
Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace
This tour takes you back to the golden age of the city, passing through the living rooms of the Doge's Palace, the residence of the Duke of the Venetian Republic and the seat of Venetian political power for centuries. Tour Details. At the...
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This tour takes you back to the golden age of the city, passing through the living rooms of the Doge's Palace, the residence of the Duke of the Venetian Republic and the seat of Venetian political power for centuries.
Tour Details
At the specified time, we will meet in the center of Venice to explore one of its most famous monuments. During this guided tour of the Doge's Palace, we will visit the art-filled rooms where the Doge and his advisors controlled the republic for over 1,000 years.
We will explore various halls, ascend the golden stairs, and appreciate the grand paintings of the era, immersing ourselves in the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. The tour also includes a descent into the old prison to learn about the plight of prisoners who crossed the Bridge of Sighs into the darkness of the dungeons, including the famous Casanova.
After the guided tour, you can revisit the Palace at your leisure.
Meeting Point
When booking, you must choose from the following starting points based on availability:
From Campo San ZaccariaFrom Calle Larga Ascensione
What Does the Visit Include?
Booking the guided tour of the Doge's Palace provides priority access to avoid long queues.The entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace includes free access to other museums in St. Mark's Square: Correr Museum, Archaeological Museum, Monumental Hall, and National Martian Library. Tickets are valid on the same day of the visit and allow access to each museum once.If visiting the Palazzo Ducale in the morning, access to the Correr Museum will be available in the afternoon. If visiting in the afternoon, access to the Correr Museum can be made the following morning.
Prices
Included
- English–speaking guide
- Priority access ticket to the Doge's Palace
- Ticket to the 4 museums in St. Mark's Square: Correr Museum, Archaeological Museum, Monumental Rooms of the National Library, and National Martian Library
Tips
- Accessibility: Yes, some of the areas are accessible