Highlights

Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes approx. of shared guided tour 

Languages: English, Spanish, German, French and Italian 

Discover the majestic Doge's Palace with hundreds of masterpieces of painting; an experience of discovery and wonder that will illuminate your understanding of the magnificence and timeless charm of this regal residence.

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Description

Meet your guide a few steps from St Mark's Square and let yourself be guided to the imposing Doge's Palace. In its splendid rooms, plastered and decorated, the Doge and his Council controlled the fate of the Republic of Venice.

Enter the halls of power and the wonderful rooms where the Doge lived with his family; admire the incredible works of art by famous Venetian artists such as Titian and Tintoretto. Inside you will find the 'Paradise': the largest painting in the world! Be amazed by the precious details of the golden staircase, the Parliament and the inner courtyard.

A timeless journey through rooms steeped in history and secrets, where art, politics and culture intertwine in a fascinating tale that spans the centuries. Get ready to unveil the mysteries hidden behind its walls! 

Your guide will take you to the Bridge of Sighs, a passageway that leads you directly to the dank and dark prison cells of the Doge's Palace. The bridge is famous because prisoners would sigh as they crossed it, admiring sadly a free world for the last time.

The ticket also includes the access to the Correr Museum, the Marciana Library and the National Archaeological Museum in St Mark's Square, making your experience even more complete!

The price includes
  • Doge’s Palace shared guided tour 
  • Skip-the-line ticket to Doge’s Palace
  • Access to the Bridge of Sighs 
  • Access to Doge’s Palace Prisons
  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket to Royal Palace (Correr Museum)
  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket to Marciana Library
  • Skip-the-line entrance ticket to National Archeological Museum
  • Audio-receiver devices (for groups over 10 people)
The fee does not include
  • Food and drinks
  • Guided tour of Royal Palace, Marciana Library, and National Archeological Museum
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Things to know before leaving
  • The tour is NOT private but is shared with other participants.
  • The price is per person.
  • Royal Palace (Correr Museum) ticket is included and can be used on the same day of the Doge's Palace guided tour or on the following day. 
  • The Marciana Library is closed on Sundays.
  • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
  • For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace (Free deposit available inside).
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to the staff)
Meeting Point
  • Meeting point: Calle Larga dell'Ascension 1257, the meeting point is a brown wooden newsstand with a yellow sign saying "MEETING POINT", in front of the Post Office (Poste Italiane). Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time.

            HOW TO REACH THE MEETING POINT

  • With St. Mark's Square and the arches of the Correr Museum behind you and the Italian Post Office in front of you, find on your back the brown wooden newsstand with the yellow sign that says "MEETING POINT".
Cancellation policies
  • No penalty for cancellation within 24 hrs before the tour. On line customer service 7 days a week, 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
  • The tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather or exceptionally high tide (in these cases it will be rescheduled for the following day or refunded)