Venice: Doge's Palace Early Morning Private Tour
Focus
What makes this tour Special
What to Expect
PRIVATE TOUR
Enjoy your tour with your own private tour expert at your party's disposal only
DURATION
2 hours
START TIME
07:45
NOT AVAILABLE
Thursday
ENTRANCE TICKETS
Entrance tickets are included! Enjoy your tour!
WHEELCHAIRS
Wheelchairs may need to take a slightly alternative path.
- Official Private Tour Guide
- Before Opening Access to the Doge's Palace (a few other visitors may be inside the museum)
- Meet & Greet your guide at your acccommodation (within San Polo or San Marco area)
- Transfers from/to Hotel
- Completely Exclusive Access (available upon request)
Sites you’ll visit
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Doge's Palace
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Located in Saint Mark's Square, right next to the famous Basilica is the Dukes Palace. First inhabited in 1340 by the most powerful of the the Venetian Republic (A republic that staggeringly ran from 697AD to 1797AD) only became a visitable museum in 1923. A highlight of the building is the "Bridge of Sighs" a walkway between buildings that led to the Prison of the Venetian Republic and notable of Casanova.
Tour description
Step into the Doge’s Palace in the serene early morning light, before the daily crowds arrive, and experience one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks in near silence. With a private guide, explore the grandeur of the former seat of Venetian power, walking through its gilded halls, majestic council chambers, and secret passageways in an atmosphere few visitors ever get to enjoy.
Begin your tour by ascending the Golden Staircase, a symbol of Venetian wealth and prestige, before stepping into the breathtaking Sala del Maggior Consiglio, home to Tintoretto’s monumental “Paradise”, the largest oil painting in the world. With fewer visitors around, take your time to admire the palace’s intricate details, stunning frescoes, and imposing sculptures.
Continue to the Bridge of Sighs, where prisoners took their final steps before entering the darkened cells of the palace prison. Walking through this passage in the quiet of the morning, with only your guide to illuminate its stories, makes for an even more moving and immersive experience.
This early morning access offers a rare opportunity to explore the Doge’s Palace in a calm and intimate setting, allowing you to fully appreciate its beauty, history, and grandeur without the usual daytime crowds. Whether you’re drawn to art, history, or simply want to experience Venice’s most famous palace in a privileged way, this private tour promises a truly unforgettable start to your day in the Floating City.
Useful information
- Meet & Greet your tour guide at your accommodation is included only for those who are staying within San Marco or San Polo areas
- Doge's Palace before opening access it's not an exclusive access (available upon request)
- Dress code required: knees and shoulders must be covered in order to access holy sites
- Big bags, trolleys and luggages are not allowed inside Doge's Palace
- Food and drinks are not allowed inside Doge's Palace
Full Refund Cancellation Policy
The policies are included and non-optional.
- Dolce Vita policy is applied on all Standard Bookings placed more than 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms up to 72 hours from the date of the event for any reason. To apply for a refund including where your tour is cancelled or changed by Eyes of Rome®, please contact our customer service team at info@eyesofrome.com.
- Peace of Mind policy is applied on Selected Bookings and on all Bookings placed within 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms so if you are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of your control you may be entitled to a refund - please see our full set of Refundable Terms and Conditions here. To apply for a refund, please find the instructions on how to apply in the booking confirmation email you received after payment.
