Venice Doge's Palace Priority Entrance Guided Tour - Bridge of Sighs & Personal Audio

Skip the line at the Doge's Palace
and explore the heart of the Venetian Republic

For centuries the Doge's Palace welcomed ships arriving from the lagoon, and it was the center of Venetian political power. Enter through a special entrance with priority access and explore the palace for about 75 minutes with a guide and a personal audio system. Choose the option in English, French, Spanish, or Italian when booking.

Step inside where the Doge and his council met

Walk through grand corridors, golden staircases, and important paintings in spaces that blend Byzantine and Eastern architecture. You can also see the rooms where the Doge and his council, surrounded by hundreds of works of art, decided the fate of the Venetian Republic.

Admire works by Tintoretto and Veronese

Inside the palace you will see famous works by Tintoretto, Veronese, and other important artists. Your guide shares stories about Venice's past and present along the way.

Cross the Bridge of Sighs into the prison

At the end of the tour, cross the Bridge of Sighs and enter the dark prison where Giacomo Casanova is said to have been held. Learn how prisoners of the Venetian Republic lived.

※ Due to security checks, there may be some waiting time when entering, even with a priority entrance ticket.
※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.