Skip the ticket line to Doge's Palace in Venice, a historic landmark that served as the seat of Venetian political power for centuries, with this reserved entry ticket. Admire its Gothic architecture. Also get entry to the Museo Correr, National Archeological Museum, and Marciana Library. Enter the Doge's Palace to explore the seat of a 1000-year republic and travel back in time to the Middle Ages. Relive the anguish of the prisoners as they crossed the Bridge of Sighs. Admire the palace's impressive structure and ornamentation, from its 14th and 15th-century original foundations to the significant Renaissance and opulent Mannerist adjunctions. Marvel at the rich details of the magnificent gold staircase and spectacular works of art. Also, enjoy entry to the Museo Correr on St. Mark's Square, a building that was originally designed as a residence for Napoleon, and later became the Venetian residence of the King of Italy.

Make your trip to Venice more comfortable with the Venice City Pass. Gain access to all of the city's prominent churches, museums, monuments, and more. Choose from multiple-day passes, with the option to add public transportation tickets. Visit the Byzantine monuments of St. Mark's Square and venture inside the former palace of the dukes, Doge's Palace. Get access to all 16 churches of the Chorus Circuit such as Chiesa di Santa Maria del Giglio, Chiesa di Santo Stefano, and Santa Maria dei Miracoli. Make your way to the Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum, Biblioteca Marciana, Ca' Rezzonico, Ca' Pesaro International Gallery of Modern Art, Glass Museum on Murano Island, Natural History Museum, Museo di Palazzo Mocenigo, Carlo Goldoni's House, Lace Museum on Burano Island, and Museo Fortuny. List of museums:Doge's PalaceMuseo CorrerArchaeological MuseumBiblioteca MarcianaCa' RezzonicoCa' PesaroNatural History MuseumMocenigo PalaceCarlo Goldoni HouseLace Museum on Burano IslandGlass Museum on Murano IslandMuseo Fortuny The 16 Churches of the Chorus Circuit include: Santa Maria del GiglioSan StaeSanto StefanoSant'AlviseSanta Maria FormosSan Pietro di CastelloSanta Maria dei MiracoliSantissimo RedentoreS.Giovanni ElemosinarioSanta Maria del Rosario (Gesuati)San PoloSan SebastianoSan Giacomo dall'OrioSan GiobbeSanta Maria del Carmelo (Carmini)S.Giovanni Battista in Bragora

Discover the heart and soul of Venice on the best walking tour of San Marco (the Old Town). Discover the highlights of Venetian architecture, history, culture, Renaissance art, food and wine with a passionate Local Guide, and immerse yourself in amazing stories about Marco Polo, da Vinci, Vivaldi, Tintoretto, Casanova, and more! Experience Venice and its top sights at yout own pace! Book a 2-hour tour to discover the best things to do in Venice, from famous bridges, to majestic palaces, to awe-inspiring churches. Explore the famous Piazza San Marco, the central square of St. Mark. Do you know how often the Basilica of St. Mark is flooded by the tide? Or who is the only person who escaped from the prison of the Doge's Palace? Or how does the Astrological Clock of Torre dell'Orologio work? Don't worry as your Expert-Guide will tell you all about this and more interesting facts about the Republic of Venice, the Venice Carnival, and more. You will admire the views of the Grand Canal and San Giorgio Maggiore, then head deep into the maze of Venice's narrow streets to discover top sights such as Teatro La Fenice, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Giglio, and Campo Santo Stefano. The final stop will be Ponte dell'Accademia, a popular spot for photographers and lovers. Book a 3-hour tour to learn more about Venice and visit San Zaccaria, a hidden gem of San Marco. It is one of the most decorated churches in town,with many beautiful Gothic and Renaissance sacred artworks. Another highlight will be crossing the iconic Rialto Bridge, an ornate footbridge which offers picturesque views of the Grand Canal with its beautiful Venetian architecture and romantic gondolas. It is one of the busiest places in town, connecting San Marco to San Polo and the famous Rialto Market. On the other side you will see San Giacomo di Rialto, the city’s oldest churches. Book an extended 4-hour tour to also visit one of Venice’s top-rated attraction, Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo. We provide skip-the-line tickets to help you beat the crowds. This 15th century palace is known as a film location for Orson Welles' Othello, featuring an iconic spiral staircase. Climb up the stairs ""of the snail"" to an arcade to enjoy an impressive view of the city rooftops. It’s a great place to take in the handmade beauty and complexity of Venice’s unusual landscape. Book a 6-hour tour to also visit the Doge’s Palace, one of Italy’s most luxurious palaces! With reserved entrance tickets you will skip the line at the ticket time so you can spend more time inside, exploring the charming inner courtyard and discover the treasures of the Doge’s Apartments, where over 120 Doges of Venice lived over the centuries. The palace houses works by Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto, Vittoria and Tiepolo. Another highlight will be the Bridge of Sighs, which connects the palace to its prison, where the famous lover Casanova was imprisoned. With so many stories to tell, the Doge’s Palace is a must-see in Venice!

