Secrets of the Doge's Palace: Venice Guided Tour

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Secrets of the Doge's Palace: Venice Guided Tour

Price from
€59
Duration
1 h 15 min
Group size
Up to 25 travellers
Guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

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Overview

Step back in time to the golden age of the Venetian Republic. On this expert-led guided tour, you’ll bypass the notoriously long lines and step straight into the heart of Venice’s political and historical power: the Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale).

From the breathtaking golden ceilings to the dark, chilling prison cells, this tour offers a captivating journey through the secrets, masterpieces, and scandals that shaped the Mediterranean's most powerful empire.

What's included

Headseats for groups bigger than 10 people
1 hour guided tour
Entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace and Correr Museum
Local expert guide

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
food and beverage

What you will do

Palazzo Ducale
A masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture, once the seat of power of the Venetian Republic, where your guided tour brings centuries of history to life.
1 h

Meeting point

Meet your host under the blue Clock Tower at the corner of St. Mark's Basilica, next to Bar Americano. The host will be holding a blue flag and wearing a yellow vest.

End point: Meet your host under the blue Clock Tower at the corner of St. Mark's Basilica, next to Bar Americano. The host will be holding a blue flag and wearing a yellow vest.

Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Visits inside the Doge’s Palace have a typical duration of 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the time spent exploring the various rooms and exhibitions.
Please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code, to ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation.
During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
The tour runs even in light rain. Please note that during certain time of the year, high tide may occur. In that case, raised walkways are set up to allow access and disposable shoe covers can be purchased in front of the entrance.