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Doge's Palace
Gondolas in front of Doge's Palace, Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate ceiling and historic paintings, Venice.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of the Doge's Palace in Venice.
Chamber of the Council of Ten fresco inside Doge's Palace, Venice, Italy.
View of Venice canal and bridge from the Bridge of Sighs.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of the Doge's Palace in Venice.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate gilded ceiling and Renaissance paintings, Venice.
Doge Palace armoury display with swords, maces, and armor in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace arches with tourists using Venice Museum Pass for fast-track entry.
Doge's Palace courtyard with view of St. Mark's Basilica domes in Venice.
Sculptures and fresco in the Doge's Palace, Venice, depicting classical figures and ornate details.
Painting in Doge's Palace depicting historical figures and religious scene, Venice, Italy.
Ceiling paintings and ornate details in the Four Doors Room, Doge's Palace, Venice.
Entrance of the Doge's Palace with ornate sculptures in Piazza San Marco, Venice.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Breeze past ticket queues with skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace, and delve into the lavish former seat of Venetian power.

  • Discover paintings like Tiepolo's Neptune Offering Gifts to Venice and frescoes like The Apotheosis of Venice by Paolo Veronese in grand rooms and council halls.

  • Look out for detailed sculptures that adorn the façade, like Noah's Drunkenness by Filippo Calendario, and Adam and Eve by Antonio Rizzo.

  • This ticket also lets you see neoclassical art at Museo Correr, rare antiquities at the Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.

  • Upgrade for a digital audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, German, or French, for insights on the life and times of Venice's erstwhile rulers.

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  • Breeze past ticket queues with skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace, and delve into the lavish former seat of Venetian power.

  • Discover paintings like Tiepolo's Neptune Offering Gifts to Venice and frescoes like The Apotheosis of Venice by Paolo Veronese in grand rooms and council halls.

  • Look out for detailed sculptures that adorn the façade, like Noah's Drunkenness by Filippo Calendario, and Adam and Eve by Antonio Rizzo.

  • This ticket also lets you see neoclassical art at Museo Correr, rare antiquities at the Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.

  • Upgrade for a digital audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, German, or French, for insights on the life and times of Venice's erstwhile rulers.

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€30
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile viewed from the Grand Canal in Venice.
Visitors admiring ornate ceiling and artwork during Doge Palace guided tour in Venice.
Visitors inside the ornate hall of Doge's Palace, Venice, with detailed ceiling frescoes.
Tour group inside Doge's Palace viewing ornate frescoes and wood paneling.
Gondola ride near Bridge of Sighs on a canal in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate gilded ceiling and Renaissance paintings, Venice.
Tour group observing artwork and clock inside Doge's Palace, Venice.
Guide explaining a historical feature to tourists at Doge's Palace, Venice.
Painting in Doge's Palace depicting historical figures and religious scene, Venice, Italy.
Visitors with tour guide inside Doge's Palace viewing artwork.
Sculptures and fresco in the Doge's Palace, Venice, depicting classical figures and ornate details.
Tourists gather outside Doge's Palace in Venice during a walking tour.
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1 hr 15 min
  • Skip the lines and explore the Doge’s Palace with a guide in your chosen language (English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian).

  • Hear gripping stories of the Council of Ten, Venice’s feared secret police.

  • Walk through gilded halls, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into shadowy prisons.

  • Explore Museo Correr, the Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana at your own pace.

  • Choose the Mysteries Tour for chilling tales of hidden rooms, or the Secret Itineraries Tour to actually step into old prisons, torture chambers, and council rooms.

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  • Skip the lines and explore the Doge’s Palace with a guide in your chosen language (English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian).

  • Hear gripping stories of the Council of Ten, Venice’s feared secret police.

  • Walk through gilded halls, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into shadowy prisons.

  • Explore Museo Correr, the Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana at your own pace.

  • Choose the Mysteries Tour for chilling tales of hidden rooms, or the Secret Itineraries Tour to actually step into old prisons, torture chambers, and council rooms.

