Doge's Palace: Priority Entrance (Exclusive Refundable Ticket)
Description
Skip the long lines to enter in the imposing Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace) and the Royal Palace in Piazza San Marco. You will admire the stunning masterpieces of art collected by the Doge and the highest dignitaries of the Republic of Venice over many centuries. Cross the Bridge of Sighs and admire the old Venice Prisons. You can also enter in the Museo Correr (in front of the Doge’s Palace): here you’ll discover the history the Venice city and the Venetians Lifestyle in past. You can also admire the Royal rooms of Sissi and Napoleon. Enjoy a detailed guide book to learn more and customize your personal itinerary. Use the detailed handy guide book, provided in your chosen language, to find out curiosities and history of these magnificent palaces. Chose the Bell Tower option to live firsthand the tallest structure in Venice (98 meters). A quick elevator ride takes you to the top, where you will admire stunning vistas of the city's iconic landmarks.
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Itinerary
Collect your tickets at Calle de le Rasse 4536, Venice Tours office HOW TO REACH THE MEETING POINT From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536; look for the sign at the entrance.
A special ticket to skip the long line and save your time to enter in the marvelous Doge’s Palace: the old seat of the politician power during the Republic of Venice. Enjoy fast track admission to the Doge’s Palace and be stunned in front of the wonderful halls of powers, corridors and rooms of the Doge, that are decorated by the most famous Venetian artists as Tiepolo or Tiziano! You will cross the Bridge of Sighs to go down to the Old Venetian prisons where also Casanova was held!
The Doge's and Royal palace are in the most charming square of Venice: Piazza San Marco!
You may visit by yourself the other magnificent palaces around St. Mark’s Square under the name of Procuratie with the same ticket! You will discover the way of life of the venetians, with paintings, library, coinage, sculpture. You will be entered in the secrets of Venice Empire, with description of Arsenale who produced the famous battleship Galea. You will visit the area built by Napoleon and the rooms restored for Sissi Empress Austria.
ONLY IF OPTION IS SELECTED Experience the breathtaking views from St. Mark's Bell Tower, the tallest structure in Venice at 98 meters. A quick elevator ride takes you to the top, where you can admire stunning vistas of the city's iconic landmarks, including the domes of St. Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square, and the shimmering lagoon. This unique vantage point offers an unforgettable panorama of Venice's architectural beauty and vibrant life.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace: FREE DEPOSIT INSIDE
- DOGES PALACE OPENING HOURS: From 09:00am to 6:00pm (last admission 5:00pm).
- Comfortable shoes and appropriate clothes suggested
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee.
- Following new regulations effective July 1st, all travelers visiting St. Mark's Basilica and St. Mark’s Bell Tower must provide their full names — not just the lead traveler. Failure to do so may result in denied entry
Reviews(412)
Loved the Doge’s Palace. Incredible building and history. We spent a couple of hours here listening to the audio and wandering around admiring the beauty of this place! Would recommend!
The guide was very clear.. she speaks several languages fluently ... she is open to questions...she is sweet and looks her audience in the eye... she is clearly passionate and conveys it that way!!!
Dear guest, thanks a lot for the positive feedback about the tour and for choosing us. We are glad to know that everything went well and we hope to see you again in Venice very soon! Best regards, Customer Care Team
The visit is very short, but you can continue on your own with an audio guide for longer. The guide took the trouble to provide simultaneous translation in English and Spanish. Very helpful and attentive to everyone and to ensuring that we had all understood. Thank you
Dear guest, thanks a lot for the positive feedback about the tour and for choosing us. We are glad to know that everything went well and we hope to see you again in Venice very soon! Best regards, Customer Care Team
Stunning paintings, history and exhibits. You can feel the weight of history throughout each room. The Cafe has good food and cheap water.
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That was so good. There were many things to see. The view I took on the gondola was also very nice
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Guilano, our guide, was an amazing story teller and the reason the tour was an absolute amazing experience! The basilica and palace are unbelievable places and a must visit.
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Very good tour in French. We were there as a family with children aged 4 to 10 and everyone loved it. Thanks to the guide Bruno
Dear guest, thanks a lot for the positive feedback about the tour and for choosing us. We are glad to know that everything went well and we hope to see you again in Venice very soon! Best regards, Customer Care Team
Very well-informed guide. Very interesting visit
Dear guest, thanks a lot for the positive feedback about the tour and for choosing us. We are glad to know that everything went well and we hope to see you again in Venice very soon! Best regards, Customer Care Team
Valentina was smart, thoughtful, funny, and engaging, all while negotiating other groups, stragglers within ours, and people not following the rules.
Dear guest, thanks a lot for the positive feedback about the tour and for choosing us. We are glad to know that everything went well and we hope to see you again in Venice very soon! Best regards, Customer Care Team
Valentina was super ! Very knowledgeable and attentive to the group ! Best way to see the sites of Venice!
Dear guest, thanks a lot for the positive feedback about the tour and for choosing us. We are glad to know that everything went well and we hope to see you again in Venice very soon! Best regards, Customer Care Team
