Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets with Gondola Ride





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Combine fast-track palace entry with a classic canal glide as you pair an iconic landmark visit with Venice's signature shared gondola ride experience.
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Use your skip-the-line access to move past the ticket counter at Doge's Palace, enter quickly, and begin exploring without long waits at the entrance.
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Your ticket includes entry to Doge's Palace plus access to museums in St Marks Square, so you can see civic art, archeology collections, and historic reading rooms.
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Enjoy about 30 minutes on a shared gondola as your gondolier steers past canals and bridges, giving you time on the water to soak in Venice from a different angle.
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Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace
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Access to St Mark's Square Museums (Correr Museum, Marciana Library, Archeological Museum)
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30-minute shared gondola ride
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- Guided tour of Doge's Palace and Palaces of Saint Mark' Square
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Visit Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry and enjoy a shared 30-minute gondola ride plus access to museums in St Marks Square.
Getting started
Start by entering Doge's Palace using your skip-the-line ticket, which lets you move past the regular admission queue and head directly to the security check. Once inside, explore the palace at your own pace before continuing to the nearby gondola station. Keep your ticket handy, as it also provides access to museums in St Marks Square.
What to expect
Doge's Palace
Explore Doge's Palace, the historic seat of Venetian power, using your dedicated skip-the-line entry. Move through grand halls and corridors at your own pace, taking in the architecture and artwork that reflect centuries of history.
Features
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Walk through the palace interiors and take in decorative details, paintings, and views across the lagoon from selected windows.
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Use your skip-the-line entry to bypass the main ticketing line at the palace and proceed directly to the entrance checks.
Museums in St Marks Square
Extend your visit with access to museums in St Marks Square, including the Correr Museum, the Marciana Library, and the Archaeological Museum. These spaces provide additional context on Venice's art, culture, and political past.
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View collections that range from historic artifacts and sculptures to paintings and decorative arts linked to Venice and its republic.
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Use your ticket to enter the Correr Museum, Marciana Library, and Archaeological Museum within St Marks Square, with access valid for three days from your Doge's Palace visit.
Shared gondola ride
Round off your experience with a shared gondola ride along Venice's canals. Relax as the gondolier navigates the waterways and arranges seating to balance the boat.
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Sit back and watch canal-side buildings, bridges, and passing boats from the low vantage point of a traditional gondola.
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Take a shared gondola ride lasting about 30 minutes, with seating assigned by the gondolier and duration subject to weather conditions.
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What to bring
- Documents: Carry a valid government-issued ID.
Accessibility
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Palace access: The Doge's Palace is wheelchair accessible.
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Gondola access: The gondola ride is not suitable for wheelchair users.
What’s not allowed
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Large luggage: Suitcases, trolleys, and bulky bags over 1 linear metre in total size are not permitted inside the palace; leave these at your accommodation.
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Cloakroom use: Medium-sized bags and backpacks must be left at the cloakroom before entering, and storage is free of charge.
Additional information
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Gondola duration: The gondola ride lasts approximately 30 minutes but may be shortened in the event of bad weather.
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Gondola seating: Seating on the gondola is arranged by the gondolier to distribute weight evenly across the boat.
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Museum validity: Access to the museums in St Mark's Square is valid for 3 days from your Doge's Palace visit; check your voucher for confirmation.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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