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€56
Guide leading a tour group inside Doge's Palace, Venice, with historic paintings in the background.
Interior of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, showcasing ornate mosaics and architecture.
Tourists sitting outside St Mark's Basilica in Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica interior with ornate columns and statues, Venice, Italy.
Tourists exploring St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice with a guidebook.
St. Mark's Basilica altar with ornate decorations and religious iconography in Venice, Italy.
Mosaic ceiling inside St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, featuring religious figures and gold detailing.
Visitors exploring the courtyard of Doge's Palace on a guided tour in Venice.
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile viewed from the Grand Canal in Venice.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of the Doge's Palace in Venice.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate ceiling and historic paintings, Venice.
Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy, connecting historic buildings over a canal.
Doge's Palace facade with tourists in St. Mark's Square, Venice, near the waterfront.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Breeze past the queues and slip straight into Venice’s two most iconic landmarks without the wait.

  • With your guide as storyteller and curator, uncover hidden symbols, political intrigues, and legends that bring each room alive.

  • Walk through gilded chambers and frescoed halls where doges once ruled, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into the shadowy prisons.

  • Step into St. Mark’s Basilica, where 8,000 sq. m. of golden mosaics shimmer like starlight and marble floors echo centuries of worship.

  • Upgrade for terrace views at the basilica to see the sprawling Venetian lagoon beneath. Alternatively, take the Secret Itineraries tour at the Palace and walk an exclusive path through interrogation rooms, torture chambers, and Casanova’s legendary prison escape.

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  • Breeze past the queues and slip straight into Venice’s two most iconic landmarks without the wait.

  • With your guide as storyteller and curator, uncover hidden symbols, political intrigues, and legends that bring each room alive.

  • Walk through gilded chambers and frescoed halls where doges once ruled, then cross the Bridge of Sighs into the shadowy prisons.

  • Step into St. Mark’s Basilica, where 8,000 sq. m. of golden mosaics shimmer like starlight and marble floors echo centuries of worship.

  • Upgrade for terrace views at the basilica to see the sprawling Venetian lagoon beneath. Alternatively, take the Secret Itineraries tour at the Palace and walk an exclusive path through interrogation rooms, torture chambers, and Casanova’s legendary prison escape.

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€45

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Aerial view of Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile in Venice, Italy.
Interior of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, showcasing ornate mosaics and architecture.
Interior of St. Mark's Basilica with ornate columns and mosaics, Venice.
Doges Palace in Venice with Gothic architecture and arched colonnades.
Doge's Palace interior with ornate ceiling and historic paintings, Venice.
St. Mark's Basilica facade with tourists and pigeons in Venice, Italy.
Mosaic of religious figures in St. Mark’s Basilica, Venice, part of the Skip-the-Line tour.
Interior of St. Mark’s Basilica altar with ornate columns and religious artwork, Venice.
Mosaic detail above entrance of St. Mark's Basilica, Venice, Italy.
Tourists gather outside Doge's Palace in Venice during a walking tour.
Visitors inside the ornate hall of Doge's Palace, Venice, with detailed ceiling frescoes.
Bridge of Sighs over canal near Doge’s Palace Prisons, Venice.
Chamber of the Council of Ten fresco inside Doge's Palace, Venice, Italy.
Tourist using audio guide at St. Mark's Basilica, Venice.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Explore the best of Venice with skip-the-line access to two of its most iconic landmarks: St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

  • Unlock the secrets of Venetian history through an audioguide app, which offers insights into the rich cultural and historical heritage of the city. The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, German, French, and Italian.

  • Admire the basilica’s Byzantine architecture, the relics of Saint Mark, and exquisite mosaics showcasing 800 years of artistic styles.

  • Then, head to Doge’s Palace to stroll through the Doge’s apartments, the armory with over 2000 artifacts, and the picture gallery.

  • Cross the Bridge of Sighs to see the palace’s prison before visiting the Correr Museum and Marciana National Library.

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  • Explore the best of Venice with skip-the-line access to two of its most iconic landmarks: St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

  • Unlock the secrets of Venetian history through an audioguide app, which offers insights into the rich cultural and historical heritage of the city. The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, German, French, and Italian.

  • Admire the basilica’s Byzantine architecture, the relics of Saint Mark, and exquisite mosaics showcasing 800 years of artistic styles.

  • Then, head to Doge’s Palace to stroll through the Doge’s apartments, the armory with over 2000 artifacts, and the picture gallery.

  • Cross the Bridge of Sighs to see the palace’s prison before visiting the Correr Museum and Marciana National Library.

