There is no better way to understand the power which Venice had over the overworld than by a private, guided tour of Doge’s Palace.
For over a thousand years beginning in the eighth century, Venice was ruled by doges – elected magistrates who served for life. While the process for selecting doges changed throughout the millennium, the singular law was simply that no doge could pass his title on to a member of his own family.
While the original wood structure burned down, the building which stands today is still a staggering 700 years old. From its ornate wood carvings to its larger-than-life facades, the palace is more than just a historical sight – it’s an architectural masterpiece and ...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group
Doge's Palace entrance tickets
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Food and drink
Hotel pick up and drop off
Transportation throughout tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Ravagnan Gallery
Your guide will meet you in front 'Galeria Ravagnan'. Piazza San Marco, 50/A, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy.
Return
Doge's Palace
Your tour will finish at the Doge's Palace and you are welcome to continue exploring on your own.
Itinerary
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Doge's Palace
Explore the Doge's Palace as you learn about the sophisticated government systems of the Venetian Republic, also known as "The Most Serene Republic of Venice".
Explore the opulent government rooms, including the Venetian Senate Hall that could accommodate up to 200 people, the Collegio Hall with ceiling breathtaking decorations by Veronese, and Tintoretto's "Paradise" painting, believed to be the world’s largest canvas painting, in the Grand Council Hall.
2 hours
The Doge's Palace of Venice: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour
Venezia
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There is no better way to understand the power which Venice had over the overworld than by a private, guided tour of Doge’s Palace.
For over a thousand years beginning in the eighth century, Venice was ruled by doges – elected magistrates who served for life. While the process for selecting doges changed throughout the millennium, the singular law was simply that no doge could pass his title on to a member of his own family.
While the original wood structure burned down, the building which stands today is still a staggering 700 years old. From its ornate wood carvings to its larger-than-life facades, the palace is more than just a historical sight – it’s an architectural masterpiece and ...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group
Doge's Palace entrance tickets
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Food and drink
Hotel pick up and drop off
Transportation throughout tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Ravagnan Gallery
Your guide will meet you in front 'Galeria Ravagnan'. Piazza San Marco, 50/A, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy.
Return
Doge's Palace
Your tour will finish at the Doge's Palace and you are welcome to continue exploring on your own.
