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  • Doge’s Palace Tour with Gondola Ride
  • Doge's Palace + Gondola
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  • 833-482-5421
  • 617-207-6611
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  • 2.0
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  • Discover the Doge's Palace, the majestic residence of Venice's ruler, where state affairs were managed and criminals were judged before being led across the Bridge of Sighs to the dungeons. Follow the historical path, immerse yourself in the exquisite art of its chambers, and conclude your unforgettable journey with a gondola ride, the perfect finishing touch.
  • Discover the Doge's Palace, the majestic residence of Venice's ruler, where state affairs were managed and criminals were judged before being led across the Bridge of Sighs to the dungeons. Follow the historical path, immerse yourself in the exquisite art of its chambers, and conclude your unforgettable journey with a gondola ride, the perfect finishing touch.
Know Before You Book
  • do you prefer a private tour? contact us!, due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
  • due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
Version 13 – July 28, 2025 13:54
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  • Discover the Doge's Palace, the majestic residence of Venice's ruler, where state affairs were managed and criminals were judged before being led across the Bridge of Sighs to the dungeons. Follow the historical path, immerse yourself in the exquisite art of its chambers, and conclude your unforgettable journey with a gondola ride, the perfect finishing touch.
  • Discover the Doge's Palace, the majestic residence of Venice's ruler, where state affairs were managed and criminals were judged before being led across the Bridge of Sighs to the dungeons. Follow the historical path, immerse yourself in the exquisite art of its chambers, and conclude your unforgettable journey with a gondola ride, the perfect finishing touch.
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Max Pax
  • 15
  • 16
Max Group Size
  • 15
  • 16
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Terms and conditions
  • Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite Tour Operator priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • View complete terms and conditions at https://italiatours.com/terms-and-conditions.
  • Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite Tour Operator priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms.
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Cancellation notes
  • The cancellation policy for this item is as follows:
  • Cancellation with 72+ hours notice: full refund
  • Cancellation with less than 72 hours notice: no refund
  • By choosing the Hassle-Free Cancellation option during checkout, cancel your tour anytime up to midnight of the day before it begins for a full refund, excluding the Trip Protection fee.
  • Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
  • Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
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Know Before You Book
  • due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
  • confirmation will be received at time of booking, due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges, tour departs rain or shine
Cancellation Cutoff
  • 72
  • 48
Version 7 – July 28, 2025 13:28
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Short Description
  • Follow your local guide into an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous landmarks in Venice: The Doge’s Palace. 
  • As supreme authority of the Venetian Republic, the Doge both resided and worked in this magnificent Palace built 700 years ago. On this 2-hour guided tour you will learn the history of this fascinating palace, walk along its winding hallways, impressive frescoed chambers and enjoy the stunning view over the Venetian Lagoon. You’ll also hear of the dark heart of Venice as you explore the underground dungeons and hear the tales of their unfortunate occupants. Walk a mile in their shoes and cross the famous “Bridge of Sighs” where many prisoners “sighed” while catching their last glimpse of the outside world before meeting their tragic fate. 
  • At the end of your tour, say goodbye to your local guide and embark on a gondola ride in the narrow canals running through the city. See the city from the most traditional and quintessential perspective Venice has to offer. 
  • Follow your local guide into an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous landmarks in Venice: The Doge’s Palace.
  • As supreme authority of the Venetian Republic, the Doge both resided and worked in this magnificent Palace built 700 years ago. On this 2-hour guided tour you will learn the history of this fascinating palace, walk along its winding hallways, impressive frescoed chambers and enjoy the stunning view over the Venetian Lagoon. You’ll also hear of the dark heart of Venice as you explore the underground dungeons and hear the tales of their unfortunate occupants. Walk a mile in their shoes and cross the famous “Bridge of Sighs” where many prisoners “sighed” while catching their last glimpse of the outside world before meeting their tragic fate.