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€69
ACTV water bus on Venice canal and Doge's Palace facade.
Venice ACTV water bus on Grand Canal with St. Mark's Campanile in background.
Venice ACTV water bus navigating the Grand Canal with historic buildings in view.
Venice ACTV water bus at dock with passengers boarding, surrounded by water and greenery.
San Marco Square in Venice with St. Mark's Campanile and Doge's Palace.
Doge's Palace courtyard with ornate architecture and central fountain in Venice, Italy.
Gondolas in front of Doge's Palace, Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace arches with tourists using Venice Museum Pass for fast-track entry.
Flexible duration
  • Save big and explore the best of Venice with a 2-day ACTV Water Bus pass and exclusive access to Doge’s Palace and 3 museums.

  • Board the ACTV Water Bus, and explore the iconic spots of Venice, Lido and the lagoon islands for two days.

  • Visit the historic Doge’s Palace, which was the official residence of the Doge of Venice, former leader of the Venetian Republic.

  • Make use of the Venice Museum Pass and explore Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum, and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.

  • Fun Fact: Biblioteca Marciana houses the remarkable Librarian's Staircase, designed by Jacopo Sansovino.

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  • Save big and explore the best of Venice with a 2-day ACTV Water Bus pass and exclusive access to Doge’s Palace and 3 museums.

  • Board the ACTV Water Bus, and explore the iconic spots of Venice, Lido and the lagoon islands for two days.

  • Visit the historic Doge’s Palace, which was the official residence of the Doge of Venice, former leader of the Venetian Republic.

  • Make use of the Venice Museum Pass and explore Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum, and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.

  • Fun Fact: Biblioteca Marciana houses the remarkable Librarian's Staircase, designed by Jacopo Sansovino.

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€65
St. Mark's Basilica and Campanile in Venice with tourists in the square.
Tour group with guide outside Doge's Palace on Venice Full-Day Guided Tour.
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Campanile viewed from the Grand Canal in Venice.
Gondola navigating a narrow canal under a bridge in Venice, Italy.
Canal with boats and colorful buildings on Murano Island, Venice, during a guided tour.
Interior view of St. Mark's Basilica with ornate golden mosaics and arches, Venice.
Doge Palace chamber with ornate gold detailing and historical paintings in Venice.
Gondola ride near Scuola Grande di San Marco, Venice, on a full-day guided tour.
Tourist exploring glass art at Murano glass factory, colorful glass balloons and sculptures displayed.
Murano canal with Torre dell'Orologio clock tower and colorful buildings.
Traveler viewing colorful buildings and canal on Murano Island, near Venice, Italy.
Couple walking past colorful houses in Burano, Italy.
Glassblowing demonstration in Venice during full-day guided tour.
Lady embroidering lace on Burano, Venice tour.
Girl admiring colorful buildings along a canal in Murano, Italy.
Free cancellation
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3 hr
1 more
  • Experience the best of Venice on this immersive day tour, featuring iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

  • Skip the queues at St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, and immerse in their grandeur with a knowledgeable local guide.

  • From the water, take in the city of romance on a 30-minute gondola ride through the canals.

  • Add the magic of artisanal crafts to your day. Upgrade for a full-day trip to explore the vibrant islands of Murano and Burano, famous for glass-blowing and lace-making.

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  • Experience the best of Venice on this immersive day tour, featuring iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace.

  • Skip the queues at St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace, and immerse in their grandeur with a knowledgeable local guide.

  • From the water, take in the city of romance on a 30-minute gondola ride through the canals.

  • Add the magic of artisanal crafts to your day. Upgrade for a full-day trip to explore the vibrant islands of Murano and Burano, famous for glass-blowing and lace-making.

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€109.30
Crowd outside Doge’s Palace in Venice, part of the 3-Museum Pass tour.
Doge’s Palace facade with Gothic arches in Venice, part of 3-Museum Pass tour.
Doge’s Palace ornate hall with gilded ceiling and historic paintings, Venice.
Staircase with statues at Doge’s Palace, Venice, part of 3-Museum Pass tour.
Aerial view of Correr Museum in Venice with people walking in the courtyard.
Correr Museum facade illuminated at night in Venice, Italy.
Correr Museum facade in Venice with ornate architecture and statues.
Visitors ascending the ornate staircase inside Doge’s Palace, Venice.
Doge’s Palace facade with statues, Venice 3-Museum Pass.
Facade of Doge’s Palace in Venice with ornate sculptures and stained glass windows.
Gondolas on a canal near the Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy.
Flexible duration
  • With this pass, you can choose to avail free, one-time access to 3 museums including Correr Museum, and enjoy discounted entry to Doge's Palace.

