The Golden Age of Venice: Inside the Doge's Palace
Venice, Italyby Real Barcelona Tours
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Skip the line
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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Overview
Step inside a legendary monument where supreme luxury masked absolute power. This guided tour is entirely dedicated to the majestic Doge’s Palace, offering an uninterrupted experience strictly within its historic walls. Bypassing the long lines with an expert storyteller, you will enter the heart of a vanished empire. Your journey begins beneath the dazzling, gold-dripping ceilings of the Great Council Chamber, surrounded by monumental Renaissance masterpieces. Your guide will unveil the secret alliances and gripping scandals that shaped history from these very rooms. The experience takes a dramatic turn as you descend into the chilling, historic stone dungeons within the complex. Stand inside the stark cells where secret tribunals sealed fates, and discover the exact corner where Casanova staged his legendary escape. A captivating plunge into the secrets locked inside the palace.
What's included
- Licensed local guide
- Correr Museum entry
- Skip-the-line Doge’s Palace ticket
- transport
- Meals
- Tips (optional)
- St. Mark’s Basilica tickets not included
Itinerary
- 1
Palazzo Ducale
Led by an expert guide, you will explore the dual soul of Venice's empire. First, immerse yourself in the golden opulence of the lavish Golden Staircase and the majestic Great Council Chamber. Then, your guide will lead you into the shadows: cross the iconic Bridge of Sighs and descend into the chilling stone dungeons to uncover secret plots and see the very cell Casanova escaped from.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Viator voucher is not your entry ticket. You will receive all the necessary information via email and Whatsapp.
- Visits inside the Doge’s Palace have a typical duration of 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the time spent exploring the various rooms and exhibitions.
- The tour runs even in light rain. Please note that during certain time of the year, high tide may occur. In that case, raised walkways are set up to allow access and disposable shoe covers can be purchased in front of the entrance.
- Please note that to use the audio guide, you must have a smartphone and headphones.
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- Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code.
- During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
- If you wish to upgrade your experience with a Basilica entry ticket, please contact us
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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