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

4.1(448)3 hFree cancellationBy CITY TOURS CO. LTD

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.

What's included

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

Not included

✕Guided Visit (available only if the option is selected)

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.

Cancellation policy

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

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