  • Enjoy fast track, priority skip-the-line entry and get direct access to the museums’ permanent collections.

  • Gaze at the golden ceilings at Marciana Library, where you can see Roman statues and a world map from 1450.

  • Admire works of art from different art movements as you go museum-hopping at your own pace. The pass is valid from the time it is activated at the first museum for consecutive days.

  • Fun Fact: Correr Museum holds many 18th-century navigational instruments that were the building blocks of Venice's maritime strength.

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  • With this pass, you can choose to avail free, one-time access to 3 museums including Correr Museum, and enjoy discounted entry to Doge's Palace.

  • Enjoy fast track, priority skip-the-line entry and get direct access to the museums’ permanent collections.

  • Gaze at the golden ceilings at Marciana Library, where you can see Roman statues and a world map from 1450.

  • Admire works of art from different art movements as you go museum-hopping at your own pace. The pass is valid from the time it is activated at the first museum for consecutive days.

  • Fun Fact: Correr Museum holds many 18th-century navigational instruments that were the building blocks of Venice's maritime strength.

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€30
Tour group in Saint Mark's Square, Venice, with Basilica and Campanile in view.
Tour guide explaining artwork during Doge's Palace guided tour in Venice.
Interior of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, showcasing ornate mosaics and architecture.
Visitors exploring the courtyard of Doge's Palace on a guided tour in Venice.
Tour group near Giants' Staircase at Doge's Palace, Venice, with guide explaining architecture.
Venice walking tour with people in a piazza near San Giorgio dei Greci church.
St. Mark's Basilica and Campanile in Venice, Italy, with tourists in the square.
Facade of Santi Giovanni e Paolo Basilica in Venice during a walking tour.
St. Mark's Square view with Doge's Palace and waterfront, Venice, Italy.
Interior artwork and ornate details of the Doge's Palace in Venice, Italy.
Sculptures and fresco in the Doge's Palace, Venice, depicting classical figures and ornate details.
Visitors viewing mosaics at Doge's Palace exhibit during guided tour.
Ceiling paintings and ornate details in the Four Doors Room, Doge's Palace, Venice.
View of Venice canal and bridge from the Bridge of Sighs.
Bridge of Sighs over canal near Doge’s Palace Prisons, Venice.
Aerial view of Correr Museum in Venice with people walking in the courtyard.
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3 hr 30 min
  • Explore the charm of the floating city on foot with a certified guide narrating gripping commentary about everything you walk by, on a walking tour of Venice.

  • Waltz into the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica with your priority access tickets, allowing you to skip the infamous queues.

  • Enjoy a guided tour in the language of your choice with an exemplary guide narrating interesting facts, important fragments of history, and gripping tales.

  • You can even add in a typical Venetian gondola ride if you choose an English tour.

  • Benefit from a free optional coupon to witness the famous Venetian glassblowing technique during a 20-minute demonstration near St. Mark's Square.

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  • Explore the charm of the floating city on foot with a certified guide narrating gripping commentary about everything you walk by, on a walking tour of Venice.

  • Waltz into the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica with your priority access tickets, allowing you to skip the infamous queues.

  • Enjoy a guided tour in the language of your choice with an exemplary guide narrating interesting facts, important fragments of history, and gripping tales.

  • You can even add in a typical Venetian gondola ride if you choose an English tour.

  • Benefit from a free optional coupon to witness the famous Venetian glassblowing technique during a 20-minute demonstration near St. Mark's Square.

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€109
Gondola on Grand Canal with view of Doge's Palace and Bell Tower, Venice.
Gondola on Venice's Grand Canal with historic buildings in the background.
Gondolas navigating a busy canal in Venice, Italy.
Facade of Teatro La Fenice in Venice with flags and classical statues.
View of the Bridge of Sighs from the canal between Doge's Palace and prison in Venice.
Canal view near Teatro La Fenice, Venice, with historic buildings and gondola passage.
Gondola on Venice Grand Canal with Santa Maria della Salute in the background.
Doge's Palace facade with tourists in Venice, Italy, near St. Mark's Campanile.
Painting in Doge's Palace depicting historical figures and religious scene, Venice, Italy.
Archway with columns under Doge's Palace in San Marco Square, Venice.
Sculptures and fresco in the Doge's Palace, Venice, depicting classical figures and ornate details.
Entrance of the Doge's Palace with ornate sculptures in Piazza San Marco, Venice.
Free cancellation
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30 min
1 more
  • Enjoy the grandeur of Venice through its canals in the iconic gondola on a 30-minute shared gondola ride.

