Excursions & day trips

Guided Tour of Doge's Palace with Skip the line ticket

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$74.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, French

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 50 minutes

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Why you’ll love this…

Discover the imposing Doge's Palace, one of Italy's Venetian Gothic palaces
See art from famous painters and sculptors housed inside, including by Tiepolo
Join your guide in the heart of Piazza San Marco and venture into the majestic Doge's Palace, a symbol of Venetian power and grandeur.

What to expect

Join your guide in the heart of Piazza San Marco and venture into the majestic Doge's Palace, a symbol of Venetian power and grandeur. As you step inside, you'll be transported to a world of opulence and splendor, where the Doge and his Council once controlled the destiny of the Venetian Republic. Marvel at the stunning works of art that adorn the walls of the Palace's grand halls, crafted by some of Venice's most renowned painters such as Tiziano and Tintoretto. Wander through the halls of power, admiring the luxurious living quarters of the Doge and his family. Take in the breathtaking beauty of the "Paradise," the largest painting in the world, and be dazzled by the intricate details of the golden staircase, the Parliament, and the courtyard.

Thanks to Skip the Line ticket, you'll have immediate access to this extraordinary landmark without any wait times. Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in the history and grandeur of the Doge's Palace.

What's included

Guided tour
Skip-the-line ticket

What's not included

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Where

Venice Tours, Calle de le Rasse, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

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. Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.

What to remember

Accessibility:

This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities

Not allowed:

For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace (free deposit inside)

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

Please note that on certain days between 18th April 2025 and 27th July 2025, every visitor to Venice is required to pay an access fee, directly to Venice Municipality, unless otherwise excluded. For dates, payment methods, to benefit from exclusions and for all information about it go to https://cda.ve.it

Know in advance:

Tours do not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in these cases it can be postponed to the day after, otherwise it will be refunded)
Audio-receiver devices are included in the case of groups over 10 people
It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes
The tour is not considered private but it is shared with other guests not belonging to the same party

Provider

Venice Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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