Doge’s Palace Guided Tours

The Doge’s Palace features hidden passageways and secret chambers inaccessible to the public.

Guided tours offer access to these intriguing areas, providing insights into the Palace’s lesser-known history and expert interpretation of its vast art collection and intricate architecture.

These tickets are best for visitors who want an in-depth exploration of the palace with insightful commentary, enhancing their understanding of Venetian history. 

Guides are local experts, and upon request, they can provide information on various hidden gems (restaurants, places to visit, things to see, the best time to visit etc) in Venice, making your trip memorable.

The following guided tour tickets are popular among visitors to Doge’s Palace – 

• Join our full palace tour for an immersive journey through Venice’s cultural heritage. Check out the Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs, and Prisons Guided Tour now.
• Enjoy skip-the-line access and expert guidance with our Doge’s Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Prisons.
• Experience Venice like never before with our Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica Before Hours Guided Tour, where you can beat the crowds with early access to these iconic landmarks.

Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs & Prisons Guided Tour

This ticket provides a comprehensive tour of the Doge’s Palace, covering all its highlights and hidden mysteries. 

In this 1.5 to 2-hour tour with an expert guide, you will admire artistic masterpieces by painters like Tiepolo and Tiziano, the Palace’s golden staircases and halls, including Tintoretto’s monumental “Last Judgment” painting. 

After the Palace tour, you will explore the Old Royal Palace in St. Mark’s Square, once inhabited by Empress Sissi of Austria. 

With skip-the-line access and professional guidance, this co

Highlight:

• You can access the Doge’s Palace and explore its residential offices once the seat of the Venetian government.
• Admire the stunning architecture featuring Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance influences throughout the Palace.
• As you tour the palace’s art-filled halls, discover renowned masterpieces by artists like Tintoretto, Titian, Veronese, and Bellini.
• Visit the prison where Giacomo Casanova was famously incarcerated and later escaped, adding a layer of intrigue to your experience.

Prices:

• Adult ticket (15+ years): €56
• Child ticket (6 to 14 years): €40
• Infant Ticket (up to 5 years): Free

Cancellation:

You must cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

Doge’s Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Prisons

Take a 1-hour guided tour of the Doge’s Palace, which served as Venice’s political center for many years. 

Go through the luxurious halls filled with innumerable works of art with the assistance of a knowledgeable guide. 

Indulge in the historical setting of the European Middle Ages while admiring the ornate features and magnificent stairway. 

Discover the eerie ambiance of the Venice prisons, including the notorious Bridge of Sighs, the former detention site of Giacomo Casanova and other convicts. 

You can get free admission to all St. Mark’s Square museums, including Biblioteca Marciana, The Archaeological Museum, and The Correr Museum.

Highlights:

• You can access the Doge’s Palace and explore its residential offices once the seat of the Venetian government.
• Admire the stunning architecture featuring Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance influences throughout the Palace.
• As you tour the palace’s art-filled halls, discover renowned masterpieces by artists like Tintoretto, Titian, Veronese, and Bellini.
• Visit the prison where Giacomo Casanova was famously incarcerated and later escaped, adding a layer of intrigue to your experience.

Prices:

• Adult ticket (15+ years): €56
• Child ticket (6 to 14 years): €40
• Infant Ticket (up to 5 years): Free

Cancellation:

Get a complete refund if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance.

Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica Before Hours Guided Tour

With this ticket, you can visit St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace before the crowds arrive. 

You’ll start your guided tour of the Doge’s Palace with a skip-the-line entry. Enjoy its opulence and explore its hidden mysteries. 

You’ll travel across the famous Bridge of Sighs and hear about its melancholy history as dawn illuminates the interiors of marble and gold. 

After that, avoid the crowds by going straight to St. Mark’s Basilica, where you can explore its elaborate architecture and extensive history while enjoying breathtaking views of Venice from its terrace.

Highlights:

• Discover the realm of the Venetian nobility by touring the magnificent Doge’s Palace.
• Obtain a before-hours ticket to gain early entry to the Doge’s Palace and explore the corridors ahead of the throng of people.
• Explore the Bridge of Sighs’ terrible beginnings and historical importance by traveling across it with your guide.
• Take in the breathtaking views of Piazza San Marco from St. Mark’s Basilica’s rooftop.
• Discover the deep significance and historical background of these well-known Venetian sites with the help of your competent tour guide.

Prices:

• Visitor ticket (11+ years): €95
• Child ticket (6 to 10 years): €85
• Infant ticket (Up to 5 years): Free

Cancellation:

You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time for a full refund.