Save your time and skip the long line to enter in the breathtaking Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) and the other museums in St. Mark’s Square! Be stunned in front of the marvelous halls and corridors at your own pace: look at the incredible artistic masterpieces created by great artists such as Tiziano!

You will admire the Golden Staircase and the incredible Last Judgment: the largest painting in the world. Later, you could also cross the Bridge of Sighs from the inside to reach the prisons where criminals were kept, including Casanova! From there, you could have a unique overview of Venice from the top.

You will use the handy guide book, provided in your chosen language, to learn the history of the palace and its masterpieces of art. Keep on discovering Venice in all its beauty!

Why you’ll love this…

Skip the long lines and enter the imposing Doge Palace
Discover Sant Mark’s Square without waiting in line
Cross the Bridge of Sighs and admire Venice magic view!

Important to know

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. There is a free deposit inside

Know in advance:

You'll receive a handy guidebook in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian
The ticket is not refundable

Remember to bring:

Comfortable shoes suggested

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.

What’s included

Skip the line ticket to the Doge's Palace
Skip the line tickets for Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana
Handy Guide Book (one for each couple or one every 2 people in case of family or group) with details of Doge's Palace, Basilica, Saint Mark's square
Suggestions for 7 itineraries to visit Venice
A detailed map with public boat transportation information

What’s not included

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Booking fee

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

Location

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.