Doge's Palace: Priority Entrance (Exclusive Refundable Ticket)

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Entrance of Doge's palace — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–30
Written guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide: English, French
Operated by: CITY TOURS CO. LTD

Ages: Children (0–5 years) · Youth (6–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Handy guide book & Audioguide (if option is selected)
Included: City Map (if option is selected)
Included: Entrance Ticket to Royal Palace - Correr Museum (Napoleon Ballroom, Empress Sissi’s Boudoir)
Included: History Gallery: a unique vr experience of Venice in the past (if option is selected)
Included: Priority Refundable Ticket for Doge's Palace
Included: Bell Tower Priority Entry (if option is selected)

Not included

Not included: Guided Visit (available only if the option is selected)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Collect your tickets at Calle de le Rasse 4536, Venice Tours office

HOW TO REACH THE MEETING POINT

From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536; look for the sign at the entrance.
Palazzo Ducale

2 hours Admission included

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!
Piazza San Marco

Passing by

The Doge's and Royal palace are in the most charming square of Venice: Piazza San Marco!
Museo Correr

30 min

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.
Campanile di San Marco

30 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

Please carefully check the title and inclusions of the option booked, as not all options include all services.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Following new regulations effective July 1st, all travelers visiting St. Mark's Basilica and St. Mark’s Bell Tower must provide their full names — not just the lead traveler. Failure to do so may result in denied entry
During periods of high visitor numbers or due to other unforeseen circumstances, the waiting time to access Doge’s Palace may be longer than expected.

Options

Doge's Palace Ticket

Audioguide available : The audioguide is available inside the Doge's Palace
Doge Palace Ticket & Guidebook
Doge Palace &Bell Tower Ticket

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.