Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace)

What's On

Permanent Collections

Secret Itineraries and The Doge's Hidden Treasures

Guided, booking-only tours of hidden offices, the Piombi and torture chamber, or the Doge's private rooms and chapel with a Titian fresco.

Permanent collection€40

Armoury

Over 2,000 arms and armours, documented since the 14th century, including a suit of armour attributed to Henri IV of France.

Permanent collection€35

Prisons and the Bridge of Sighs

Cross the Bridge of Sighs into the 16th-century New Prisons, one of Europe's first purpose-built state prisons.

Permanent collection€35

Picture Gallery

Venetian masters from Giovanni Bellini and Carpaccio to Titian and Tiepolo, plus Flemish works, across the Quarantia Criminale, Sala dei Cuoi and Magistrato alle Leggi rooms.

Permanent collection€35

Institutional Chambers

The rooms where the Republic governed and judged, from the Senate and Council of Ten to the vast Great Council hall with Tintoretto's Paradise.

Permanent collection€35

Museo dell'Opera

Original 14th-15th-century capitals and sculptures from the palace's façades, restored and displayed on their columns.

Permanent collection€35

Nearby

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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venezia

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Fondazione Bevilacqua La Masa

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Museo Correr

Local History3 min walk

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Fondazione Querini Stampalia

Architecture3 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace) cost?

Standard adult admission to Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace) is €35. St Mark's Square Museums ticket (Doge's Palace, Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum, Marciana Library): EUR 35, EUR 30 if booked online 30+ days ahead; reduced EUR 15. Free for under-6s, Venetian residents, disabled visitors with companion, ICOM members. Secret Itinerary / Doge's Hidden Treasures tours EUR 40 (reduced 20).. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace)?

Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace) is open Open daily. 1 April-31 October 09:00-19:00 (last admission 18:00); 1 November-31 March 09:00-18:00 (last admission 17:00). Extended summer hours until 26 September 2026: Fridays and Saturdays until 23:00 (last admission 22:00).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace)?

Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace) is located at Piazza San Marco 1, 30124 Venice, Italy (entrance: Porta del Frumento, Piazzetta San Marco), in the San Marco area of Venice. The nearest stations are San Zaccaria (vaporetto), Vallaresso (vaporetto) and Giardinetti (vaporetto).

What can I see at Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace)?

Gothic seat of the Venetian Republic: Tintoretto and Veronese halls, the Bridge of Sighs and the prisons beyond. Current highlights include Secret Itineraries and The Doge's Hidden Treasures, Armoury and Prisons and the Bridge of Sighs.

Do I need to book Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace) in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace)?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.