Prices for the Doge's Palace in Venice

Would you like to visit the Doge's Palace in Venice but don't know how much money you need to buy tickets? Read on!

Isabel Catalán

Isabel Catalán

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Prices for the Doge's Palace in Venice

Doge's Palace Venice, Italy | ©Frans Van Heerden

Located in St. Mark's Square in Venice, the Doge's Palace is one of the most emblematic buildings of the city and, therefore, one of the essential visits to do in Venice during your stay. But, of course, you will need to know what are all the prices and options you have when buying your tickets to the Doge's Palace so you can plan your budget. Here you have the different ticket prices to the Doge's Palace of Venice, don't miss it!

What budget do I need for tickets to the Doge's Palace?

Doge's Palace| ©Didier Descouens
Doge's Palace| ©Didier Descouens

From 35 ¤ you can get in Hellotickets a skip the line ticket to the Doge's Palace to enter one of the most emblematic and beautiful buildings of the "Queen of the Adriatic", the former residence of the powerful Doges of Venice who ruled the destiny of the republic for almost a millennium.

If your idea is to explore the Doge's Palace at your own pace, designing your own route through the interior of the building using the informative guide that sometimes comes with this type of activity, this is the most suitable option for you.

What do these types of tickets usually include?

  • Entrance to the Doge's Palace
  • Guaranteed queue-free service
  • Access to the Correr Museum, the Archaeological Museum, the Bridge of Sighs, the Armoury and the Marciana Library.

Why buy this ticket?

It is a good option if you prefer to go on your own when it comes to cultural visits. Moreover, some tickets to the Doge's Palace also include access to other very interesting places in Venice such as the Correr Museum, the Archaeological Museum, the Marciana Library or the Bridge of Sighs.

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How much do guided tours of the Doge's Palace cost?

Guided tour inside the Doge's Palace| ©Gary Bembridge
Guided tour inside the Doge's Palace| ©Gary Bembridge

To visit the Doge's Palace there are other possibilities such as the guided tours of the Doge's Palace. You can get a guided tour in Hellotickets from 71 € with a local guide, who will take you back in time to know how Venice was in its splendour.

You will discover the origins of Venice, of the Doge's Palace and how it became the centre of political and administrative power of the republic. You will also be able to admire the rich exterior decoration of the Doge's Palace, which combines Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance elements, as well as the interior, which houses pieces by Titian, Veronese and Tintoretto. In just a couple of hours!

What do these types of tickets usually include?

  • Ticket - Doge's Palace
  • Save queues by buying your tickets online.
  • Professional guide
  • Includes visit to the Bridge of Sighs

Why buy this ticket?

The Doge's Palace is one of the most important buildings in Venice and entering it is one of the things to do in St. Mark's Square. If it's your first time in the city and you don't know much about it beyond the fact that it's the "City of Canals" par excellence, my advice is to opt for a guided tour. You will learn all about the works of art inside the Doge's Palace and other curiosities.

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Are there tickets that combine a visit to the Doge's Palace with other monuments?

Aerial view of Venice centred on St Mark's Basilica| ©Canmandawe
Aerial view of Venice centred on St Mark's Basilica| ©Canmandawe

That's right! The best way to save a good penny on your budget during your cultural visits in Venice is, for example, to buy a combined package including tickets to the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica(from 103 € on Hellotickets) that allows you to explore with an official guide two of the most popular tourist attractions in St Mark's Square and to take a short walking tour of the city centre.

What do these tickets usually include?

  • Ticket - Doge's Palace
  • Ticket - St. Mark's Basilica
  • Professional guide
  • With the possibility of a private visit

Why buy this ticket?

The Doge's Palace is one of the most important buildings in Venice and St. Mark's Square. If this is your first time in the city and you don't know much about it, my advice is to opt for a guided tour.

Although they cost a little more than the free tours, with a guided tour of the Doge's Palace you will get more context about the history and curiosities. And, of course, price is also an important factor when opting to buy a combined ticket, as separate tickets are more expensive.

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Doge's Palace price comparison

To give you a general idea of all the different types of tickets available for the Doge's Palace, here is a comparison table to help you choose the type of ticket that best suits your needs:

  • Venice Doge's Palace Tickets
  • From ₹2,755
  • At your own pace
  • No queuing service
  • Correr Museum, Archaeological Museum, Bridge of Sighs, Armoury and Library
  • Without guide
  • Book now
  • Venice Doge's Palace Guided Tour
  • From ₹6,365
  • 1 hour
  • Save queues by buying your tickets online
  • Included: visit to the Bridge of Sighs
  • With guide
  • Book now
  • Venice Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Guided Tour
  • From ₹9,309
  • 2 hours 15 min
  • Entrance fees to both monuments included
  • Possibility of private visit (extra price)
  • With guide
  • Book now

Can I visit the Doge's Palace with a tourist card? How much does it cost?

Venezia Unica City Pass| ©QueverenItalia
Venezia Unica City Pass| ©QueverenItalia

That's right! From 25 € you can get the Venezia Unica City Pass, a dynamic tourist card that you can tailor-make to suit your own interests.

