See rooms that the vast majority of Venetians of the past never knew about, admiring antique cabinets and lavish apartments along the way. If you already have a ticket then you don't have to queue anymore. 2022 I wont even try to describe the amazing art, architecture and artifacts we saw - simply stunning. Entry may be refused due to improper dress. Be aware that you need to have your proof of vaccination and picture ID or green pass with you or they won't let you in. Meet your guide and be introduced to the history of Venetian dukes and learn about their secret meeting halls and torture chambers. The Palazzo Ducale, or "Doges Palace," represented the seat of Venetian political power for centuries. You will skip the line for non reserved tickets but security check is mandatory. Because the admission to the Basilica is a limited amount of people per day, booking a tour is highly recommended. Explore the beauty of the Doges Palace, one of the most famous museums of the city, just next to San Marks Basilica. The guide did a good job of finding opportunities to sit but we were only allowed to sit in a couple of places. Cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs from the inside and discover how the Doge's Palace was connected to its prisons, where former inmates include Casanova. Very pleasant person, she listens to customers, answers questions etc A 2 hour visit (Piazza San Marco + exterior of the Palazzo Ducale + interior of the Palazzo Ducale + Crossing the Ponte de Sospiri + visit to the Prisons) We are voting for Roberta as the next Doge of Venice!!!! She was wonderful with our kids even though our youngest struggled listening to Mom and Dad a few times(hard in the afternoon) Our 11yr old was engaged and I know he learned a lot and enjoyed the experience. No refunds will be issued for latecomers or no-shows. 15th-century church and its flooded crypt or learn about the art and history of Venice. You start off by going behind the scenes and touring the offices and prison of the palace. We were lucky and were in the Doge's Palace in a few minutes. In the 2 hours you see the entire palace and Lara is not silent for a moment, so as a visitor you get a lot of interesting information! Far cheaper than paying on the day, but only if you make the effort to see at least two of the museums covered by the pass. Made Lara had a lot of knowledge which she shared with great enthusiasm and humor. Highlights include frescoes by Tintoretto and the Giants Staircase. We didn't have to queue and also had a few quiet minutes in the rooms to marvel and take pictures. GetYourGuide. Follow us to the secret quiet spots. The tour went smoothly, our guide was very attentive and enthusiastic! They ran out of audio guides and we had to wait while they ran to get them. Enjoy a tour of St. Mark's Basilica, and marvel at the diversity of Venetian culture as your guide points out where eastern architecture and western design combine. Filippo was accommodating, informative, easy to follow (literally and figuratively) and kind. See the center of the Venetian Empire and the seat of the Venetian Government. Built in a Venetian Gothic style, the palace was the official residence of the Doge of Venice, the supreme authority of the former Republic of Venice. This means that you might enjoy the ride with other customers, Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. PS - dont walk between the columns ;). Discover one of the most iconic places of the city from a different point of view. This activity is a must for those interested in learning about the history of the Doge's Palace and its seat of power. Skip the long lines to one of the most iconic buildings in Venice with a fast track ticket to the Doge's Palace. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code) may change at short notice. Led only by 5-star guides and local aficionados, you can expect intriguing insights, fun facts, and stories from the people who call your destination home. You can stay there as long as you want. Save precious time and skip the long lines to wander the splendid rooms where hundreds of masterpieces of art are on display. However, the guide ran out of time and we had to rush through the prison to finish. Discover the secret behind the mysterious black veil and walk across the Bridge of Sighs. The ticket office had no tour group from Get Your Guide listed. This was the one activity we booked in Venice. PERFETTO! - United States, "Our guide Juliana connected with his audience, we felt like we were the only ones on his tour !!! Skip the long lines at Doges Palace. We finally went to Doge's Palace to see if the tour had commenced there. That was very impressive. Be impressed by its intricate architecture and see paintings from world-renown artists. 2022 Please check all languages of interest to find your preferred option type, St. Mark's Basilica is sometimes closed to visitors at short notice. US$75.94 Take in two of the citys most important landmarks while discovering the history of the one-time mercantile capital of the Mediterranean. Then they took off into the square and I had to search for them. As the name suggests, this cathedral is bound tightly to Venices patron, St. Mark, and the saint's remains are in fact here. 90 - Canada, "Definitely the background story and history Susan provided. (May be due to the season) The group consisted of 14 people. This is a good tour of just the palace. The tour is 3 hours, the longest one we did in Italy, but it honestly didn't feel like it. Very easy to locate and they provided a headset to amplify the guides voice, which was great. Long line? Questions from us were also answered nicely and well. Made The tour guide, Sylvia, was outstanding, but the process to access the tour was a nightmare. See the most interesting paintings of the museum, Tintorettos and Tizianos masterpieces. Good pace and just enough detail to keep it interesting, yet not so drawn out that our teens lost interest. GetYourGuide. Ruined the day. Skip the long lines to enjoy fast-track entry to the Doges Palace in Venice and discover a magnificent combination of Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Tour guide was amazing! GetYourGuide. See masterpieces of art in the magnificent rooms and cross the Bridge of Sighs from the inside. 