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Doge's Palace Guided Tour

Great Council Hall interior with ornate ceiling and historical paintings, Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace interior with historical paintings and ornate ceilings in Venice, Italy.
Sculpture inside Doge's Palace, Venice, showcasing intricate historical artistry.
Gondola boat ride on canal near Bridge of Sighs, Venice.

Duration

1 hr 15 mins - 1 hr 30 mins

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Delve into the glorious history of Venice on a guided visit to the Doge's Palace led by an expert and access 3 St. Mark's Square museums on your own!

    • Skip the long ticketing lines and embark on an hour-long tour of the Doge's Palace with your professional and friendly guide.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • Guided tour of Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry
    • English, German, French, Spanish or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
    • Access to Piombi & Piozzi prisons (as per option selected)
    • Access to Casanova's Prison & the Bridge of Sighs (as per option selected)
    • Headsets
    • Access to:
    • Correr Museum
    • Marciana Library
    • National Archeological Museum
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from United States, France, United Kingdom and over 14 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    stephen owen

    Stephen

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The tour guid was very knowledgeable
    Jenna Cassidy

    Jenna

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    Doges palace is truly spectacular and beautiful to walk around and admire the ceilings and paintings Very disappointed with our guide, rushed from area to area and felt impersonal and an effort to be there. Had specifically booked this trip to learn about the prisons and be taken through the whole palace, tour guide left and no explanation or guide like many other companies and tours were providing.
    Azucena Flores

    Azucena

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Elena was outstanding!! The best guide we could have. Thank you so much for being fun and helpful. We definitely recommend her to other people.
    Melissa Tonnet

    Melissa

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Knowledgeable tour host, learnt about Venice and its history, gained a deeper understanding of The palace and role in played in Venetian politics. Really beautiful budding.
    Mathias Mederle

    Mathias

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    The tour guide was great, knew a lot and catered to the needs of the group.
  • Reimagine Doge's Palace

    Bypass the ticketing lines in front of the Doge's Palace and go directly to a security check with your direct access ticket. Once you gain entry, your guide will help you navigate through this Venetian wonder. The seat of Venice's political power for hundreds of years, it was the place from which the Duke and his closest council members governed this 1000-year-old republic. You will get to relive this history with your guide as you walk through the halls of power and you will quickly discover that the Palazzo Ducale has lost none of its splendor over the years. Marvel at the golden staircase and the exquisite detail that gives it life, as well as the works of several artists that adorn the rest of the Palace, all depicting Venetian life in one way or another in breathtaking detail. Your guide will provide you with incredible facts and tales of those who once ruled Venice, making this tour a highlight of your visit to La Serenissima!

    Museums of St. Mark's Square

    After you tour the Palace, your guide will leave you to continue exploring Venice's rich history on your own by visiting the 3 museums in St. Mark's Square. You can start by visiting the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana, the walls of which are decorated by works of art created by masters like Titian and Veronese. The Archaeological Museum is home to a collection of Greek and Roman sculptures, objects, and artifacts, as well as Egyptian, Babylonian, and Assyrian antiquities. In contrast, the Museo Correr holds perhaps the most modern collection of art, poised between the Procuratie Vecchie and the Procuratie Nuove, in the perfect position to usher in a new era in Italian history.

  • What's not allowed

    • Backpacks are not allowed.
    • Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography is a no-go inside the venue.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible by wheelchairs/prams/strollers.
    • Please note that the Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armory are not accessible by wheelchair and pram/stroller.
    • Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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