Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace

This tour takes you back to the golden age of the city, passing through the surprising living rooms of the Doge's Palace, the residence of the Duke of the Venetian Republic and the seat of Venetian political power through the centuries.

Description

At the specified time, we will meet in the center of Venice to explore one of the most renowned monuments in the city.

During this guided tour of the Doge's Palace, we will pass through the art-filled rooms from where the Doge and his advisors governed the republic for over 1,000 years.

As we visit the various halls, ascend the golden stairs, and admire the grand paintings of the era, you will experience the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.

The tour then descends into the old prison, revealing the plight of prisoners who, after crossing the Bridge of Sighs, ended up in the dungeons. The most notable prisoner of the Doge's Palace was Casanova.

After the guided tour, you may revisit the Palace at your leisure.

Meeting Point

Depending on availability when booking, you must select one of the following starting points:

From Campo San ZaccariaFrom Calle Larga Ascensione

What does the visit include?

By booking the guided tour of the Doge's Palace, you will receive priority access to avoid long queues.The entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace also grants free access to the other museums in St. Mark's Square: Correr Museum, Archaeological Museum, Monumental Hall, and National Martian Library. Tickets will be valid on the same day and allow one-time access to each museum.If you visit the Palazzo Ducale in the morning, you must visit the Correr Museum in the afternoon. Conversely, if you visit in the afternoon, the Correr Museum must be visited the following morning.