Doge's Palace Guided tour + Ebook

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore one of Venice's greatest symbols on a fascinating visit to the majestic Doge's Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture and the former center of power of the Republic of Venice. Passing through the historic Porta del Frumento, you'll immerse yourself in centuries of history, politics, and mysteries that have shaped the city.

During the tour, admire the impressive inner courtyard, the elegant Gothic colonnade, and the iconic Staircase of the Giants, decorated with statues of Mars and Neptune. Marvel at the grandeur of the Great Council Hall, where important decisions were made, and conclude the experience by crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs towards the former prisons, with unforgettable views of the Venetian lagoon.

To make your experience even more complete, you will receive an exclusive eBook with curiosities, stories, and tips about Venice and the Doge's Palace, allowing you to further deepen your connection with this unique place.

What's Included

Professional guide
Ebook guide
Entrance to Palazzo Ducale
Food and drink
Transport
Access to the Prison

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1256

Calle larga de l'Ascension 1256 - 30124 next to the San Marco Post Office (opposite St. Mark's Basilica). Look for the wooden kiosk. Turive assistant

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    Doge's Palace

    Nestled at the junction where the Canal Grande meets the southern expanse of San Marco square stands the Doge's Palace, a venerable symbol of Venice's republican past. Once the residence of the Doge—a paramount figure in the city-state's governance—the palace also housed pivotal political institutions. Despite enduring several fires over the centuries, each restoration imbued the palace with new architectural nuances from its respective era.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If the chosen time is not available, you will be transferred to another time on the same day. These changes do not depend on us. Therefore, when making the reservation you are aware of this possibility, we will not accept subsequent complaints or refund requests. Example: If you choose the 12:00 time slot and the Palace ticket office closes at that time, you will be transferred to the first available time slot, 15:45
  • This tour is shared
  • "Skip the Line" means that instead of waiting in the normal long queue, the customer enters a fast, priority queue, together with the other customers who have chosen this option
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Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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