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Skip-the-Line Doge's Palace Tour with Gondola Ride
Cross the Bridge of Sighs & follow in Casanova's footsteps (but not all the way to a rooftop escape)
What's included
Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line tickets to Doge's Palace
Bridge of Sighs
Hall of the Great Council
Entrance to Correr Museum
New prisons
Hotel Pickup/ Drop Off
Gratuities
Itinerary
Meet your guide
Your tour begins at the meeting point in St. Mark's Square. You will explore the city's most famous public space and learn about its rich historical and political importance.
The Doge's Palace
Follow your guide directly into the opulent Doge's Palace using your skip-the-line tickets to bypass the long lines. You will explore the political heart of an empire and see the wealth and power of the Venetian Doges.
The Bridge of Sighs & Prisons
You will cross the unmissable Bridge of Sighs and continue to the Old and New Prisons.Here, you will discover the history behind the bridge's name and hear the extraordinary tale of Casanova's life in Venice.
Gondola Ride
The tour concludes with a classic Venetian gondola ride. Your guide will lead you to the nearby pier for a 30-minute journey through Venice’s picturesque canals and past hidden corners.
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Doge's Palace and Gondola Full Tour Description
Your 2.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line tickets and guided tour of Doge’s Palace
Guided visit to St. Mark's Square
A walk over the Bridge of Sighs
A shared gondola ride along the Grand Canal
Admission to the Correr Museum (to be explored on your own)
Max group size of 15
St. Mark’s Square: The Heart of Venice
Begin your journey in the most famous public space in Venice, St. Mark’s Square. As your local expert guide leads you through the square, you will learn about its historical, social, and political importance. Take in the grand architecture of the Clock Tower and the Marble Lions, all part of St. Mark’s rich history.
The Opulent Doge’s Palace
Next, follow your guide directly into the Doge’s Palace using your skip-the-line tickets to bypass those waiting in general admission. At a relaxed pace, you will explore the political heart of an empire and see the supreme authority and wealth of the Venetian Doges. Admire the Gothic architecture of this palazzo and enjoy stunning views across the Lagoon.
The Prisons and the Bridge of Sighs
After touring the palace, you will continue to New Prisons. Understand the significance of the unmissable Bridge of Sighs as you cross it. You will also listen to the extraordinary tale of Casanova and his life in Venice.
Your Gondola Grand Finale
Your tour concludes with a classic Venetian gondola ride. Your guide will lead you to the nearby pier where you will board a traditional gondola for a 30-minute journey. Glide past hidden corners and magnificent palaces on this relaxing ride, a must-do experience to end your day in Venice.
Your admission ticket also grants entry to the Correr Museum on St. Mark’s Square. Napoleon originally commissioned the building as a residence, and later it served as the Venetian home of the King of Italy. After the tour, explore the Correr Museum at your own pace with your pre-reserved ticket. This ticket can also be used at the National Archeological Museum and Biblioteca Marciana.
Please note: The gondola ride is shared with other participants from your tour, just like it’s always been in Venetian tradition. Each gondola accommodates up to 5 guests. If your group is larger, you’ll be placed on separate gondolas.
Sites visited during this tour are subject to occasional closures due to holy observances, high tides, and flooding. If a site closes, your guide will tour the exterior of the site. If time permits, you will be contacted before your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.