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Inside the Doge’s Palace: Venice’s Seat of Power
804 reviews
1.5 hours | skip the line tours | Venice
Step inside the Doge’s Palace and uncover the power, politics, and artistry that shaped Venice. With your local host leading the way, you’ll explore iconic sites like the Giants’ Staircase, Golden Staircase, and the awe-inspiring Chamber of the Great Council—all brought to life with rich stories and hidden details. Skip the lines, skip the crowds, and experience this legendary palace through a local’s eyes.
Doge's Palace and St. Mark's square Family friendly tour, Fun and treasure hunt
151 reviews
2 hours | city highlight tours | Venice
You and your family get to travel back through time and history, discovering symbols and secrets and solving many mysteries during an exciting treasure hunt in the majestic Doge's Palace! No need to wait in line as your host can pre-buy a skip the line ticket for you and your little ones!
Venetian Majesty: Private Tour of St. Mark’s Basilica including Terrace and Doge’s Palace
713 reviews
3 hours | skip the line tours | Venice
Experience the splendor of Venice like never before on a private tour that unveils the history and artistry of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. With a local art historian as your guide, skip the lines and delve into the heart of Venetian power and faith.
"My family of 6 had a great private tour and a wonderful time with Nicoletta. She was a very knowledgeable and very professional. She was exceptionally helpful with us to find our condola ride and quick lunch cafe to eat. We enjoyed ourselves every minute of our tour.
I highly recommend her to all my family and friends to have a tour with Nicolleta. I also recommend to anyone for small group.
Thanks again to Nicoletta for and the assistances. "
Seong-HeeAbout local NicolettaVenice, October 6, 2025
5.0
Tour with Rocco!
"Hello, we booked a private tour with Rocco to visit the cathedral and the palace. We had a wonderful 3 hours with him! He is so knowledgeable and kept us engaged and interested the entire time. It is like taking a tour from a art and history phd....he is full of stories and history and very passionate about Venice. Thank you so much Rocco we learned so much from you and we had a wonderful time together! "
"We had a great morning tour of St Marks and the Doge’s Palace with Mina. He is very knowledgeable and does not rush you through the sites. He is very personable and way to chat with and has no problem answering our questions and entertained with interesting and amusing anecdotes. I highly recommend seeing the sites with Mina. "
Tom and BarbaraAbout local MinaVenice, September 15, 2025
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Step beyond the velvet ropes and into the heart of Venetian history. The magnificent Doge's Palace awaits, filled with tales of power, art, and intrigue. A private Doge's Palace tour is the key to unlocking it all.
History of the Doge's Palace
For over 1,000 years, the Doge's Palace was the heart of the Venetian Republic. It wasn't just a home, but the center of government, justice, and power, shaping the history of Venice and the world.
Casanova's Escape from Doge's Palace
Imagine walking the same halls as Giacomo Casanova, the famous adventurer and lover. He was imprisoned in the Doge's Palace but managed a daring and legendary escape from its rooftop prison in 1756.
Art & Culture in the Doge's Palace
Inside the Doge's Palace, gaze upon Tintoretto's 'Il Paradiso,' one of the largest canvas paintings ever created. This masterpiece symbolizes the rich artistic culture that flourished under Venetian rule.
The Famous Bridge of Sighs
Crossing the iconic Bridge of Sighs connected the Doge's Palace to the New Prison. It's said that prisoners would sigh as they caught their last glimpse of beautiful Venice through its windows.
A Venetian Spritz Near the Palace
After exploring the grandeur of the Doge's Palace, do as the Venetians do! Relax at a nearby bacaro (a local bar) with a cicchetto (small snack) and a refreshing glass of spritz, the city's classic drink.
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Rocco the great
"Super tour. A lot of passion and knowledge "
AnneMarieAbout local roccoVenice, October 18, 2025
5.0
Great 2nd tour with Elisabetta
"My wife and I had a walking tour with Elisabetta some years ago, so when she had the good fortune to visit Venice with three of her girlfriends, she was delighted to book a personal guided tour of St Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace with her. It was such a treat and Elisabetta kindly offered to split the tour into two halves, with a lunch break in the middle. My wife and I are looking forward to our next Venetian vacation, and we plan to book another guided tour that will show us some of the places that we don’t yet know.
Many thx, Elisabetta!"
AnnemarieAbout local ElisabettaVenice, October 6, 2025
5.0
The Doges' Perspective
"Rocco's tour of St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace in Venice was very informative and enjoyable. His explanations of the artwork, architecture, and room functions of both the church and the palace were highly contextualized from the perspective of the Doges of Venice, which helped us to imagine life during the times of the Doges. We appreciated how he navigated our small group through the palace amongst larger tour groups—we always felt like we were getting a personal tour and not lost in a crowd. "
"If you want to see Venice through the eyes of someone who truly understands its soul, book a tour with Rocco. His expertise, warmth, and enthusiasm make this iconic city even more magical. His insights into the political intrigue and the city’s legal system added a whole new dimension to the experience. Rocco’s expert storytelling made the glittering mosaics and intricate altars even more impressive. He shared fascinating details about the religious motifs and the basilica’s unique architectural blend of Gothic and Byzantine styles, ensuring we appreciated every detail. Five stars without hesitation! Definitely a trip highlight for us!"
"Roko made our tour of Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace in Venice absolutely unforgettable. His knowledge of the history and details was incredible—every corner had a story, and he shared it with such passion. He was super friendly, making everyone feel at ease, and answered every question we threw at him (well, except for ones about James Bond movies that were filmed in Venice, lol). Highly recommend Roko for an engaging, insightful experience! Thank you Roko"
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