The Doge's Palace is one of the places you can visit using the Venezia Unica City Pass but not the only one - there are plenty of other monuments, churches, museums on the list! For example, the Correr Museum, Cà Pesaro, Cà Rezzonico or the Museo del Vetro. Also the Venice Casino, the Jewish Museum, the Naval Historical Museum or churches like Santo Stefano, Santa Maria del Giglio or the Church of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (one of the most impressive in Venice), among many others.

If you are planning a long trip of 4 days in Venice or a week in Venice and you want to make the most of your stay visiting many tourist attractions and making many plans around the city, don't hesitate, getting the Venezia Unica City Pass is a good choice.

It has many advantages as it will save you time (it gives you queue-free access to attractions) and money (up to 28% on your budget). It even comes with numerous discounts you can take advantage of on your trip and the possibility to use Venice's public transport.

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How much do tickets cost at the ticket office?

Money in Euros| ©cottonbro
Money in Euros| ©cottonbro

The prices at the ticket offices of the Doge's Palace in Venice are as follows:

  • Adults: From 25 €
  • Adults over 65 years old: From 13 €.
  • Children from 6 to 14 years old: From 13 €.
  • Children from 0 to 5 years old: Free.

Is it worth buying them at the monument's ticket offices?

As the Doge's Palace is one of the main tourist attractions in Venice, I think that waiting until you arrive in the city to buy tickets is not the best option.

The Doge's Palace attracts a lot of visitors as it is one of Venice's landmarks and there are long queues at the ticket office to buy tickets, especially during the peak tourist season in Venice. When it's your turn at the ticket window, there's no guarantee that you'll be able to get them for the day or the day you're due to visit.

My advice is to get your tickets to the Doge's Palace online in advance. This way you can book well in advance and have the opportunity to choose the time and date of the visit that suits you best.

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Are there reduced rates to visit the Doge's Palace and how can I save money?

Corner of the palace with the Winged Lion Column of Venice| ©Eoghan OLionnain
Corner of the palace with the Winged Lion Column of Venice| ©Eoghan OLionnain

Yes, visitors who meet certain age requirements can benefit from reduced rates to visit the Doge's Palace in Venice. This is the case for children between the ages of 6 and 14, students between the ages of 15 and 25, and adults over the age of 65.

For this, people who wish to access the Doge's Palace at a reduced rate will have to show a valid document at the ticket office.

In this way, they will only have to pay around €13 for the reduced rate instead of paying around €25 at the ticket office for the general adult ticket.

If you are travelling to Venice as a family, the reduced rates to the Doge's Palace are a great way to save on your budget as you can spend the money on other activities in the city.

Is there free admission to the Doge's Palace in Venice?

Inside the Doge's Palace| ©Sergey Galyonkin
Inside the Doge's Palace| ©Sergey Galyonkin

Yes, it is possible under certain circumstances. For example, children between 0 and 5 years old can enter the Doge's Palace for free. But they are not the only ones.

Some specific groups can also enjoy free admission to the Doge's Palace. The following are some of them:

  • Disabled persons accompanied by an assistant.
  • Italian-licensed tour guides accompanying tourists.
  • Groups of at least 15 people are entitled to 1 free admission (by reservation only).
  • Teachers accompanying school groups (up to two teachers per group).
  • Venetian citizens and residents.
  • ICOM members.

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How much does it cost to get to the Doge's Palace in Venice?

The Vaporetti along the Grand Canal| ©SBA73
The Vaporetti along the Grand Canal| ©SBA73

The cheapest and most enjoyable way to get to the Doge's Palace is to take a pleasant stroll through the streets of Venice - it won't cost you a euro!

Just remember to leave your hotel in plenty of time to get to the Doge's Palace in St. Mark's Square on time for the start of your visit, because you're bound to get a bit entertained at some point by all the palaces, bridges and amazing churches you'll see along the way.

If you prefer to get to the Doge's Palace in Venice by public transport, some options you can take are: The traghettis that cross the Grand Canal:

  • The traghettis that cross the Grand Canal: These are gondolas used by Venetian workers to get around, so they don't run every day. The price of the ticket is from 0,50 €.
  • The vaporettis: These are Venice's urban water buses. A ticket to cross the Grand Canal on line 1 costs from €5 but with the Venezia Unica City Pass you can take the vaporetto to the Doge's Palace.

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Frequently asked questions

  • How much do tickets to the Doge's Palace cost?

    Tickets to the Doge's Palace cost around €35 with guaranteed queue-free service. They also include access to the Correr Museum, the Archaeological Museum, the Bridge of Sighs, the Armoury and the Marciana Library.

  • How much does a guided tour of the Doge's Palace cost?

    The Doge's Palace in Venice is one of the must-see sights of the city and is therefore well worth a guided tour to learn all about its history and curiosities. They usually cost around €71, of course, a professional guide and a visit to the famous Bridge of Sighs is also included.

  • Is there a combined ticket that includes the Doge's Palace and other monuments?

    Yes, you have the combined ticket for the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica. These cost €103 and include a professional guide, but you can also take a private tour.