Visit Doge's Palace in Venice

Doge's Palace: A Dive into the History and Art of Venice

Doge’s Palace, located in the heart of St. Mark’s Square in Venice, is an undisputed masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture and a symbol of the power of the Serenissima Republic. Immersed in an atmosphere rich in history and charm, the Palace invites visitors to cross its ancient thresholds and embark on an exciting journey through the centuries.

The recommended duration for visiting Palazzo Ducale is at least 2-3 hours.

> Plan your visit

The Doge’s Palace is open to visitors every day at the following times:

SPECIAL EVENING OPENINGS

> 5 things to see at the Doge's Palace

Bridge of Sighs

A legendary passageway connecting the Palace to the New Prisons.

The Prisons

Find out where the prisoners of the Serenissima were locked up.

The Hall of the Great Council

The most majestic hall of the Doge's Palace where the assemblies of the Venetian state magistrates were held.

The Courtyard

Admire the wonderful Scala dei Giganti, the porticoes and the loggias.

The hidden secrets

Have fun looking for hidden passages and doors.

> Discover the Doge's Palace in Venice with exclusive tours

Immerse yourself in the history and art of the Doge’s Palace, the beating heart of the Serenissima Republic of Venice. With our guided tours, you can explore every corner of this magnificent building, from the sumptuous halls to the disturbing dungeons.

> What to know before visiting Palazzo Ducale

Some information to know before leaving:

Clothing

Remember to wear decent clothing suitable for the visit (it is not permitted to enter the museums in beachwear or skimpy clothing).

Photos and videos

Taking photos and filming inside the Doge’s Palace is not permitted.

Bags and luggage

Deposit bags, backpacks and umbrellas inside the Museum for free.

> Read other tourists' experiences

2.252 Reviews

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Average Score on Tripadvisor and Google

Our guide Gina spoke really good English and used a lot of humour to make the tour exceptional. The information she gave us about the history of Venice, setting in context the role of the Doge, and how Venice grew, was really good. The building itself has lots of interesting information and you might just walk past, even with the audio tour. Gina brought the tour to life with some much detail. Information about the source of the words quarantine and collegiate are examples.

Me and my boyfriend did a tour of the prison which is next to the Doge Palace - the bridge of sigh connects them both. It was very interesing learning about the old and new prison and about how Casanova escaped. The tour guide was brilliant and explained everything in English in great deal.

The audioguide provided for the Doge's Palace and the San Marco's church are very informative and make you feel as if you are walking in these buildings at the peak of their glory

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