Venice Walking Tour: The Amazing Doge's Palace
Overview
Explore the heart of Venice with an exclusive guided tour of the magnificent Doge's Palace. Skip the long lines and step into a world rich with history, where unspoken betrayals and political power once reigned. Guided by a master storyteller, wander through grand halls adorned with stunning works by Tintoretto and Veronese, and traverse the haunting Bridge of Sighs to feel the echoes of the past. This tour offers an in-depth look at both the glory and the shadows of Venice, including a chilling visit to the dungeons that held its most infamous prisoners.
* Exclusive access to the Doge’s Palace, bypassing long wait times
* Guided tour with a master storyteller for an immersive experience
* Visit the Bridge of Sighs and learn about its historical significance
* Explore the dark dungeons where secrets and stories were kept
What's Included
- Headseats for groups bigger than 10 people
- Entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace and Correr Museum
- Local expert guide
- 1 hour guided tour
- Transport
- Food and beverage
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Doge's Palace
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Top10Adventures® voucher is not your entry ticket. You will receive all the necessary information via email and Whatsapp.
- 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.
- 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.
- Please note that to use the audio guide, you must have a smartphone and headphones.
- Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code.
- 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.
- 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.
- Please dress appropriately for a place of worship: shoulders and knees should be covered.
- If you wish to upgrade your tour with tickets to the Basilica, please contact us
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-41348P94
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Top10Adventures® customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).
- Headseats for groups bigger than 10 people.
- Entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace and Correr Museum.
- Local expert guide.
- 1 hour guided tour.
- transport.
- food and beverage.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This adventure requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Venice Walking Tour: The Amazing Doge's Palace is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venice Walking Tour: The Amazing Doge’s Palace will be included in your confirmation email from Top10Adventures®. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Headseats for groups bigger than 10 people
- Entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace and Correr Museum
- Local expert guide
- 1 hour guided tour
- Transport
- Food and beverage
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Viator voucher is not your entry ticket. You will receive all the necessary information via email and Whatsapp.
- 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.
- 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.
- Please note that to use the audio guide, you must have a smartphone and headphones.
- Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code.
- 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.
- 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.
- Please dress appropriately for a place of worship: shoulders and knees should be covered.
- If you wish to upgrade your tour with tickets to the Basilica, please contact us
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
