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Venice Best of: Doge’s Palace, Prisons, Bridge of Sighs & Gondola

Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
$71.11
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Uncover the political heart and timeless charm of Venice on this guided tour of its most storied landmarks. With skip-the-line access to the Doge’s Palace, you will step inside the opulent seat of the former Venetian Republic to explore Renaissance masterpieces and the prisons. Your expert guide will lead you through the architectural wonders of St. Mark’s Square before you follow in the footsteps of history across the famous Bridge of Sighs. The experience continues with a quintessential 30-minute shared gondola ride, allowing you to soak in the city’s beauty from the serene perspective of its iconic winding canals. Finally, your guide will escort you to a traditional vetreria, where you can immerse yourself in the centuries-old art of Venetian glassmaking and explore exquisite local craftsmanship. This comprehensive journey offers a seamless blend of historical discovery and authentic Venetian tradition, ensuring you capture the true essence of the Floating City in short time.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Priority Tickets + Audioguide
Tickets + Audioguide: Skip the crowds with fast-track tickets and explore Doge's Palace with an Audioguide.
Tour guide
Language: English
Audio guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Shared Gondola Ride
  • Local Guide
  • Entrance ticket to the Doge's Palace and Correr Museum
  • Audioguide on your phone (if option selected)
  • View and learn about the Bridge of Sighs
  • Stop at a traditional Vetreria
  • Optional gratuities
  • food and beverage
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point
Meet your host under the blue Clock Tower at the corner of St. Mark's Basilica, next to Bar Americano. The host will be holding a blue flag and wearing a yellow vest.
Return details
Meet your host under the blue Clock Tower at the corner of St. Mark's Basilica, next to Bar Americano. The host will be holding a blue flag and wearing a yellow vest.

  • Piazza San Marco
    The heart of Venice, where history, architecture, and vibrant atmosphere come together.
  • Palazzo Ducale
    A masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture, once the seat of power of the Venetian Republic, where your guided tour brings centuries of history to life.
  • Ponte dei Sospiri
    The Bridge of Sighs is a famous enclosed stone bridge in Venice that once connected the Doge’s Palace to the old prisons. It’s named after the sighs of prisoners seeing Venice for the last time through its windows.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Visits inside the Doge’s Palace have a typical duration of 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the time spent exploring the various rooms and exhibitions.
  • Please provide the correct telephone number, including the country code, to ensure we can reach you with any updates to your reservation.
  • During the summer season, please allow up to two hours to travel from the train station to Saint Mark’s Square, as water taxis are in high demand and delays are common due to heavy crowds.
  • The tour runs even in light rain. Please note that during certain time of the year, high tide may occur. In that case, raised walkways are set up to allow access and disposable shoe covers can be purchased in front of the entrance.
  • If you select the audioguide option, please download the app to your phone in advance using Wi-Fi, as it will be used offline during the visit.
  • Enhance your visit further by upgrading to include optional skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica. Contact us to upgrade your tour
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Venice Best of: Doge’s Palace, Prisons, Bridge of Sighs & Gondola

    Location Venice, Veneto, Italy
    $71.11
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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