Skip-the-line Doge’s Palace Guided Tour
1 Hr 15 minutes
Description
Meet your local guide and embark on an extraordinary journey through history and art as you explore one of the city’s most renowned museums: the Doge’s Palace. This guided tour provides access to the former seat of political power in Venice, a stunning edifice adorned by the eminent Italian artists of the 1500s.
Inside this palace-turned-museum, you’ll encounter masterpieces by Italian painters such as Tintoretto, Titian, and Veronese. Delve into the secrets of Venice’s governance, visit the historic prisons, and immerse yourself in the legends surrounding this iconic palace. Your local guide will lead you to the most compelling paintings and the most captivating rooms, including the majestic Sala del Maggior Consiglio, an extraordinary hall counted among the world’s largest.
As you wander through this enchanting palace, time will slip away, and your imagination will transport you to an era when these halls buzzed with discussions shaping the destiny of Venice. The palace and its prisons are steeped in countless legends and stories. Witness the living conditions of prisoners, and cross the famed Bridge of Sighs, retracing the steps of those who traversed it in the past.
See more...Highlights
In just two hours, this tour pulls back the curtain on the secrets of the Venetian Republic. You will:
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Navigate the halls of power where the city’s complex government once ruled.
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Descend into the chilling prison cells that held the empire’s captives.
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Discover the haunting legends and untold stories that linger within these historic walls.
Experience the grandeur and the mystery of Venice in one essential, concise journey.
Important Information
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants..
- In case of rain: This tour will never be canceled due to rain. However, access to the Doge’s Palace may not be allowed in the event of high tide. The guide will decide the best alternative for the entire group. Please note that refunds will not be granted to those who do not accept the offered alternative.
- Legally licensed English speaking Tour Guide
- No queues: skip-the-line and access guaranteed Doge's Palace Tickets
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Electronic voucher accepted
From € 95
Meeting Point
Calle Larga de l’Ascension, in front of the Post Italiane Office near St. Mark’s square, 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.