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Type
Group tour
Group size
Max 15
Languages
English
The Doge's Palace Tour is a journey into the power, art and secrets of the Venetian Republic. For centuries this Gothic palace was the center of government, justice and ceremony. Today it is one of the most impressive buildings in Italy.
You begin with a short introduction to the history of Venice. Then you enter the Doge's Palace through the fast-track line and admire its rich Gothic architecture.
Inside, you walk through the rooms where the Doge and the Venetian Council ruled the Republic. Climb the Golden Staircase, see the Giants' Staircase and stand in the vast Chamber of the Great Council, decorated with impressive paintings and frescoes.
The tour ends with a walk across the legendary Bridge of Sighs. It leads from the palace into the New Prisons. Your guide explains the daily life of prisoners, and the real story behind the bridge's famous name.
The palace is large and its history is complex. With a licensed guide and priority entry, you skip the queue and understand what you see. Groups are small, with up to 15 people. More than 5,600 travelers have rated this tour 5 stars.
For a tour that also includes St. Mark's Basilica, see our Doge's Palace and Basilica Tour.
Additional Info
Meet your private guide at the meeting point in your confirmation email.
Enter through the fast-track line.
See the Golden Staircase, the Giants' Staircase and the Chamber of the Great Council.
Cross the famous bridge and learn the stories behind it.
Discover the prisons and the stories behind them.
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