Enjoy the highlights of Venice in just two hours with a visit to the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Square. Join a small group tour and hear fascinating stories from local expert guides as you explore these iconic landmarks. Skip the long lines with pre-reserved, priority access tickets. For a fuller Venice experience, add an optional 30-minute gondola ride along the Grand Canal to discover hidden corners and famous sights from the water.
Start in St Mark’s Square, where you’ll start getting acquainted with the city and its fascinating origins. Learn about its historical, social, and political importance as you stand in the most important public space in the city. Take in the Clock Tower and the Marble Lions, all part of St Mark’s rich history.
Follow your guide straight into the opulent Doge’s Palace with pre-reserved tickets. Bypass the long lines to explore the political heart of an Empire at a relaxed pace.
Learn about the supreme authority and wealth of the ruling Venetian Doges, as well as the Gothic architecture of this palazzo. Ask about the talented 14th-century sculptors who worked on the palace, and enjoy stunning views across the Lagoon as you exit this world-famous landmark.
Continue to the Old Prison, originally part of the Doge’s Palace, and learn why the New Prisons were built. You’ll also understand the significance of the Bridge of Sighs, another unmissable highlight of Venice.
Listen to the extraordinary tale of the famous Casanova and his life in Venice as you gaze across the Venice lagoon. Say goodbye to your guide with enough knowledge to appreciate the rest of your stay in Venice in a deeper way.
Your admission ticket also includes entry to the Correr Museum on St Mark’s Square. The building was originally designed as a residence for Napoleon and later became the Venetian residence of the King of Italy. After the tour has ended, you can enjoy the Correr Museum at your own leisure with the provided pre-reserved tickets.
Depending on your selected option, complete your tour of the Doge’s Palace with an enchanting gondola ride, the perfect end to your day in Venice. After exploring the palace’s rich history, your local guide will take you to the nearby pier where you will board a traditional gondola.
Step aboard a traditional gondola for a 30-minute journey through Venice‘s picturesque canals, passing hidden corners and magnificent palaces. This relaxing ride is a must-do experience to conclude your visit to Venice.
Important Note:
The gondola ride is shared with other participants from your tour, as per traditional Venetian practices. Each gondola accommodates up to 5 guests. If your group is larger, you’ll be placed on separate gondolas. But don’t worry – you’ve already walked together, explored the centuries of stories side by side, and now, you’ll float through them together.
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