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Doge's Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour in Venice

4.7(23)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 23 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Crown Tours
Doge's Palace Skip the Line Guided Tour in Venice

About this activity

Take a special tour of Venice's Doge's Palace for a memorable experience. Explore the secret stories and mysteries of this amazing building with local experts who love history.

Start your visit at Piazza San Marco, often referred to as the "drawing room of Europe," which is the principal public square of Venice and a masterpiece of urban design.

Discover the fancy rooms where Venetian kings used to walk, and be amazed by the detailed art decorating every part. Our tours give you special access and individual attention, so you can discover the palace's secrets in a new way.

What's included

  • ✓Professional and Passionate tour guide
  • ✓Combo Tour fo Doge Palace & Basilica St. Mark (Only if option selected)
  • ✓Doge's Palace skip-the-line entry tickets
  • ✓Audio system to hear the tour guide clearly
  • ✓Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana Access

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet us in St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco). Walk towards Caffè Florian, the historic café on the side of the square. Our meeting point is just past it in the open square. Look for our team in purple “Crown Tours” t-shirts — easy to spot and ready to welcome you.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Correr Museum, National Archeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana Access, are self guided
  • Tickets are nominative. Name/s provided during the booking must match the valid photo ID presented by each participant. Entry may be denied otherwise.
  • Please note that St. Mark's Basilica enforces a strict dress code. Visitors must always cover their knees and shoulders.
  • Visitors aged 11+ (Basilica-only) or 6+ (Doge’s Palace) must buy a standard adult ticket.
  • Skip-the-line does not bypass security check lines. During peak season, wait times may be longer.
  • The Basilica is an active place of worship. Access may be restricted or modified without notice due to religious events, high tide or crowd control.
  • Audioguides are provided via the Crown Tours App. Due to limited local connectivity, we strongly recommend downloading the app beforehand (requires 500 MB). Bring a charged smartphone & personal headphones.
  • From January 1, 2026, the entry fee for Basilica-only access is €12. Optional access: Museum or Pala d’Oro €24; Museum and Pala d’Oro €36; Campanile €18; Doge’s Palace €35; Extended Museum Pass €40. Remaining value covers operational costs, including audioguide provision and hosting services, or certified guides with whisper devices.

Cancellation policy

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

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