Venice Doge's Palace Guided Tour - Golden Staircase & Bridge of Sighs Combined Ticket

Explore the Halls and Golden Staircase
of the Doge's Palace with a Guide

This is a group tour of the Doge's Palace, the symbol of Venetian political power, with a professional guide. Hear the stories behind the architecture, artworks and ceremonial spaces as you learn about the history, politics and culture of the Venetian Republic.

Start in the Halls Where the Doge and Council Ruled

The tour starts in the grand halls where the Doge and his council once governed the Venetian Republic. As you pass through the rooms where decisions shaping Venice's future were made, you hear about the city's traditions, maritime influence and heritage.

See the Golden Staircase and Fresco Ceilings

Walk up the Golden Staircase, an architectural masterpiece decorated with fine detail and gilding. Then explore rooms with frescoes, ornate ceilings and works by the great artists of the Venetian Renaissance.

Cross the Bridge of Sighs

One of the highlights of the tour is crossing the Bridge of Sighs, one of Venice's best-known landmarks. From this historic passage you get a unique view of the city's canals and hear the stories and legends that made the bridge famous.

Tickets to the Correr Museum, the National Archaeological Museum of Venice and the Marciana National Library, and a digital visitor kit, are also included.

※ There may be a queue at the entrance because of security checks.
※ If your selected time is not available, you may be moved to another time on the same day.