Take your pick of different daily tour times to suit your sightseeing schedule. Meet your private guide at St. Mark's Square in the heart of the city. Learn about the history and significance of Venice’s grand public piazza, which is home to some of the city's most iconic and important monuments. Make your way to the opulent, Italo-Byzantine exterior of St. Mark’s Basilica, and bypass the long entrance lines with priority access. Marvel at the cathedral’s intricate, gold-plated mosaics and glittering altars while your guide shares the history and symbolism of their religious motifs. Continue on to the nearby Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale), once again skipping the line (entrance ticket not included). Hear stories and scandals about the powerful doges who once ruled over the Venetian Republic as you make your way through former government chambers and private apartments. Admire rich historic furnishings and paintings by Italian masters like Tintoretto, Titian, and Veronese, and then experience the palace’s darker side as you cross the notorious Bridge of Sighs into the prison complex. After emerging back into the daylight, you can continue exploring St. Mark's Square on your own or return to your original departure point with your guide.

The Venice Pass allows you to discover and visit many places, sites and museums in Venice. You can visit: Entrance to the Doge's Palace, the churches of the Chorus Circuit, Entrance to Museo Correr and many other places and activities throughout Venice. This version includes public transportation in Venice, Actv - 2-day ticket, validity: 2 days (48 hours) from validation on Actv/bus/Tram/People Mover waterways

Discover the magnificent buildings of Venice. Take a walk through the imposing Doge's Palace and explore the impressive Basilica. Start at the Doge's Palace. For more than 800 years it has been the seat of the Doge and the Government of the Venetian Republic. Admire the halls of power in which a part of Europe's history was written during the Middle Ages. Learn all about the intrigues and lies told behind the walls of the palace. In the second part of the tour, visit the basilica. The church is an excellent example of the Byzantine style. Admire the golden mosaics that earned the basilica its nickname the "Golden Basilica", and learn all about the myriad of art treasures from the western and eastern worlds. At the end of the tour, keep your Doge's Palace ticket to visit the Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale, and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana in Saint Mark's square at your own pace.

The Venice Pass allows you to discover, to explore, to enjoy and visit many places, sites and museums in Venice. You can visit the main attractions of Venice City: the Doge's palace, the churches of the Chorus Circuit, Museo Fortuny and many other places and activities throughout Venice.

Embark on a private walking tour in Venice and see the real Venice. Admire St Mark Basilica, Square, and San Marco Museums and enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace before you end your tour on a relaxing gondola ride. Meet your guide at Campo San Luca near Rialto Bridge and La Fenice to begin your activity. First, you will walk around and admire the impressive architecture. See the stunning Piazza San Marco public square, and get skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace and the San Marco Museums. Walk through the corridors and see masterpieces of art everywhere you turn, collected by the dukes of Venice over many centuries. Explore the Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale, and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana. End your activity with a romantic gondola ride on the Grand Canal. Get up close and personal to the floating city, cruise past palazzos and under footbridges.

