilica di San Marco Italian

Basilica of St. Mark

St. Mark's Basilica

location(s)

Venice, Italy