Doge’s Palace, Venice: Discover Art and History with a Self-Guided Audio Tour
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3 Ratings
Venezia
Immerse yourself in the art and history of Venice's Doge's Palace with a self-guided audio tour. Discover the secrets of this iconic symbol of Venice and explore the rise and fall of the Republic of Venice.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Doge’s Palace - Courtyard & Loggias: Upon accessing the Doge’s palace from Porta del Frumento, you will encounter the enormous interior courtyard. Surrounded by the imposing wings and loggias, you will gain valuable insights into the long and eventful history of the building before you continue your audio tour to experience the impressive Scala dei Giganti, the enormous stairway which once hosted the solemn ritual of the Doge’s coronation.
What's Included
  • Self-guided audio tour for smartphones (Android & iOS) available in English, Italian, or German
  • Activation link for easy access to your audio tour
  • Offline content including an interactive map to eliminate roaming charges
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee to the Doge’s Palace
  • Live Guide
  • Smartphone or headphones
  • App not compatible with Windows phones
Additional Information

Step into the chaotic past of the Venetian Republic through a tour of the Doge’s Palace, unraveling its mysteries with an engaging audio guide on your mobile device. The Doge’s Palace embodies Venice and houses a wealth of art. Its mural-clad walls and roofs, showcasing the work of prominent Venetian school artists, are a tribute to Venice, the spectacular jewel of the Adriatic that evolved from a refuge for lagoon inhabitants into a powerful seafaring Empire, dominant from the East to the West. Journey back to the golden era of ‘La Serenissima’ and explore the Doge’s Palace. Experience a smooth visit to one of the most captivating sights in Venice with an intriguing self-led audio tour on your phone, and trace the enthralling saga of the rise and fall of this tranquil Republic at your own leisure.

  • Admission/ticket fee for the site is not included
  • Please consider that admission fees for the Doge’s Palace are not included.
  • This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone. No live guide will accompany you. No VR / AR is included
  • Book per device to be used, not per participant.
  • After booking, you will receive an email through Viator, from our local supplier, Clio Muse Tours with further instructions about your tour. Please check your email spam folder as well
  • Please note that booking requests received between 10.00 pm - 7.59 am will be served next moring from 8.00 am
  • Keep in mind that internet access might be unavailable & mobile signal may be weak in the archaeological site. So please download the mobile app and your audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit in order to enjoy it offline
  • The audio tour can be used anytime, online or offline. It is necessary to bring along your own headphones in order to enjoy the audio-tour
  • An Android or iOS smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation
  • Please ensure you have enough storage space (100-150 MB).
  • Also, prior to your visit, make sure that your smartphone is fully charged & that you bring on a pair of earphones/headphones
  • Bags and rucksacks may be checked at the museum entrances. Please leave any bulky items in the cloakroom.
  • The regular visit is fully accessible, although The Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armoury are not.
  • Non refundable once activated.
  • The course of the visit may be modified and special restrictions may be imposed. The visitors must always adhere to the guidelines of the site.
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Location
P.za San Marco, 1
Piazza San Marco
There is no meeting point. The tour is designed to start at the entrance of the Doge’s Palace ( Piazza San Marco, 1, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy). The easiest way to get there is on foot from Piazza San Marco.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Steve_s
Jun 7, 2022
Audio tour easy to follow - Good directions on downloading and how to use. I felt it was a little too detailed on paintings. I skipped a lot, but it was nice that I could skip. The sections on moving to the next room were clear and explained much better than the actual facility signage.
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P7155mqolgab
May 18, 2023
Old World Operations Mar Palace Tour - Palace was spectacular and our time was greatly enhanced with an audio tour we found online once it became apparent that the museum operations were inept & antiquated. No audio is offered, the staff bungled opening (almost 30 minutes late) and no one bothered to check tickets (why buy one?). Once inside there was another long line to check umbrellas. No maps or directions to help guide the mass of visitors. It's obvious operations and management have undergone little to zero update since the 1300's when the Placace was first built. Pity, but proof Itlay is old-world.
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Barbara_b
May 3, 2024
No - Audio tour was Difficult to navigate and rooms were not in same order as walking through. Do not recommend
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