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Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

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.

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4.4/5

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Bryan J LeBlanc

Bryan

Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
First, the skip-the-line feature is a savior in light of the lines of people waiting to get into both the Bascilica and Doge's palace. The tour allowed the group to get a LOT of information in the shortest amounr of time. Some of our party had previous done self-guided and said it did not compare to the guided tour. The ONLY complaint, the guides (we had one for each attraction) were quick to complete the tour(s) as they had another tour booked immediately afterward. So, the end of each felt a little rushed. However, we asked a lot of questions that were well answered during our tours.
Donna J Morton

Donna

Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The skip-the -line open ended ticket was great- No lines to wait in. The open ended entry between 12-6 was so wonderful because we were'nt exactly sure how long our gondola ride would be. We were able to come right over after and get right in without rushing or waiting around.The palace is absolutely amazing. We loved being able to go over the Bridge of Sighs. The only thing I found difficult was some of the numbers at displays didnot match the number on the audio. However, the audio was very well written and explained so much for us.
Rosemary Wedlinscky

Rosemary

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The tickets took us straight in, avoiding the queues (you have to check in any backpacks past security but it's free to do so). We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Doges Palace. A great mixture of opulence in the Palace itself, compared to the Bridge of Sighs and dungeons which we found really interesting. Spent around 2hours there. We paid a little bit extra for the audio tour which was really in depth- we would have been ok just looking at the information boards in each room!

    • 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.

    • Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace

    • Access to Correr Museum

    • Access to the Archaeological Museum

    • Access to Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana

    • Digital audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, German, or Italian (as per option selected)

    • Access to the Doge's Palace prisons

    • Live guide

    • Hotel transfers

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.4
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    What our guests say

    Alexandra Cocos

    Alexandra

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We entered the palace one hour before closing time and we did not wait at all. One of the most compelling reasons to visit the Doge’s Palace is its architecture and especially the ceilings of the grand halls — they are truly spectacular. Golden Staircase Ceiling has rich stuccoes embellished with gold leaf, frescoed panels, and allegorical figures. The staircase itself is a visual spectacle and sets the tone for what’s above. Sala del Maggior Consiglio- this enormous hall—53 m by 25 m (approx) and once seating 1,000+ nobles—features a wooden ceiling entirely covered with gold and painted canvases, without internal supporting columns. If I were to sum it up: yes, I highly recommend the skip-the-line ticket for the Doge’s Palace, especially if you’re visiting during a busy period. But importantly: go in with an eye for the architecture and ceilings — because those are among the things that set this place apart. If you’re short on time in Venice and want to maximize the experience without waiting in queues, the skip-entry is a smart choice. Make sure you allocate enough time (at least 60-90 minutes) to really savour the large halls, look upward, and absorb the ceiling details (and don’t rush through them).
    Lourdes Rey Prieto

    Lourdes

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    It was very good mainly for its culture, it is a place that has a lot of history, it makes you feel as if you were in that time. The palace from the outside is impressive imagine knowing it from the inside! Greetings and thank you very much!
    Dana Dinu

    Dana

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    It was an interesting tour, but the audio guide was difficult to use and listen to live, it didn't follow the sequence of the rooms overlapping with the time allocated for each one.
    Marlene M Gomez

    Marlene

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    Doge Palace was beautiful. However when buying tickets online Do Not pay for the audio guide as their app does Not work for it. Tried several times to download it and was unsuccessful.
    Michael R May

    Michael

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Our guide was really knowledgeable and provided excellent commentary throughout the tour. Skip the line really worked well. My wife and I were delighted with the guided tour

  • Skip the line and step inside Venice’s former seat of power, exploring grand halls, masterpieces, and hidden details with ease.

    Getting started

    Head to the Doge’s Palace entrance and show your ticket at security. An ID is required for ticket validation. Skip-the-line access means faster entry with minimal wait.

    What to expect

    The Doge’s Palace, the lavish heart of Venice’s Republic, is famed for art-filled halls and Gothic architecture.

    Features

    • Admire Tiepolo’s Neptune Offering Gifts to Venice and Veronese’s Apotheosis of Venice.

    • Gaze up at vast council halls with frescoed ceilings and ornate decoration.

    • Spot façade sculptures like Noah’s Drunkenness by Filippo Calendario and Adam and Eve by Antonio Rizzo.

    • Your ticket also includes Museo Correr’s neoclassical art, the Archaeological Museum’s rare antiquities, and the Biblioteca Marciana’s monumental rooms.

    • Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a digital audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, German, or French for insider stories and context.

  • The Doge's Palace

    Monday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm

    Neapolis Archeological Park

    Monday08:30am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Tuesday08:30am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Wednesday08:30am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Thursday08:30am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Friday08:30am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Saturday08:30am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Sunday08:30am - 04:45pmlast entry 03:30pm

    Correr Museum

    Monday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm

    National Archeological Museum Venice

    Monday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 05:00pm

    Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana

    Monday08:20am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Tuesday08:20am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Wednesday08:20am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Thursday08:20am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Friday08:20am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

  • What to bring

    • Pre-downloaded audio guide and personal headphones for the audio guide (if availed).

    What's not allowed

    • Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography

    • Pets

    Accessibility

    • Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

    Additional information

    • Entry to Doge's Palace is valid only for the date selected at the time of purchase.

    • For the other museums, the pass is valid for 6 months from the date of your Doge’s Palace visit.

    • All three museums must be visited on the same day since they are part of the same building and have a single entrance.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.
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