  • At the end of your tour, say goodbye to your local guide and embark on a gondola ride in the narrow canals running through the city. See the city from the most traditional and quintessential perspective Venice has to offer. 
Additional Info
  • • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity
  •  • This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
  •  • This tour runs rain or shine, unless sites are closed due to flooding (in which case we will inform participants and provide an alternative)
  • • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity
  • • This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
  • • This tour runs rain or shine, unless sites are closed due to flooding (in which case we will inform participants and provide an alternative)
Summary
  • Discover the Doge's Palace, the majestic residence of Venice's ruler, where state affairs were managed and criminals were judged before being led across the Bridge of Sighs to the dungeons. Follow the historical path, immerse yourself in the exquisite art of its chambers, and conclude your unforgettable journey with a gondola ride, the perfect finishing touch.
  • Discover the Doge's Palace, the majestic residence of Venice's ruler, where state affairs were managed and criminals were judged before being led across the Bridge of Sighs to the dungeons. Follow the historical path, immerse yourself in the exquisite art of its chambers, and conclude your unforgettable journey with a gondola ride, the perfect finishing touch.
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Highlights
  • admire the incredible artworks by tintoretto and veronese, enjoy a relaxing gondola ride at the end of your tour, listen to stories and legends of the mighty republic of venice, skip-the-line entrance and small group guided tour
  • admire the incredible frescoes by tintoretto and veronese, enjoy a relaxing gondola ride at the end of your tour, listen to stories and legends of the mighty republic of venice, skip-the-line entrance and small group guided tour
Included
  • gondola ride at the end of the tour, licensed english-speaking guide , priority skip-the-line access, small group experience
  • licensed english-speaking guide , priority skip-the-line access, small group - max 16 participants
Excluded
  • gratuities , personal extras
  • gratuities , lunch, personal extras
Version 5 – July 28, 2025 13:27
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Highlights
  • admire the incredible frescoes by tintoretto and veronese, enjoy a relaxing gondola ride at the end of your tour, listen to stories and legends of the mighty republic of venice, skip-the-line entrance and small group guided tour
  • admire the incredible frescoes by tintoretto and veronese, listen to stories and legends of the mighty republic of venice, priority entrance in a small group of max 16 people
Version 4 – July 28, 2025 13:26
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Short Description
  • Follow your local guide into an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous landmarks in Venice: The Doge’s Palace.
  • As supreme authority of the Venetian Republic, the Doge both resided and worked in this magnificent Palace built 700 years ago. On this 2-hour guided tour you will learn the history of this fascinating palace, walk along its winding hallways, impressive frescoed chambers and enjoy the stunning view over the Venetian Lagoon. You’ll also hear of the dark heart of Venice as you explore the underground dungeons and hear the tales of their unfortunate occupants. Walk a mile in their shoes and cross the famous “Bridge of Sighs” where many prisoners “sighed” while catching their last glimpse of the outside world before meeting their tragic fate.
  • At the end of your tour, say goodbye to your local guide and embark on a gondola ride in the narrow canals running through the city. See the city from the most traditional and quintessential perspective Venice has to offer. 
  • Meet your expert local guide and start an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous landmarks in Venice: The Palazzo Ducale. 
  • As supreme authority of the Venetian Republic, the Doge both resided and worked in this magnificent Palace built in 1340 AD. On this 2-hour tour you will learn the history of this fascinating palazzo, walk along its winding hallways, take in the magnificent courtyards and enjoy the heart stopping view over the Venetian Lagoon. You’ll also hear of the dark heart of Venice as you explore the underground prisons and hear the tales of their unfortunate occupants. Walk a mile in their shoes and cross the famous “Bridge of Sighs” where many prisoners caught their last glimpse of the outside world before meeting their tragic fate. 
  • Your local guide will show you one of the largest halls in Italy: the majestic Room of the Great Council. Adorned with works of art signed by masters such as Titian and Tintoretto - the Doge’s throne took center stage in this sprawling space where weekly meetings took place with the most prominent patrician males of the period. 
