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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
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.

from €83.75
€67

20% off

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
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
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.
Book now, pay later
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.

More details

  • 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.

from
€78
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
St. Mark's Basilica and flags in Venice's Piazza San Marco, Italy.
Doge's Palace in Venice at sunset, part of the Full Venice City Pass tour.
St. Mark's Campanile and Doge's Palace in Venice, view from the Grand Canal.
Facade of a historic building with flags in Venice, Italy.
Venetian water bus cruising past historic buildings in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace courtyard in Venice, showcasing Renaissance architecture, included in Full Venice City Pass.
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Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Get skip-the-line access to 12 top museums, including the Doge’s Palace, Museo Correr, and Ca’ Rezzonico.

  • Visit each museum once, anytime within 6 months of purchase—no rush, no rigid itinerary.

  • Timed access to the Doge’s Palace helps you avoid long queues at Venice’s most visited site.

  • Discover everything from Renaissance art to Venetian civic life across diverse collections.

More details

  • Get skip-the-line access to 12 top museums, including the Doge’s Palace, Museo Correr, and Ca’ Rezzonico.

  • Visit each museum once, anytime within 6 months of purchase—no rush, no rigid itinerary.

  • Timed access to the Doge’s Palace helps you avoid long queues at Venice’s most visited site.

  • Discover everything from Renaissance art to Venetian civic life across diverse collections.

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€52.90
Water bus on Venice's Grand Canal with St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace in view.
Vaporetto on Grand Canal in Venice, Italy with historic buildings in view.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV cruising the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy.
Doges Palace in Venice with Gothic architecture and arched colonnades.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus passing under Rialto Bridge in Venice with tourists onboard.
Doge's Palace aerial view with boats on the Grand Canal, Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica and Campanile in Venice with empty outdoor seating in foreground.
Visitor observing art during a tour at Doge’s Palace, Venice.
Ceiling frescoes and ornate details in Biblioteca Marciana, Venice, Italy.
View of Venice canal and bridge from the Bridge of Sighs.
Flexible duration
  • Unlimited 24-hour access to ACTV waterbuses and land transport across Venice, the lagoon islands, Lido, and the mainland.
  • Skip-the-line entry to the Doge’s Palace—explore opulent halls, prisons, and the iconic Bridge of Sighs without the wait.
  • Includes entry to top museums - Museo Correr, the Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana for a full cultural dive.
  • Hop on and off waterbuses to reach major sights, hidden gems, or even your hotel—no need for separate tickets.
  • Best value for a packed day in Venice—combine flexible transport with fast-track access to top attractions and save time and money.

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  • Unlimited 24-hour access to ACTV waterbuses and land transport across Venice, the lagoon islands, Lido, and the mainland.
  • Skip-the-line entry to the Doge’s Palace—explore opulent halls, prisons, and the iconic Bridge of Sighs without the wait.
  • Includes entry to top museums - Museo Correr, the Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana for a full cultural dive.
  • Hop on and off waterbuses to reach major sights, hidden gems, or even your hotel—no need for separate tickets.
  • Best value for a packed day in Venice—combine flexible transport with fast-track access to top attractions and save time and money.
from €55
€52.25

5% off

Courtyard of Doge's Palace with ornate architecture and statues, Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace exterior with columns and statues, Venice, part of 11 museum pass.
Ceiling frescoes in Doge's Palace, Venice, part of the Full Venice Museums Pass.
Venetian palazzo facade along the Grand Canal, part of Doge Palace & Full Venice Museums Pass.
National Archaeological Museum facade with arched windows, Venice.
Venice Natural History Museum facade along the canal, part of Doge Palace & Museums Pass.
Aerial view of Punta della Dogana near Fortuny Museum, Venice.
Extended validity
Flexible duration
  • Get Doge’s Palace tickets along with a pass granting access to Venice's 11 civic museums! Extended validity lets you explore each museum on your own schedule.

  • Explore Correr Museum's neoclassical art, Biblioteca Marciana's ancient manuscripts, and the Archaeological Museum's artifacts.

  • Curious to learn about the specialty crafts at the islands of Venice? Visit the Glass Museum at Murano and the Lace Museum of Burano with your pass.

  • Discover the Carla Goldoni House Museum set within the writer's residence, and delve into Venetian costumes at the Mocenigo Palace-Museum.

  • Fun fact: Want to see rooms covered in a patchwork of exquisite fabrics and floor-to-ceiling frescoes? Make sure to visit the Fortuny Museum.

More details

  • Get Doge’s Palace tickets along with a pass granting access to Venice's 11 civic museums! Extended validity lets you explore each museum on your own schedule.

  • Explore Correr Museum's neoclassical art, Biblioteca Marciana's ancient manuscripts, and the Archaeological Museum's artifacts.

  • Curious to learn about the specialty crafts at the islands of Venice? Visit the Glass Museum at Murano and the Lace Museum of Burano with your pass.

  • Discover the Carla Goldoni House Museum set within the writer's residence, and delve into Venetian costumes at the Mocenigo Palace-Museum.

  • Fun fact: Want to see rooms covered in a patchwork of exquisite fabrics and floor-to-ceiling frescoes? Make sure to visit the Fortuny Museum.

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€40

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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.

Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

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

Philip Hobbs
GB

Philip

United Kingdom
Nov 2025
5/5
What a magical experience. you have the whole basilica to yourselves ( there were fewer than 20 of us) and got to see corners of the building you I would never see as an ordinary visitor. Phillipo, our guide, was absolutely superb-the most incredibly succinct and funny explanation of St Marco's place in history but also how the building worked. But the greatest coup de theatre was the start, when the lights inside were slowly turned on and we saw the full extraordinary beauty of the space. The fastest and most incredible hour I've spent in years, and couldn't recommend it highly enough.

St. Mark's Basilica Night Tour with Optional Doge's Palace

stephen ormrod
GB

Stephen

United Kingdom
Oct 2025
5/5
Beating the queue for the main attractions was great, our guide was amazing - funny and informative. All in all a great tour and reasonable value

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