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Small Group Doge's Palace Tour in Venice
Original ByAvventure Bellissime
Prices From: 75.00
Duration: 2 hours
Small group guided Doges Palace tours with expert Venice city tour guides are in-depth sightseeing walking tours of the Doges Palace in Venice
Tour Overview:
Explore Venetian History in our Small Group Guided Tour of Doge's Palace with Skip-the-Line Access. This small group guided Doge's Palace tour with skip the line tickets is one of our most popular tours in Venice. On this 2 hour-tour you’ll visit the doge's Palace, cross the Bridge of Sighs, visit the Prisons and learn about the unique Venetian political institution and the Council of Ten
Tour Full Description:
What’s included in our Doge’s Palace Tour in Venice, Italy
A full 2-hour Venice Walking Tour of the Doges Palace in Venice should be an absolute must for anyone visiting Venice in Italy. The Doges Palace is the most important building in Venice, and is the key to understanding Venice and its inimitable form and longevity. Within its walls the cities form of government was as unique as the city itself, and during this captivating guided tour of the Doges Palace you’ll learn all about the inner workings of the brain of Venice.
Your skip the line tickets will grant you immediate access to the Doges Palace.
Equipped with complimentary headphones, you'll be able to hear all the detailed commentary of your expert English-speaking Venice Tour Guide, as they recount a fascinating story of the longest ever-running independent Republic in the history of the World.
Learn about the Venetians unique form of government, the role of the Doge (the Duke of Venice), of the different councils and, among them, the notorious Council of Ten, who were created to maintain the security of the State.
And while housing all the institutions inside its chambers that made Venice one of the most enlightened cities in the world, the Venetians themselves also adorned the Doges Palace with fabulous works of art that will be discussed during your tour of the Doges Palace.
During our two-hour tours of the Doge's Palace, we will delve into its architecture, which profoundly influenced Venice. Its unique Byzantine-Gothic style reflects the city's position as a cultural crossroads between East and West.
Discover the Doge's palace secret itineraries: Bridge of Sighs, Prisons and Torture Chambers
The Bridge of Sighs, an iconic landmark in Venice, connects the Doge's Palace to its prisons. Its name evokes the sighs of prisoners as they glimpsed their final view of the city before imprisonment.
You will get to cross the infamous Bridge of Sighs and see the prisons of the Doges Palace. Not to mention the nefarious torture chambers and prisons reserved for enemies of the state.
Included:
- Licensed Expert English-Speaking Tour Guide
- Complimentary headsets (from 8 people) to follow every word of your expert guides commentary
- Skip the line tickets to the Doge's Palace
- Cross the Bridge of Sighs, visit the Prisons and enjoy all the fabulous works of art
Excluded:
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Meeting Point & Instructions:
Where will we meet for the Venice Doge's Palace Tour
Your Doge's Palace Tour departs from the entrance to the Royal Gardens on the water front of St. Marks Square. From St. Marks, facing the Basilica, turn right and walk towards the open water. Turn right at the two giant columns facing the water, and following the line of trees after a 100 metres you will come to the entrance of the Royal Gardens. We will be waiting holding a sign with Avventure Bellissime Doge's Palace Walk written on it
Important Information:
Doge's Palace Tour Accessibility
This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities. However, please contact us directly and we will be able to take you on alternative routes suitable for you.
Important Information
At times, Doges Palace close without notice. No refunds are available as these events are beyond our control. Tour operates with min. 8 participants. The tour will consist of max. 20 people or fewer per guide.
Contacts & Information:
MEETING POINT TIME: 11:05 am
MEETING POINT: Entrance to the Royal gardens, waterfront of St Mark’s square. Our assistant will be holding a sign with Avventure Bellissime Doge’s Palace tour written on it.
Directions from St Mark’s Square: Facing St Mark’s Basilica, turn right and walk towards the waterfront. Once you arrive at the waterfront turn right again, and following the line of trees. After a 100 metres you will arrive at the entrance of the Royal Gardens.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
1. OPENING HOURS: Avventure Bellissime office is open Mon to Sat from 8.30am to 5.30pm from April to mid- October; Mon to Fri from 9.00am to 5.00pm and Sat 9.00am to 3.30pm from mid-October to end of March. Office is closed on December 25 and 26, January 1 and 6, Easter Day and other major public holidays.
2. CONTACT DETAILS:
Call us at 0039 041970499 during business hours
Call us at 0039 3400502444 outside business hours (from 7am to 9am, and from 5.30 pm until 8 pm) only in case of emergency!
Send us an e-mail at reservation@tours-italy.com in case you need help with your tour
3. DELAYS:
If you are late for any reason, it is your responsibility to notify us at the above specified number or via an e- mail at reservation@tours-italy.com; Avventure Bellissime cannot guarantee that a rescheduled pick up time/day will be possible with no additional charge.
4. CANCELLATION POLICY, TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SMALL GROUPS AND PRIVATE TOURS as @
https://www.tours-italy.com/terms-and-conditions
5. Our tours are not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities. However, please contact us directly and we will be able to take you on alternative routes suitable for you
From: 75.00
Duration: 2 hours
Tour Conditions and Cancellation
GROUP SIZE:
- Minimum Participants: please note that the Small Group Doge's Palace Tours operates with a minimum of 5 participants to ensure an engaging and intimate experience for all guests.
- There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will get an alternative or full refund.
- At least 5 fully paying people are required for this activity to take place.
- Maximum group size is 8 people per van.
DELAYS:
In case of delay; Avventure Bellissime cannot guarantee that a rescheduled pick up time/day will be possible with no additional charge.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- 3 Days or more from tour date: full refund minus administrative costs as specified below (Price of administrative costs may vary depending on the total amount and number of tours booked . Please ask our sales team via email to sales@tours-italy.com)
- Less than 72 hours and no show: 100% price charge
- Cancellations must be communicated by email to reservation@tours-italy.com.
- For all the details see our Terms and Conditions (link https://www.tours-italy.com/terms-and-conditions)
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