  • With the help of our guides, let your imagination take you centuries back in time when these splendid halls were packed with elegantly dressed Venetians discussing the destiny of their magnificent city. 
Version 3 – July 28, 2025 13:20
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  • WAY-DOG-PAL
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  • Doge's Palace + Gondola
  • Doge's Palace Guided Tour - Clone
Summary
  • Discover the Doge's Palace, the majestic residence of Venice's ruler, where state affairs were managed and criminals were judged before being led across the Bridge of Sighs to the dungeons. Follow the historical path, immerse yourself in the exquisite art of its chambers, and conclude your unforgettable journey with a gondola ride, the perfect finishing touch.
  • Explore this massive Venetian Palace adorned with masterpieces by renaissance masters such as Tintoretto, Tiziano and Veronese. Discover the inner workings of the former Republic of Venice and the importance of its highest ranking official: The Doge.
Version 2 – July 28, 2025 08:32
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Short Description
  • Meet your expert local guide and start an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous landmarks in Venice: The Palazzo Ducale. 
  • As supreme authority of the Venetian Republic, the Doge both resided and worked in this magnificent Palace built in 1340 AD. On this 2-hour tour you will learn the history of this fascinating palazzo, walk along its winding hallways, take in the magnificent courtyards and enjoy the heart stopping view over the Venetian Lagoon. You’ll also hear of the dark heart of Venice as you explore the underground prisons and hear the tales of their unfortunate occupants. Walk a mile in their shoes and cross the famous “Bridge of Sighs” where many prisoners caught their last glimpse of the outside world before meeting their tragic fate. 
  • Your local guide will show you one of the largest halls in Italy: the majestic Room of the Great Council. Adorned with works of art signed by masters such as Titian and Tintoretto - the Doge’s throne took center stage in this sprawling space where weekly meetings took place with the most prominent patrician males of the period. 
  • With the help of our guides, let your imagination take you centuries back in time when these splendid halls were packed with elegantly dressed Venetians discussing the destiny of their magnificent city. 
  • Meet your expert local guide and start an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous landmarks in Venice: The Palazzo Ducale. 
  • As supreme authority of the Venetian Republic, the Doge both resided and worked in this magnificent Palace built in 1340 AD. On this 2-hour tour you will learn the history of this fascinating palazzo, walk along its winding hallways, take in the magnificent courtyards and enjoy the heart stopping view over the Venetian Lagoon. You’ll also hear of the dark heart of Venice as you explore the underground prisons and hear the tales of their unfortunate occupants. Walk a mile in their shoes and cross the famous “Bridge of Sighs” where many prisoners caught their last glimpse of the outside world before meeting their tragic fate. 
  • Your local guide will show you one of the largest halls in Italy: the majestic Room of the Great Council. Adorned with works of art signed by masters such as Titian and Tintoretto - the Doge’s throne took center stage in this sprawling space where weekly meetings took place with the most prominent patrician males of the period. 
  • With the help of our guides, let your imagination take you centuries back in time when these splendid halls were packed with elegantly dressed Venetians discussing the destiny of their magnificent city. 
Additional Info
  • • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity
  • • This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
  • • This tour runs rain or shine, unless sites are closed due to flooding (in which case we will inform participants and provide an alternative)
  • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity
  • This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
  • This tour runs rain or shine, unless sites are closed due to flooding (in which case we will inform participants and provide an alternative)
Summary
  • Explore this massive Venetian Palace adorned with masterpieces by renaissance masters such as Tintoretto, Tiziano and Veronese. Discover the inner workings of the former Republic of Venice and the importance of its highest ranking official: The Doge.
  • Explore this massive Venetian Palace adorned with masterpieces by renaissance masters such as Tintoretto, Tiziano and Veronese. Discover the inner workings of the former Republic of Venice and the importance of its highest ranking official: The Doge.
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  • Doge's Palace Guided Tour - Clone
  • Doge's Palace Guided Tour