The Doge’s Palace, Venice: Audio Tour on your Phone (without ticket)


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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: Venice, Venice

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

Overview

Delve into the tumultuous history of the Republic of Venice with a visit to the Doge’s Palace and discover its secrets with an immersive audio tour on your phone. The Doge’s Palace is a symbol of Venice and a treasure chest of art. Its walls and ceilings, covered with the paintings of the greatest Masters of the Venetian school, are an exaltation of Venice, the mirage of the Adriatic that developed from a safe haven for lagoon dwellers to a maritime Empire that tamed the seas from East to West. Turn back the clock to the most sublime days of La Serenissima and discover the Doge’s Palace. Enjoy a hassle-free visit to one of the most dynamic attractions of Venice with a fascinating self-guided audio tour on your smartphone and follow, at your own pace, the riveting journey of the rise and fall of the most serene Republic!

* Ticket/entrance fee to the site is not included


What's Included

Offline content with an offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges

Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (Android & iOS) in English, Italian or German

Αctivation link to access your audio tour

What's Not Included

App not compatible with Windows phones

Entrance fee to the Doge’s Palace

Live Guide

Smartphone or headphones


Traveler Information

  • ADULT: Age: 18 - 60

Additional Info

  • 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.
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • 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
  • Please consider that admission fees for the Doge’s Palace are not included.
  • Please note that booking requests received between 10.00 pm - 7.59 am will be served next moring from 8.00 am
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • 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
  • The regular visit is fully accessible, although The Secret Itineraries, Prisons and Armoury are not.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • 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
  • Book per device to be used, not per participant.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Non refundable once activated.
  • Please ensure you have enough storage space (100-150 MB).
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone. No live guide will accompany you. No VR / AR is included

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

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.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Porta Della Carta
Your tour ends in front of the Porta Della Carta, the once monumental entrance-way to the building from the Piazzetta. Before leaving the Doge’s palace, you’ll admire the intricate decorations of the imposing gate and listen to the story of the Republic’s last Doge and the fall of the once invincible maritime Empire.

7 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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