Venice Doge's Palace Guided Tour

If there is one place that symbolises the power and luxury of Venice, it is the Doge's Palace, located in St. Mark's Square. This tour includes a guide, from whom you will learn about the influence of the Doges, the ancient rulers of Venice, and the political history of the city. You will also pass the iconic Bridge of Sighs, which has a dark and tragic history.

During the approximately 1 hour tour, you will enjoy all the information provided by your guide. You will also seeimportant works of art by painters such as Titian, Veronese and Tintoretto and admire the beautiful Venetian Gothic architecture. Weapons, armour, treasures and other priceless exhibits await you during this tour.

The Doge's Palace, a symbol of Venetian power, is perfect for lovers of art and Italian history. It was conceived as a residence for the Doge, the ruling figure of Venice for 1000 years. Get ready to see its beautiful white façades made of marble, its Venetian Gothic and Renaissance style decorative elements and the evident luxury and ostentation of its rooms, paintings and furniture.

Don't forget that you will also cross the Bridge of Sighs, which holds a sad and dark history. This touristy Venetian bridge connects the Doge's Palace with its prison: Piombi. It is said that this was the place where prisoners had their last glimpse of the sky and the sea before being locked up.