The Grand Canal is one of the major water-traffic corridors in Venice and a source of pride and wealth for local citizens. Take in the sights and sounds of Venice’s main waterway on an original walking tour led by a 5-Star Local Guide and see the most important attractions and hidden gems of the Floating City. Experience one of the most romantic and enchanting destinations in the world like never before! Book a 2-hour private walking tour of Venice’s Grand Canal. Your Expert Guide will take you on a journey through the history and beauty of this iconic waterway, exploring the canal's winding pathways and stopping at the most important piazzas, narrow streets and bridges to admire the breathtaking architecture and picturesque views. The tour will start at the iconic Rialto Bridge, one of Venice's most recognizable landmarks, connecting San Marco to San Polo. From here, you will explore the narrow streets of the Old Town, passing the monuments of Campo Manin, Campo Sant'Angelo and Campo Santo Stefano. You will stop at the Ponte dell'Accademia to adore the hundreds of love locks and amazing views over the Grand Canal lined with magnificent palaces and churches. You'll see the iconic gondolas gliding by, and hear the sounds of musicians and street performers filling the air. The tour will end at St. Mark’s Square, which boasts the most beautiful Venetian Gothic architecture of St. Mark’s Basilica, St. Mark’s Bell Tower and the Doge’s Palace along with breathtaking views of the blue waters of the Grand Canal flowing into the Venetian Lagoon. Experience the magic of Venice up close and personal! Choose the 2,5-hour option to complete your Grand Canal walking tour with a 30-minute gondola ride. Many of Venice’s most beautiful monuments cannot be reached by foot, so a traditional gondola is the best way to explore this unique City of Water. This experience is on top of every traveler’s bucket list! We provide pre-booked tickets for a shared gondola ride so you can enjoy the views in and out of water. The 30-minute gondola tour of the Grand Canal will be led by a Professional Gondolier who is fluent in Italian and English with optional commentary by the mobile app in 7 languages, so you won’t miss the history. Choose the 4,5-hour option to explore Venice in and out of water and visit the Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) with a Private Guide. We provide skip-the-line tickets to this top-rated attraction so long queues won’t delay your gondola ride. The Doge’s Palace is a former residence of 120 Doges of Venice, the supreme authority of the former Republic. Inside, you will admire the richly decorated Doge’s apartments, institutional chambers, the Old Prison, Bridge of Sighs, New Prison, and more. Experience the best of Venice on an original walking tour with a visit to Doge’s Palace and tickets for a shared gondola ride on the Grand Canal.

Join this exclusive tour of San Polo, one of the smallest, busiest and oldest districts in the Floating City, to discover its must-see sights and hidden gems, from the Basilica Dei Frari to the world-famous Rialto Bridge. See some of the oldest houses and churches in the city and immerse yourself in fascinating stories about Venice’s history, culture and vibrant social life. Choose the 2-hour option to see the highlights of the San Polo and Rialto neighborhoods and visit the magnificent Basilica of Santa María Gloriosa dei Frari. Don't be disappointed by the basilica's modest Gothic exterior, as the interior hides the wealth of the Italian Renaissance. It's amazing architecture is complimented by a number of sculptures and paintings, including works of masters such as Titian and Bellini. It's an awe-inspiring space that has served the local community for centuries. As you wander along some of Venice's oldest streets lined with small medieval houses and merchants’ shops, your Private Guide will explain how during the Middle Ages this crowded neighborhood became the center of trade for silk, spices, precious metals, exotic woods and other goods. Head to the largest square in Venice, Campo San Polo to feel the buzzing atmosphere, smells and sounds, and learn about the famous Rialto Market, which has been in operation for more than 600 years. You will pass San Giacomo di Rialto, the oldest church in Venice’s Old Town, and end the tour at the popular Rialto Bridge, which has been connecting San Paulo to San Marco for over 400 years. It is a must-see in Venice! Choose the 3-hour option to also explore San Marco district and visit St. Mark’s Bell Tower to enjoy the best views over the Old Town and Grand Canal. During this extended tour you will walk from the Rialto Bridge to Piazza San Marco, which is the principal square in Venice, featuring prominent landmarks such as the beautiful St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. These buildings play a major role in the city’s history. The highlight of this tour will be admiring the city’s panorama from the viewing terrace of the Campanile (St. Mark’s Bell Tower) with skip-the-line tickets. Choose the 5-hour option to also visit Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) with skip-the-line tickets that allow you to jump the queue to this top attraction. The Doge’s Palace is an iconic example of Venetian Gothic and a treasure box of local history. Learn about the city’s Golden Age as you explore the luxurious Doge’s apartments, institutional chambers, the Old Prison, and the New Prison. Highlights include works by famous artists such as Titan, Veronese, and Tintoretto, and taking photos at the Bridge of Sighs, which connects the palace to its prison and offers an amazing view of St. Mark’s Square and the lagoon.