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Small-group Doge's Palace Skip-the-line Tour

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About this activity

Meet the local guide and start an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous museums in the city: Doge's palace. A stunning building embellished by the most famous Italian artists of 1500. Masterpieces of Italian painters as Tintoretto, Tiziano and Veronese are preserved in this palace, now a museum. Discover the secrets of Venice governments, visit the prisons and listen to legends around this palace. Your local guide will show you the most interesting paintings, the most beautiful and interesting rooms such as the majestic Sala del Maggior Consiglio, an incredible hall which is one of the largest in the world. In this enchanting palace you will lose track of time and you will fly with your imagination to the past when these beautiful halls were full of people discussing the destiny of Venice. Many legends and stories populate the palace and the prisons. See how the prisoners lived and cross the Bridge of Sighs, like they used to do in the past.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Skip-the-line ticket to the Doge's palace
    • Local licensed tour guide

    Not included

    • Hotel pick up and drop-off

    Itinerary

    1. Doge's Palace

      Discover the beauty of the Doge’s Palace, one of the most famous museums of the city, just next to San Mark’s basilica with a local guide.

      2 hoursAdmission includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    The guide will be outside the main entrance holding a yellow sign with "TOUR" written

    The map shows Venice. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This Tour runs rain or shine
    • Doge's Palace can be closed to the public in case of high tides. In this case, we will communicate it to the participants as soon as possible and we will arrange an alternative.
    • Minors must be accompanied by an adult
    • This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
    • Please note that in case of adverse weather conditions (eg. bad storms, unexpected extreme events), or unforeseen circumstances (eg. monuments sudden closures, train/flight cancellations or delays) we do not guarantee a full refund. The company will examine each case and act accordingly.
    • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
    • Please note that some parts of the tour may not be easily accessible for people with reduced mobility (or any kind of disability), if you are unsure of the details, feel free to contact us.
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • - Meeting point Information: we kindly ask you to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance to ensure the timely departure of the tour. Please note that we will not contact you if you are not at the meeting point at the specified time or if you are late. In case of a no-show at the beginning of the activity, it will not be possible to join the group later, and no refund will be provided. - In case of delay: contact the emergency number +393274674179 - Cancellation policy: full refund or amendment of the reservation possible up to 24h before the activity (shared tour only).

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
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    Product code
    6476P96

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