Small group Doge's Palace tour
Activities

Small group Doge's Palace tour

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$87.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability: Consult calendar
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit the buildings that were once the residence of the Doge of Venice
  • Cross the Bridge of Sighs and visit the Doge's Palace and prisons
  • Learn about the unique Venetian political institution and the Council of Ten
What to expect

A full 2-hour Venice walking tour of the Doge's Palace in Venice should be an absolute must for anyone visiting Venice. The most important building in Venice is the key for understanding the city and its inimitable form and longevity.

Within its walls, the city's form of government was as unique as the city itself, and during this captivating tour of the Doge's Palace, you'll learn all about the inner workings of the brain of Venice. Equipped with complimentary headphones, you'll be able to hear all the detailed commentary of your expert English-speaking guides, as they recount a fascinating story of the longest ever-running independent Republic in the history of the world.

Learn about the Venetian's unique form of government, the role of the Doge (the Duke of Venice) and the notorious Council of Ten, who were created to maintain the security of the State. Not to mention the notorious torture chambers and prisons reserved for enemies of the state. While housing all the institutions inside its chambers, that made Venice one of the most enlightened cities in the world, the Venetians themselves also adorned the Doge's Palace with fabulous works of Art that will be discussed during your tour.

Cross the Bridge of Sighs to see the prisons of the Doge's Palace. And of course, during your 2-hour tour, you'll discuss the architecture that went on to influence the rest of the city with its Byzantine-Gothic style of architecture, reflecting a city that neither belonged to the west or the east.

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What's included
  • check Licensed expert English-speaking tour guide
  • check Headphones
  • check Skip-the-line tickets to the Doge's Palace
What's not included
  • x_not_included Gratuities
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/drop off
Where

Sestiere di S. Marco, 312, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

Meeting point:
At the entrance of the Royal Gardens on the waterfront of St. Mark’s Square. From St. Mark’s, facing the Basilica, turn right and walk towards the open water. At the two giant columns, facing the water, turn right and following the line of trees after 100 meters, you’ll come to the entrance of the Royal Gardens, where your guide will be waiting for you, holding a sign with Doge’s Palace walk written on it
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility

Know in advance:

  • At times, Doge's Palace closes without notice. No refunds are available, as these events are beyond the local operator's control

Extra fee to be paid on-site:

  • Please note that on certain days between 18 April 2025 and 27 July 2025, each visitor to Venice is required to pay, directly to the Municipality of Venice, an Access Fee, except for the various exemptions. Please, check fares and dates on the official communications channels of the Municipality of Venice
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Provider
Avventure Bellissime
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

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