Venice Doge's Palace & Prisons Tour
Description
Skip the lines at the iconic Doge’s Palace in Venice and uncover its highlights and secrets on a 2-hour tour. Walk right past the main entrance queues with your knowledgeable guide, and delve into the magnificent palace’s history as you explore its lavish public chambers. See prized Italian Renaissance artwork by Tintoretto and Veronese, and learn about the dark deeds of the city’s former rulers and secret service. Then, wander across the world-famous Bridge of Sighs and end your tour with a visit to the New Prisons.
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Itinerary
Enjoy a 2 hrs in depht tour of the Doges Palace and visit the famous Prisons.
While standing in the courtyard as your guide will introduce you to the Doges Palace architecture and history, see and learn about the Giant Staircase leading up to the Palace and used for formal entrances.
Walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs connecting the Doge's Palace to the Prisons and learn why it was given this name.
Learn about the Main entrance of the Doges Palace, the paper door that links the Doges Palace to St Mark's Basilica.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- At times, Doges Palace can close without notice. No refunds are available as these events are beyond our control.
- 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. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Reviews(650)
Wonderful private tour experience led by Georgia. Her personable approach coupled with a strong knowledge of Venezia’s history led to a perfect interactive two hour tour
Very nice and informative guide.
This was a fabulous tour of the Doge's Palace - interesting and engaging the entire time. Our tour guide, Edy, was extremely dynamic and pointed out interesting details about the Palace, the history of Venice, and other facts in a way that kept our rapt attention (including the attention of our 8 and 11 year old, who both loved the guide as well). She is a story-teller and is able to relay the history in a way that made it easy to follow and exciting. This is a must-see site in Venice that was made even better by our fabulous guide - highly recommend!
Cristina was so knowledgeable and chose such interesting information and stories to share. There was no question (about the Doge Palace or Venice in general) that she couldn’t answer. Excellent tour, loved every minute.
This was a very informative tour. Our guide Georgina was knowledgeable and answered all our questions. She did a wonderful job explaining the diverse history of Venice, including the art and architecture.
Fabulous tour with an exceptional tour guide, Giorgia. The Palace is extraordinary and truly a sight not to be missed. Giorgia really brought us into the history where we were learning and enjoying the tour at the same time. She brought her own prepared pictures to help illustrate historical points that further added to the richness of the experience. 5-stars thanks to Giorgia!
Lorenzo our guide was very knowledgeable, attentive and happy to answer all the group members questions about the Doge palace. The tour lived up to all expectations, especially the experience of walking across the bridge into the prison area.
We found the Doges palace tour extremely interesting. The whole history of the Doges is fascinating. The palace is so ornate and the paintings absolutely stunning. If you compare it to the Vatican, we much preferred the Palace. Sorry I can’t remember the ladies name but she was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Took the time to explain in detail everything we need to know.
This is a very good tour. Our guide had a lot of knowledge to share and kept the tour interesting. If you are not very ambulatory this tour has a lot of stairs.
Wonderful day with Christina She was a wealth of information and took us for a very detailed and intensive tour. Highly recommend
