Start your day with an unforgettable Doge’s Palace tour and a guided walking experience through Venice’s most significant historical landmarks. Your journey begins with a walking tour (no entrances) through the most iconic spots tied to Venice’s rich history. Led by a qualified and experienced guide, you will travel back in time, exploring the thousand-year history of the Serenissima Republic. This multilingual tour offers essential insights into Venice’s fascinating past, perfect for understanding the city’s deep cultural roots.
After the walking tour, you will head to one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks — the Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale). For centuries, this stunning Gothic masterpiece served as the seat of Venetian political power. In its grand and ornate rooms, adorned with breathtaking masterpieces, the Doge and his Council governed the fate of Venice for over a thousand years. With your guide, you’ll explore the palace’s halls of power, stepping into the heart of the European Middle Ages and beyond.
Marvel at the intricate details of the golden staircase and the vivid realism in the artwork that decorates the palace. Your Doge’s Palace tour includes a journey across the famous Bridge of Sighs, where prisoners took their final glimpse of Venice before entering the dreaded Venetian prisons. These prisons, notorious for hosting the famous Giacomo Casanova, provide a stark contrast to the opulence of the palace, offering a glimpse into the darker side of Venetian history.
This Doge’s Palace tour is an essential experience for anyone looking to explore Venice’s political and cultural history. With expert guidance and breathtaking architecture, this tour offers a deep dive into Venice’s most important landmarks. Don’t miss the chance to live this unique and immersive journey through time!
The tour includes:
- Walking tour throughout Venice + tour of the Doge’s Palace
- Ticket for the Palace, which will allow you to enter without waiting
- Audio-receiver devices for groups of 10 or more people
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Meeting point
Check-in at the shop opposite the Church of San Zaccaria. Please show a copy of your voucher to the staff.
