Public Tour: Powerful Venice - Discover History and Masterpieces at Doge’s Palace
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2 Ratings
Venezia
Take pleasure in touring the Doge’s Palace, the hub of political authority in Venice. Be amazed by its splendid chambers, steeped in history and adorned with painting masterpieces.
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Doge’s Palace - The Doge’s Palace stood as the epicenter of Venice’s political authority for many generations. Within its magnificent chambers, adorned and filled with countless painting masterpieces, the Doge along with his advisors governed the destiny of the storied thousand-year-old republic. The governmental chambers transport visitors to a unique period in history: the European Middle Ages and the subsequent eras. Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of the golden staircase, the lifelike depictions in the artwork by numerous painters who have embellished the edifice, experience the dread of the inmates as they traversed the renowned Bridge of Sighs, and step into the Venetian dungeons, notorious for once confining Giacomo Casanova.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Skip the line ticket
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- 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
Location
Calle larga de l'Ascension
Meet your guide at the TURIVE kiosk.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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John_m
Jun 28, 2023
Very Engaging and Worthwhile! - This tour of the Doge's Palace was guided by an extremely knowledgeable and experienced guide. She was from a Venetian family and provided great background on Venice and its political history, with a very engaging presentation. Highlights included seeing the bridge of sighs and the prison. My boys (ages 13 and 10) and I found the tour to be very interesting, education and worthwhile.
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Donna_m
Nov 14, 2019
Interesting Tour / Funny Guide - The tour was so informative without being boring. The tour guide was also pretty funny, and it didn't hurt that he looked like Leonard DiCaprio. :)
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