Doge's Palace
Visit the former royal residence of powerful Doges and explore the Armory room, Chamber of the Council of Ten, the Scala d'Oro staircase and more. Book Doge's Palace tickets here and enjoy skip-the-line entry, guided tours, and combo tours with St. Mark's Basilica.Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets
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Glide past ticket queues with skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace, and delve into the lavish former seat of Venetian power.
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Discover paintings like Tiepolo's Neptune Offering Gifts to Venice and frescoes like The Apotheosis of Venice by Paolo Veronese in grand rooms and council halls.
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Look out for detailed sculptures that adorn the façade, like Noah's Drunkenness by Filippo Calendario, and Adam and Eve by Antonio Rizzo.
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This ticket also lets you see neoclassical art at Museo Correr, rare antiquities at the Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.
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Glide past ticket queues with skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace, and delve into the lavish former seat of Venetian power.
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Discover paintings like Tiepolo's Neptune Offering Gifts to Venice and frescoes like The Apotheosis of Venice by Paolo Veronese in grand rooms and council halls.
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Look out for detailed sculptures that adorn the façade, like Noah's Drunkenness by Filippo Calendario, and Adam and Eve by Antonio Rizzo.
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This ticket also lets you see neoclassical art at Museo Correr, rare antiquities at the Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.
Venice Icons: St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
- Waltz into the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica with your fast-track entry tickets, allowing you to skip the infamous queues.
- Enjoy a 1.5 to 3-hour guided tour with an exemplary guide narrating interesting facts, important fragments of history, and gripping tales.
- From the intricacy of the biblical sculptures of St. Mark's Basilica to the scary hallows and dingy prisons of Doge's Palace, this experience has it all.
- Carry the exploratory spirit to museums of St. Mark's Square with access to the Royal Palace Museum and National Archeological Museum.
- Fun fact: The National Archaeological Museum houses intriguing artifacts, like an ancient Roman toilet seat made of marble and Egyptian mummies!
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- Waltz into the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica with your fast-track entry tickets, allowing you to skip the infamous queues.
- Enjoy a 1.5 to 3-hour guided tour with an exemplary guide narrating interesting facts, important fragments of history, and gripping tales.
- From the intricacy of the biblical sculptures of St. Mark's Basilica to the scary hallows and dingy prisons of Doge's Palace, this experience has it all.
- Carry the exploratory spirit to museums of St. Mark's Square with access to the Royal Palace Museum and National Archeological Museum.
- Fun fact: The National Archaeological Museum houses intriguing artifacts, like an ancient Roman toilet seat made of marble and Egyptian mummies!
Doge's Palace Guided Tour
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Skip the long ticketing lines and embark on an hour-long tour of the Doge's Palace with your professional and friendly guide.
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Get to know rare-known secrets about the 14th century palace from an expert guide in your preferred language. Take pictures of the ornate design and architecture of this marvel.
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Your ticket also gives you access to the 3 museums in St. Mark's Square! Visit the Museo Correr, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marcianaso on your own at a leisurely pace.
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Opt for the Mysteries and Secrets tour of Doge's Palace if you want to explore hidden chambers, like the Old Prisons of Piombi and Pozzi, and uncover conspiracies.
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Skip the long ticketing lines and embark on an hour-long tour of the Doge's Palace with your professional and friendly guide.
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Get to know rare-known secrets about the 14th century palace from an expert guide in your preferred language. Take pictures of the ornate design and architecture of this marvel.
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Your ticket also gives you access to the 3 museums in St. Mark's Square! Visit the Museo Correr, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marcianaso on your own at a leisurely pace.
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Opt for the Mysteries and Secrets tour of Doge's Palace if you want to explore hidden chambers, like the Old Prisons of Piombi and Pozzi, and uncover conspiracies.
St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide and Guidebook
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Experience the wonders of Venice with the ease of skip-the-line access to two of its most iconic landmarks, St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
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Learn all about the basilica’s exquisite golden mosaics showcasing 800 hundred years of artistic styles with the help of an audio guide and guidebook.
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Discover scenes from Saint Mark's life in the Zen Chapel vault and the treasury's 250+ artifacts. Then, skip the line to explore the nearby Doge's Palace.
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With a printed guide as your compass to Doge's Palace, stroll through the Doge’s apartments, the armory with over 2000 artifacts, and the picture gallery.
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Fun fact: the famous bronze horses of St. Mark's Basilica were looted from Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade.
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Experience the wonders of Venice with the ease of skip-the-line access to two of its most iconic landmarks, St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.
