The Doge's Palace is the most important example of Gothic architecture in Venice. Access the interior through the Porta del Frumento, overlooking the Venetian Lagoon. As the residence of the Doge, it served as a governmental seat, a court of justice, and a symbol of the Republic's power. Founded after 812 and rebuilt multiple times due to fires, it became a museum after Venice was annexed to the Kingdom of Italy and now houses the Civic Museum of the Doge's Palace.
The visit starts at the inner courtyard with its monumental facades and Gothic colonnade. Admire the Giant's Staircase, featuring Mars and Neptune by Jacopo Sansovino, before heading to the first floor. There, see the Sala del Maggior Consiglio where the Great Council met. Finally, explore the prisons via the Bridge of Sighs, offering a stunning view of the lagoon and the silhouette of Giudecca.
What's included
- Entrance tickets Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana
- Entrance tickets Museo Correr and National Archaeological Museum of Venice
- Professional guide
What's not included
- Food and drink
- Transport
Languages spoken by guide
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Skip the Line means that instead of waiting in the normal long queue, the customer enters a fast, priority queue, together with the other customers who have chosen this option
This tour is shared