Why choose this Venice tour ?
Skip the long lines to enter in the imposing Palazzo Ducale (Doge’s Palace) and the Royal Palace in Piazza San Marco.
You will admire the stunning masterpieces of art collected by the Doge and the highest dignitaries of the Republic of Venice over many centuries. Cross the Bridge of Sighs and admire the old Venice Prisons.
You can also enter in the Museo Correr (in front of the Doge’s Palace): here you’ll discover the history the Venice city and the Venetians Lifestyle in past. You can also admire the Royal rooms of Sissi and Napoleon.
Enjoy a detailed guide book to learn more and customize your personal itinerary.
Use the detailed handy guide book, provided in your chosen language, to find out curiosities and history of these magnificent palaces.
Chose the Bell Tower option to live firsthand the tallest structure in Venice (98 meters). A quick elevator ride takes you to the top, where you will admire stunning vistas of the city’s iconic landmarks.
Make the most of your Venice adventure
What makes Doge’s Palace: Priority Ticket, GuideBook & Optional Bell Tower a unique experience ?
Collect your tickets to Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, Venice Tours office, close to San Marco Square
HOW TO REACH THE MEETING POINT
The office is located close to San Marco Square. Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right passing under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight on to “Campo San Gallo”, Venice Tours Office is located in the campo (small square).
A special ticket to skip the long line and save your time to enter in the marvelous Doge’s Palace: the old seat of the politician power during the Republic of Venice.
Enjoy fast track admission to the Doge’s Palace and be stunned in front of the wonderful halls of powers, corridors and rooms of the Doge, that are decorated by the most famous Venetian artists as Tiepolo or Tiziano! You will cross the Bridge of Sighs to go down to the Old Venetian prisons where also Casanova was held!
The Doge’s and Royal palace are in the most charming square of Venice: Piazza San Marco!
You may visit by yourself the other magnificent palaces around St. Mark’s Square under the name of Procuratie with the same ticket! You will discover the way of life of the venetians, with paintings, library, coinage, sculpture. You will be entered in the secrets of Venice Empire, with description of Arsenale who produced the famous battleship Galea. You will visit the area built by Napoleon and the rooms restored for Sissi Empress Austria.
ONLY IF OPTION IS SELECTED Experience the breathtaking views from St. Mark’s Bell Tower, the tallest structure in Venice at 98 meters. A quick elevator ride takes you to the top, where you can admire stunning vistas of the city’s iconic landmarks, including the domes of St. Mark’s Basilica, St. Mark’s Square, and the shimmering lagoon. This unique vantage point offers an unforgettable panorama of Venice’s architectural beauty and vibrant life.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Collect the tickets starting from the same day of the visit, at 10:00 AM and NOT BEFORE at Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, Venice Tours office, close to San Marco Square
- For security reasons sacks, bags or knapsacks are not allowed inside the Doges’ Palace: FREE DEPOSIT INSIDE
- DOGES PALACE OPENING HOURS: From 09:00am to 6:00pm (last admission 5:00pm).
- Comfortable shoes and appropriate clothes suggested
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Ticket, Guidebook & Lunch
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Experience: Visit the imposing Doge’s Palace in the heart of Venice and then enjoy a light lunch at illy caffè in St. Mark’s Square. - Guided French Tour
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Duration: 1 hour
Shared Tour in French: Choose this option to visit the most iconic spots of Doge’s Palace in a shorter amount of time. - Ticket & Guidebook
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Duration: 2 hours
Shared Guided Tour in English: Choose this option to visit the most iconic spots of Doge’s Palace and the Basilica (Pala d’Oro and Museum are NOT included). - Ticket, Guidebook + Bell Tower
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Duration: 2 hours
Doge’s Palace & Bell Tower: This option includes priority entry ticket & guidebook to Doge’s Palace and Bell Tower priority entry ticket. - Guided English Tour
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Duration: 1 hour
Shared Tour in English: Choose this option to visit the most iconic spots of Doge’s Palace in a shorter amount of time.
Doge’s Palace: Priority Ticket, GuideBook & Optional Bell Tower Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Handy guide book in 7 different languages
- Lunch (if option is selected)
- Priority Ticket for Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square Museums
- Bell Tower Priority Entry (if option is selected)
- City Map
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Guided Visit (available only if the option is selected)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by CITY TOURS CO. LTD.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 3.5 Stars based on 153 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
OPTION TICKET & GUIDEBOOK (IF OPTION IS SELECTED): – Tickets from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM are available starting from 10:00 AM of the day of the visit
– Tickets from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM are available starting from 1:00 PM of the day of the visit
The office is located close to San Marco Square. Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right passing under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight on to “Campo San Gallo”, Venice Tours Office is located in the campo (small square).
(if option with lunch is selected) Lunch at illy Caffè – Giardini Reali, San Marco Square, Venezia (your table is booked for you at 1:00 PM)