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Learn all about the basilica’s exquisite golden mosaics showcasing 800 hundred years of artistic styles with the help of an audio guide and guidebook.
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Discover scenes from Saint Mark's life in the Zen Chapel vault and the treasury's 250+ artifacts. Then, skip the line to explore the nearby Doge's Palace.
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With a printed guide as your compass to Doge's Palace, stroll through the Doge’s apartments, the armory with over 2000 artifacts, and the picture gallery.
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Fun fact: the famous bronze horses of St. Mark's Basilica were looted from Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade.
Venice in a Day: St. Mark’s, Doge’s Palace, Murano & Burano with Gondola Ride
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Experience the best of Venice on this immersive day tour, featuring iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace!
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Skip the queues at St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, and immerse in their grandeur with a knowledgeable local guide.
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Watch timeless ripples paint the city in colors of romance on a 30-minute gondola ride through the canals of Venice.
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Add the magic of artisanal crafts to your day! Opt for the full-day trip to explore the vibrant islands famous for glass-blowing and lace-making.
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Fun Fact: Venice is stunningly archipelagic! It's made up of 118 small islands, connected by over 400 bridges. Each step you take could be onto another island!
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Experience the best of Venice on this immersive day tour, featuring iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace!
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Skip the queues at St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, and immerse in their grandeur with a knowledgeable local guide.
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Watch timeless ripples paint the city in colors of romance on a 30-minute gondola ride through the canals of Venice.
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Add the magic of artisanal crafts to your day! Opt for the full-day trip to explore the vibrant islands famous for glass-blowing and lace-making.
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Fun Fact: Venice is stunningly archipelagic! It's made up of 118 small islands, connected by over 400 bridges. Each step you take could be onto another island!
Doge’s Palace Tickets & 11-Museum Pass
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Get Doge’s Palace tickets along with a pass granting access to Venice's 11 civic museums! Extended validity lets you explore each museum on your own schedule.
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Explore Correr Museum's neoclassical art, Biblioteca Marciana's ancient manuscripts, and the Archaeological Museum's artifacts.
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Curious to learn about the specialty crafts at the islands of Venice? Visit the Glass Museum at Murano and the Lace Museum of Burano with your pass.
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Discover the Carla Goldoni House Museum set within the writer's residence, and delve into Venetian costumes at the Mocenigo Palace-Museum.
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Fun fact: Want to see rooms covered in a patchwork of exquisite fabrics and floor-to-ceiling frescoes? Make sure to visit the Fortuny Museum.
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Get Doge’s Palace tickets along with a pass granting access to Venice's 11 civic museums! Extended validity lets you explore each museum on your own schedule.
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Explore Correr Museum's neoclassical art, Biblioteca Marciana's ancient manuscripts, and the Archaeological Museum's artifacts.
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Curious to learn about the specialty crafts at the islands of Venice? Visit the Glass Museum at Murano and the Lace Museum of Burano with your pass.
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Discover the Carla Goldoni House Museum set within the writer's residence, and delve into Venetian costumes at the Mocenigo Palace-Museum.
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Fun fact: Want to see rooms covered in a patchwork of exquisite fabrics and floor-to-ceiling frescoes? Make sure to visit the Fortuny Museum.
Combo (Save 5%): St. Mark's Basilica + Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets
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Skip the line with these tickets for St. Mark’s Basilica, where you'll discover its five ornate domes and world-famous golden mosaic.
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See 12th-century mosaics depicting scenes from the life of Christ in the interior, and marvel at the Winged Lion, a symbol of the city's identity.
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Gain skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace and explore the private chambers of the Doge, Venice's supreme authority.
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Marvel at the Golden Staircase, a stunning 15th-century entrance reserved for esteemed dignitaries. Benefit from the 3 museum pass to save big!
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Fun fact: Beneath the Doge's Palace lie underground dungeons known as the Pozzi (wells), where prisoners were held in cramped and dark conditions.
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Skip the line with these tickets for St. Mark’s Basilica, where you'll discover its five ornate domes and world-famous golden mosaic.
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See 12th-century mosaics depicting scenes from the life of Christ in the interior, and marvel at the Winged Lion, a symbol of the city's identity.
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Gain skip-the-line access to Doge's Palace and explore the private chambers of the Doge, Venice's supreme authority.
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Marvel at the Golden Staircase, a stunning 15th-century entrance reserved for esteemed dignitaries. Benefit from the 3 museum pass to save big!
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Fun fact: Beneath the Doge's Palace lie underground dungeons known as the Pozzi (wells), where prisoners were held in cramped and dark conditions.