2022 Because of security checks you might experience a line to get inside the Doge's Palace and the Correr Museum. Meet your guide in front of the Doge's Palace, under the column with the lion on the top. GetYourGuide. Due to health and safety regulations, this itinerary may change. From Discover the ancient entrance of the Doge's Palace along with the Giants' Staircase in the internal courtyard. She is an amazing guide with lots of funny anecdotes and gave a very informative history of the Basilica and Doges Palace. Hear how they traveled all the way to Paris and back in Napoleons time. Entrance ticket to the Museum and the Terrace of the Basilica, Headphones (to hear the tour guide better), Skip the lines to enter the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica without delay, Pass through impressive halls where the doges ruled the Most Serene Republic of Venice, Admire the golden mosaics and other treasures of St. Marks Basilica. The meeting point was easy to reach and the technology worked perfectly. Listen and learn as the palace comes to life in the company of an expert guide, who will show you the halls of power, plunging you into a very particular historical context the European Middle Ages, and the immediately following centuries. Her passionate, colourful and vivid descriptions, immersed all of us into a Historical journey that brought characters, life and accomplishments of Venetians and their influence in the region alive in front of us. Get an in-depth look at how Venice built a mercantile empire that once spanned the entire Mediterranean. 2022 Please meet at: Calle Larga Ascensione, between Museo Correr and the Post Office. Later, explore the magnificent St. Mark's Basilica. You depend on the speed of the guide. Chamber of the Great Council entry ticket, Venice National Archaeological Museum entry ticket, Even though you have a skip-the-line access, there could be a line for security check, In case of bad weather, the activity may be changed, canceled, or postponed, Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace an see its art masterpieces, Explore the lavish halls and corridors alongside and expert guide, Admire the Golden Staircase at the waterside entrance to the palace, Cross the Bridge of Sighs and reach the prison cell of Giacomo Casanova, Discover the fascinating history of the dukes of Venice. 2022 Skip the line through a separate entrance, Skip-the-line entrance to San Mark's Basilica, Exclusive access to St. Mark's Basilica terraces, Have a interesting and comprehensive tour from an expert guide, Get skip-the-line access to St. Mark's Basilica, its terraces, and the Doge's Palace, Enjoy access to the Doge's Palace prisons. You can find the bridge in front of Doge's Palace, facing the lagoon. 2022 ", James, August 26, 2019 The way there could be better described. in Zurich & Berlin. per person. Discover the center of political power during the Venetian Republic and marvel at masterpieces of art by Titian, Veronese and Tintoretto. Marvel at the impressive halls in the palace, the golden mosaics in the basilica and visit the prison crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs. Due to health and safety regulations, this itinerary may change. Without the guidance, we would not have gotten so much out of the places and the visits to the sites would not have gone so smoothly. If in Venice seeing the Basilica and Doge's Palace is a must. per person. We'll show you how to skip it. US$60.55 The Doges Palace is very warm in the summer so keep that in mind. Very disorganized, huge groups, not a custom service. 2022 See the Bridge of Sighs and New Prisons and, if the basilica is closed, the San Zaccaria Church or the Correr Museum. "St Marks basilica and the Doges palace were incredible. Your pass is valid 180 days from the moment you exchange your voucher in Venice for the official Venice pass. It's too bad the apartments were closed because that would have been a nice feature to see. in Zurich & Berlin. Website not available. Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked. 2022 Relive the anguish of the prisoners who crossed the Bridge of Sighs to enter the gloomy cells that Giacomo Casanova famously escaped from. Made Made Meet your guide just outside the entrance of the Correr Museum on Piazza San Marco, 30124. Among the famous guests of the Doges Palace prisons was Giacomo Casanova, the celebrated seducer and adventurer who managed to escape from the prison in 1756. From Founded in 1953, and situated between the citys 2 most historic synagogues, the museum is both devoted to the cycle of Jewish festivities and objects used for the liturgy, and explores the history of the Venetian Jews through images and objects. Great experience! Cross the Bridge of Sighs, like the prisoners, did in the past. In the event the venue is closed, you will be given explanations from the outside, Please remember that the Basilica is a holy place and attire must be appropriate: both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees, Backpacks are prohibited inside St. Mark's Basilica. in Zurich & Berlin. 2008 She was very personable and took the time to answer any questions. Learn how the bridge got its name and the purpose for its construction in the 17th century as you take in the amazing views of the canals. Made Marvel at the lavish apartments of the Doge and the spacious enclosed courtyards and see masterpieces of art by Titian, Veronese and Tintoretto along the way. per person. A big thank you to her for her good mood !!!!!! Made We arrived at the meeting place 45 minutes early. US$87.23 Very nice visit. Once inside the Palazzo Ducale, Roberta, our guide was on top!!! We can definitely recommend getyourguide. It was a very good tour and good to see the secret rooms with a very pleasant, informative guide. Our tour guide could not do enough for us and was really good at commenting on all of the local history and culture. Skip the line at the entrance to the Palace, Visit Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. We were a small group and she made sure that we were all looked after. From One point of criticism is that we were not able to go back into the premises after the tour, neither into the cathedral nor into the palace. Really learned a lot - the guide was very knowledgeable. From Marvel at the treasures of the Doge's Palace, see Murano glass at the Glass Museum, and admire lace work in the Lace Museum. See the prisons and from there, visit the great ballrooms, the Council Hall, the Doges lavish apartments, and the Opera Museum featuring a collection of portrait paintings. For centuries, the destiny of the Most Serene Republic was decided in the majestic halls of the Doges Palace. Once inside, your guide will introduce you to the features of the palace and immerse you in the history of "La Serenissima" (Republic of Venice). Luigina was our guide. Our guide Roberta was very personable and informative. Also, they don't allow backpacks inside, so they will take them and store them if you bring them.