Doge Palace & St Mark Basilica, Skip the line - Refundable Ticket

Discover Venice’s two most iconic landmarks with priority access to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Begin with an immersive VR introduction that brings centuries of Venetian history to life before exploring the Basilica’s golden mosaics, the grand halls of the Doge’s Palace, and the famous Bridge of Sighs at your own pace. Upgrade your experience with a traditional gondola ride through Venice’s canals, accompanied by an additional VR presentation revealing the hidden stories of the city on the water. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting to see Venice’s top attractions with maximum flexibility and convenience.

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   Piazza San Marco

   15 min

   Meeting Point: Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy Discover the timeless beauty of St. Mark's Square, the magnificent heart of Venice and one of the world's most celebrated public squares. Surrounded by extraordinary landmarks such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the elegant arcades of the Procuratie, the square has been the city's political, religious, and cultural center for centuries. Admire its stunning architecture, soak up its unique atmosphere, and capture unforgettable views of one of Italy's most iconic destinations.

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   Palazzo Ducale

   1 hour

   The Palazzo Ducale has been for centuries the seat of the Venetian political power. In its splendid rooms, plastered and immersed in hundreds of painting masterpieces, the Duke and his Council controlled the fate for thousand-years in the old Republic. You’ll live it together with a guide who will show you the halls of power, plunging you into a very special historical context: the European Middle Ages. You’ll be surprised by the details of the gold staircase and of the realism of the scenes depicted by many artists who have decorated this building.

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   Ponte dei Sospiri

   15 min

   Cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs, one of Venice's most iconic landmarks. Built in the early 17th century, this enclosed white limestone bridge connected the interrogation rooms of the Doge's Palace to the New Prisons. According to tradition, it earned its name from the final sighs of prisoners catching their last glimpse of Venice through its small stone windows before entering their cells. Today, it remains one of the city's most photographed and fascinating historical monuments.

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   Palazzo Delle Prigioni Nuove

   30 min

   Step inside the historic Prisons of the Doge's Palace, where some of the Venetian Republic's most notorious prisoners were once held. Walk through the famous Bridge of Sighs, which connected the palace to the prison cells, and experience the route taken by those awaiting their sentences. Explore the austere stone cells, uncover stories of justice and punishment, and learn about the prison's most legendary inmate, Giacomo Casanova, who famously escaped from the palace in 1756.

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   St. Mark's Basilica

   30 min

   St. Mark’s Basilica is Venice’s golden masterpiece, where Byzantine mosaics and marble floors tell centuries of power, faith, and trade. Step inside to discover one of Italy’s most dazzling sacred spaces, at the heart of Piazza San Marco.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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