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Venice 3-Museum Pass with Correr Museum & Doge’s Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets
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With this pass, you can choose to avail free, one-time access to 3 museums including Correr Museum, and enjoy discounted entry to Doge's Palace.
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Enjoy fast track, priority skip-the-line entry and get direct access to the museums’ permanent collections.
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Gaze at the golden ceilings at Marciana Library, where you can see Roman statues and a world map from 1450.
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Admire works of art from different art movements as you go museum-hopping at your own pace. The pass is valid from the time it is activated at the first museum for consecutive days.
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Fun Fact: Correr Museum holds many 18th-century navigational instruments that were the building blocks of Venice's maritime strength.
More details
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With this pass, you can choose to avail free, one-time access to 3 museums including Correr Museum, and enjoy discounted entry to Doge's Palace.
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Enjoy fast track, priority skip-the-line entry and get direct access to the museums’ permanent collections.
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Gaze at the golden ceilings at Marciana Library, where you can see Roman statues and a world map from 1450.
-
Admire works of art from different art movements as you go museum-hopping at your own pace. The pass is valid from the time it is activated at the first museum for consecutive days.
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Fun Fact: Correr Museum holds many 18th-century navigational instruments that were the building blocks of Venice's maritime strength.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Doge’s Palace is included in a combo ticket that offers priority access, optional entry to Museo Correr, the Archaeological Museum, and the Biblioteca Marciana, plus an English audio guide. Peak season crowds can be intense, but skip-the-line tickets save you 30 minutes to an hour.
Opt for a guided tour to gain insights into the palace's exciting history, art, and architecture - an excellent last-minute option if standard tickets are sold out. Audio guides are also available for a more flexible exploration.
Venice Museum Pass gives access to St. Mark’s Square museums and several others across Venice, offering flexibility and savings. It’s valid for 6 months once activated and can be used within 24 months of purchase. Show your emailed pass (printed or digital) for easy entry.
Unlike standard Doge’s Palace Secret Itineraries Tour dives into dark side of Venetian justice and politics with fascinating legends and anecdotes. These tours are highly sought-after, so book early!
After your palace visit, a gondola ride is the perfect way to complete your Venetian day trip!
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About The Doge's Palace
Doge's Palace, a striking example of Venetian Gothic architecture, stands as a testament to the power and wealth of the Venetian Republic. Inside, it houses opulent rooms and renowned works by Tintoretto and Veronese. Key highlights include the grand Council Chamber, the eerie prison cells, and the iconic Bridge of Sighs.
The Scala d'Oro, or Golden Staircase was used as an exclusive route for esteemed guests and dignitaries to access the Doge's apartments and state rooms. It was named for its lavish gold stucco decorations.
The palace's infamous "Bridge of Sighs" earned its name as it connected the interrogation rooms to the New Prisons, and prisoners would reportedly sigh at their final view of Venice.
The Doge's Palace is home to the largest canvas in Venice, titled Il Paradiso by Jacopo Tintoretto. It depicts over 500 figures, ready to ascend Heaven, with Jesus and Mary in the middle.
An ancient (and strange!) ritual known as the "Wedding of the Sea" took place at The Doge's Palace every year, where the Doge would get 'married' to the sea. This was used to symbolize Venice's maritime power.
The Sala del Maggior Consiglio (Grand Council Chamber) in Doge's Palace was one of the largest rooms in Europe at the time it was built. It could hold up to 2,000 members of the Venetian nobility, who gathered to discuss and vote on important matters of state.
Why visit The Doge's Palace?
Highlights
Plan your visit
Porta della Carta
The main entrance, it is located on the side of the Doge's Palace facing Piazza San Marco. It can be used by all visitors, including those with disabilities. The average wait time at this entrance is around 15-20 minutes.
Porta del Frumento
Located on the waterfront side of the Doge's Palace, this entrance is mainly used by tour groups and visitors with tickets. It is accessible to all, including those with disabilities. The average wait time at this entrance is about 10-15 minutes.
Scala dei Giganti
Located on the side of the Doge's Palace facing the waterfront, this entrance is mainly used by visitors with tickets. The average wait time at this entrance is approximately 10-15 minutes.
Special evening openings in 2024: 9am to 11pm from May 1 to September 30 on Fridays and Saturdays. (Last entry at 10pm).
Closed: Doge's Palace remains closed on December 25 and January 1.
Guests with big bags are requested to deposit their belongings at the cloak room.
You can take a snack break at the museum cafe.
For nappy changing, breastfeeding and simply relaxing.
The regular museum and toilets on the ground floor are wheelchair accessible. The Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armoury are not accessible.