Private Doge’s Palace Tour with Special Access to Secret Passages
Venice
2.5 hours
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Max 1-6Highlights
- Special access to the Doge’s Palace Secret Passages — Enter restricted areas of the palace with your own guide.
- See Casanova’s cell, torture chambers, and secret archives — Visit the lesser-known spaces where political secrets and dramatic escapes unfolded.
- Explore the grand rooms of the Doge’s Palace with privileged entrance — Step into the Doge’s apartments, council halls, and cross the Bridge of Sighs.
- A private tour designed around your interests — Enjoy flexibility, personalized storytelling, and more one-on-one time with your private guide.
Tour description
Unlock Hidden Areas Closed to Most Visitors
The Doge’s Palace is one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks, but few visitors ever see what’s hidden behind its locked doors. On this private secret passages tour, you’ll explore a side of the palace that’s usually off-limits, including torture chambers, secret archives, and the prison cell from which Casanova famously escaped. A palace guard will unlock restricted areas just for you, while your own expert guide will lead the way with in-depth stories and historical context.
A Premium Way to Experience Venetian History
With a private tour, you set the pace. Your guide can tailor the experience to your interests, whether you’re drawn to politics, architecture, or the history of the Venetian Republic. Without other guests, you’ll have more time for questions and deeper conversation with your guide.
Explore the Grand Rooms and Hidden Corners of the Palace
After the hidden passages, your tour continues through the palace’s grand public spaces. Explore the Doge’s apartments, the Hall of the Great Council, the Bridge of Sighs, and the New Prisons. This complete experience reveals both the glamour and the grit of Venice’s past, offering a more personal and premium way to understand the power, politics, and drama that played out inside these walls.