  • Benefit from Skip-the-Line access to the magnificent Doge's Palace and waste no time waiting in its infamous queues!

  • With a guidebook that is available in several languages, learn about the palace's sprawling diversity, culture, and history.

  • Benefit from complimentary entry to the St Mark's Square Museums, where you will get to dive into Venetian culture, its roots, history, and significance.

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  • Enjoy the grandeur of Venice through its canals in the iconic gondola on a 30-minute shared gondola ride.

  • Benefit from Skip-the-Line access to the magnificent Doge's Palace and waste no time waiting in its infamous queues!

  • With a guidebook that is available in several languages, learn about the palace's sprawling diversity, culture, and history.

  • Benefit from complimentary entry to the St Mark's Square Museums, where you will get to dive into Venetian culture, its roots, history, and significance.

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€97.90

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About The Doge's Palace

Doge's Palace, a striking example of Venetian Gothic architecture, stands as a testament to the power and wealth of the Venetian Republic. Inside, it houses opulent rooms and renowned works by Tintoretto and Veronese. Key highlights include the grand Council Chamber, the eerie prison cells, and the iconic Bridge of Sighs.


Address
P.za San Marco, 1, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Year opened
1923
Founded by
Filippo Calendario
Visitors per year
1000000
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status
1987
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Sandra Healy
IE

Sandra

Ireland
Sep 2025
5/5

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Our guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. She was passionate about the stories and facts this made the tour engaging and fun. I would highly recommend.

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Sue Stansfield
GB

Sue

United Kingdom
Jun 2025
5/5

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Rita was brilliant and so knowledgeable!!! We loved it and would recommend to anyone. Do this tour on your first full day so you can embrace the rest of Venice with more knowledge in your back pocket.

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Jennifer Susan Kelly
GB

Jennifer

United Kingdom
Sep 2025
5/5

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I found this tour by chance after my usual excursion site had nothing available until our departure day—and I’m so glad I did! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and exceeded expectations. The app made everything incredibly easy. I especially loved the built-in Google Maps directions to the meeting point—no guesswork, no stress. It was practically idiot-proof, which is exactly what you want when navigating Venice’s winding alleys. Our guide was phenomenal. Her knowledge and passion for Venetian history were unmatched—I could’ve listened to her for hours. She brought the grandeur and intrigue of the Doge’s Palace to life with vivid storytelling and fascinating insights. After the guided portion, we were free to explore at our own pace, which was a perfect way to soak in the atmosphere and details. I had some doubts after reading mixed reviews, but honestly, most of the complaints seem to come from people who didn’t read the app info properly. Everything you need to know is clearly laid out—just take a moment to check it before you go. Highly recommend this tour if you want to skip the lines and dive deep into Venice’s rich history with a truly engaging guide!

Doge's Palace Skip-The-Line Guided Tour

Lapeyre  nathalie

Lapeyre

Sep 2025
4/5

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Ticket sent by WhatsApp and on the app easy to retrieve. No problem for the entry cut wire . Interesting audio guide and practical tips for getting around the site. The only drawback is the audio guide app, which often has to be restarted because it stops during the explanation. but the visit was very good despite this technical problem 🤗

Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

Thomas Hermann KUNTZ

Thomas

Sep 2025
5/5

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With our "skip the line tickets" we were through the admission control in 3 minutes. The audioguide we had booked with us worked brilliantly offline and was excellent in terms of the wealth of information it provided. Like a guided tour with a historian. We were at the Doge's Palace on 18.09.2025 from 12.00 noon.

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Amanda Pole
GB

Amanda

United Kingdom
Jun 2025
4/5

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Good to soak up Venetian history ambling through corridors and rooms. The paintings, ceiling and wall art were stunning.

Doge’s Palace and St.Mark's Museums Entry ticket

Daniel Drabik
US

Daniel

United States
Sep 2024
5/5
We are very happy we decided to book this tour. Our guide was extremely knowledgable and very easy to understand. We found it so much better than trying to do it on our own.

Venice Walking Tour with St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour

Laura J PIerce
US

Laura

United States
May 2024
5/5
Valentina was fantastic! She is so knowledgeable and knows so much about the history of Venice! We really enjoyed her tour and would like to have her as a guide again.

Venice Walking Tour with St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour

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