Private Tour of the Doge's Palace in Venice

Discover the history and legends connected to the Doge's Palace while walking through the pompous rooms where noblemen would decide about the fate of Venice.

We will discover the early origins and legends connected to the Doge's Palace that still fascinate so many visitors. Awe at the breathtaking paintings created by famous artists like Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese, ... decorating the governmental halls and hear some of the fascinating stories that they tell. As you explore the grand halls, you’ll hear the dramatic story of Marin Falier, the only doge ever sentenced to death, whose failed conspiracy still echoes through the palace walls. Awe at the impressive armory, where you will discover two of the most shrewd and diabolic objects used to get rid of enemies. Discover the functions of the dreaded Council of Ten that represented a nightmare and menace for civilians before heading to the Major Council Room to awe at the largest painting on canvas in the world created by Jacopo Tintoretto. Before finishing our tour through the Doge's Palace we will cross over the famous Bridge of Sighs and descend into the prisons building, where you’ll discover the gripping story of a criminal who once sat behind these cold, silent bars, offering a haunting glimpse into the darker side of Venetian justice.