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Venice: Doge's Palace Reserved Entry Ticket

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Venice: Doge's Palace Reserved Entry Ticket
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4.6  / 532621 reviews

Head straight inside the Doge's Palace in Venice with your entry ticket. Explore the site that was the head of a 1000-year republic, marvel at its architecture, and walk across the Bridge of Sighs.

About this ticket

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Valid 1 day
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Skip the ticket line
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Andrew – United Kingdom

The ticket purchase process was swift and allowed us to use the quicker queue round the corner from the main entrance to get into the Palace.

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Andrew – United Kingdom
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Mohammad – India

When I visited the Doge’s Palace, I was immediately struck by the grandeur of its Venetian Gothic architecture, a stunning blend of Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance styles. Originally built in the 14th century, this palace served as both the residence of the Doge and the center of Venetian government. Its pink Verona marble and white Istrian stone façade radiated elegance and authority. Inside, I wandered through grand halls like the Sala del Maggior Consiglio, captivated by gilded ceilings and massive paintings by Venetian masters like Tintoretto and Veronese. Crossing the Bridge of Sighs, I felt the weight of history as it connected the palace to the old prison, symbolizing justice and punishment. The open courtyard, with its light-filled spaces, contrasted beautifully with the palace’s opulent interiors. The pointed arches and intricate tracery windows embodied Venice’s artistic heritage. Exploring the palace that day, I felt drawn into its timeless world of history and art.

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Mohammad – India

Experience

Highlights

  • Travel back in time to the Middle Ages with entry tickets to Doge's Palace
  • Admire the magnificent gold staircase and Venetian Gothic architecture
  • Relive the anguish of the prisoners as they crossed the Bridge of Sighs
  • Visit the Chamber of the Great Council, one of Europe's largest rooms
  • Explore Museo Correr, National Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library

Full description

Skip the ticket line to Doge's Palace in Venice, a historic landmark that served as the seat of Venetian political power for centuries, with this reserved entry ticket. Admire its Gothic architecture. Also get entry to the Museo Correr, National Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library. Enter the Doge's Palace to explore the seat of a 1000-year republic and travel back in time to the Middle Ages. Relive the anguish of the prisoners as they crossed the Bridge of Sighs.

Admire the palace's impressive structure and ornamentation, from its 14th and 15th-century original foundations to the significant Renaissance and opulent Mannerist adjunctions. Marvel at the rich details of the magnificent gold staircase and spectacular works of art. Also, enjoy entry to the Museo Correr on St. Mark's Square, a building that was originally designed as a residence for Napoleon, and later became the Venetian residence of the King of Italy.

Includes

  • Doge's Palace skip-the-line entry ticket
  • Entry to Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marcian
  • Guided tour

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Meeting point

The Doge's Palace is located in St. Mark's Square. Head to the prepaid entrance tickets line and show the barcode on your voucher to the staff.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Ticket is non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled
  • Entry is free for children under six years old and for disabled visitors and carers. You will need to pick up your free entry ticket from the ticket office upon arrival
  • Access to the Doge’s Palace must be made from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM by a dedicated entrance
  • The Museums of Piazza San Marco: Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale, and Sale Biblioteca Marciana are open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry 4:00 PM)
  • Please note that on certain days between 25 April 2024 and 14 July 2024, every visitor to Venice is required to pay an Access Fee directly to the City of Venice, except for specific exemptions. For dates, methods of payment, in order to benefit from the payment exemption and for all additional information please consult the website cda.ve.it

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based on 32621 reviews

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Andrew – United KingdomNovember 11, 2024  – Verified booking
The ticket purchase process was swift and allowed us to use the quicker queue round the corner from the main entrance to get into the Palace.
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Mohammad – IndiaNovember 11, 2024  – Verified booking
When I visited the Doge’s Palace, I was immediately struck by the grandeur of its Venetian Gothic architecture, a stunning blend of Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance styles. Originally built in the 14th century, this palace served as both the residence of the Doge and the center of Venetian government. Its pink Verona marble and white Istrian stone façade radiated elegance and authority. Inside, I wandered through grand halls like the Sala del Maggior Consiglio, captivated by gilded ceilings and massive paintings by Venetian masters like Tintoretto and Veronese. Crossing the Bridge of Sighs, I felt the weight of history as it connected the palace to the old prison, symbolizing justice and punishment. The open courtyard, with its light-filled spaces, contrasted beautifully with the palace’s opulent interiors. The pointed arches and intricate tracery windows embodied Venice’s artistic heritage. Exploring the palace that day, I felt drawn into its timeless world of history and art.
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Helen – United KingdomNovember 22, 2024  – Verified booking
Very interesting, especially seeing the contrast between the opulence of the Doges and the conditions that prisoners were kept in.
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Product ID: 451265

Activity provider:Venezia Unica by Vela Spa

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