Venice: Doge’s Palace Tour With Gondola and Optional Basilica
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Overview

Explore the heart of Venice’s political and artistic legacy with a skip-the-line tour of the Doge’s Palace. Once the seat of the Venetian Republic, this Gothic masterpiece offers access to grand halls, monumental staircases, and Renaissance artworks by Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese. Continue on to St. Mark's Square and the Bridge of Sighs, followed by a shared gondola ride through Venetian canals—without having to negotiate prices.

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VIVICOS INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SRL

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super beautiful

klausmR2315XY, Sept 2025

The Doge’s Palace is incredible, and getting the audio guide straight to our phone made everything super easy and fast. We could explore at our own pace and didn’t miss any cool details. Totally worth it if you want to soak in the history without feeling rushed.

Itinerary

  • Piazza San Marco

    The heart of Venice, where history, architecture, and vibrant atmosphere come together.

    30 minutes

  • Palazzo Ducale

    A masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture, once the seat of power of the Venetian Republic, where your guided tour brings centuries of history to life.

    1 hour
    Admission Included

  • Ponte dei Sospiri

    The Bridge of Sighs is a famous enclosed stone bridge in Venice that once connected the Doge’s Palace to the old prisons. It’s named after the sighs of prisoners seeing Venice for the last time through its windows.

    30 minutes
Meeting Point Map

Location

Address

P.za San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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Experience

Highlights

  • Visit one of Venice’s most important historical landmarks with skip-the-line access
  • Admire masterpieces by Renaissance artists in an opulent setting
  • Walk the Golden Staircase and explore the Doge’s private and political chambers
  • Upgrade to include skip-the-line entry to St. Mark's Basilica

    • Inclusions

    • Stop at a traditional Vetreria
    • View and learn about the Bridge of Sighs
    • Audioguide on your phone (if option selected)
    • Entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace and Correr Museum
    • Local Guide
    • Shared Gondola Ride

    Exclusions

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • food and beverage
    • Optional gratuities

    Additional Information

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • 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.
    • Please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code, to ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • If you select the audioguide option, please download the app to your phone in advance using Wi-Fi, as it will be used offline during the visit.
    • Enhance your visit further by upgrading to include optional skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica. Contact us to upgrade your tour

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Spanish

    • German

    • Italian

    • French

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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