The Doge’s Palace in Venice is renowned for hosting exhibitions that display its rich artistic heritage, including sculptures, decorative arts, and paintings.
These exhibitions aim to preserve the palace’s historical significance, engage visitors, and foster cultural exchange through collaborative efforts with other institutions.
This article reveals some of the most popular exhibitions organized in Doge’s Palace and provides information about the upcoming exhibitions.
Current Exhibition
Over the years, Doge’s Palace has hosted many exhibitions visitors have enjoyed.
One of the latest exhibitions, “The Worlds of Marco Polo,” began on April 6, 2024, offering visitors a new and exciting experience.
The Worlds of Marco Polo – The journey of a 13th Century Venetian merchant
Date: From 6 April to 29 September, 2024
Venue: Doge’s Apartments
Timings: 9 am to 7 pm (last entrance at 6 pm), daily
Extended Hours: Friday and Saturday (9 am to 11 pm)
Ticket Price: €13
Discounted Price (€9) applicable for –
- Children aged 6 to 14Students from 15 to 25
- Holders of ISIC (International Student Identity Card)
- Senior Citizens over 65 years
- Holders of the Carta Rolling Venice Holders of the Carta Giovani Members of ICOM Ca’ Foscari Alumni Holders of Save Venice Inc. Card (valid for two people) Holders of Art Pass Venice International Foundation
Special reduced price for MUVE Friend Card holders: €5
Visitors with specific tickets like “Musei di Piazza San Marco” or “Secret Itineraries at Palazzo Ducale” are eligible for a special reduced rate of €2.
This offer also extends to holders of Museum Pass or Venezia Unica Pack. It is valid only on the day of access to the Doge’s Palace with paid tickets
School reduced price: €5 per person (school must present a list on headed paper)
Free entry for:
- Children from 0 to 5 years old
- Disabled individuals with accompanying guide
- Tourist guides
- Members of “Amici dei Musei e Monumenti Veneziani”
- Accompanying teachers of school groups (up to 2 teachers per group)
Online booking available only for reduced price tickets for children aged 6 to 14, students aged 15 to 25, and individuals over 65.
Other reduced and free tickets issued directly at the Ticket Office upon presentation of required documents.
About the Exhibition
The upcoming exhibition at Doge’s Palace, titled “The Worlds of Marco Polo,” will explore the remarkable life and travels of Marco Polo, organized as part of the initiatives for the 700th Anniversary of his death.
Visitors can expect to learn about Venice’s trade and commerce during the 14th century, as well as the influence of the Polo family’s travels on cartography and Venetian culture.
The exhibition will delve into the diverse realms encountered by the Polos on their journey, including different cultural, artistic, and religious practices across Asia during the “Pax Mongolica” period.
Precious works from museums across Europe, Asia, and North America will be on display, showcasing maps, ceramics, fabrics, manuscripts, and more associated with Marco Polo’s discoveries.
Families and children can also enjoy guided tours and an Activity Book filled with anecdotes, games, and tales relating to Marco Polo’s extraordinary adventures and writings.
There’s a event called “Guests at the Palace” going on, from 27 March to 21 July, 2024, which features a public display of paintings that exalt the role of Venice and its major figures in European history and culture, including Canaletto’s masterpiece.
If you are planning to visit the exhibition during these dates, also check out this event.
For more details, visit Doge’s Palace official website.
Planning Your Doge’s Palace Visit with Exhibitions
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Don’t forget to explore the Doge’s Palace‘s permanent collection alongside the exhibition.
The unique blend of art, architecture, and history within the palace walls creates a richer experience.
We recommend checking the official website for the latest exhibition information and ticket options for the exhibition before booking your tickets.
Do review ticket options before booking. Some exhibitions might require separate tickets, while some combination tickets might include both the exhibition and the Doge’s Palace itself.
To book your exhibition ticket, you can either do so online or by contacting the phone call center at 848082000 (from Italy) or +39 041 42730892 (from abroad).
The call center is available Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm and on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 1 pm.
Alternatively, you can email prenotazionivenezia@coopculture.it.
Tickets and passes can be collected at the Doge’s Palace box office.
Consider combination tickets. Combination tickets that include the Doge’s Palace and other Venetian attractions might provide great value as they can save time and money, especially if you plan to visit several museums or landmarks.
