Doge's Palace

Palazzo Ducale — the seat of the Doge (Venice's elected leader) and the Republic's government from the 14th century until Napoleon arrived in 1797.

Visit notes (July 10)

• Tickets ~€30 — buy ahead, lines are long
• The Secret Itineraries Tour is the move — small group, behind-the- scenes route through prison cells, torture chambers, and Casanova's escape route. Book weeks ahead.
• Bridge of Sighs: named because prisoners reportedly sighed at their last view of Venice before crossing into the prison
• Highlights: Sala del Maggior Consiglio (huge council chamber with Tintoretto's Paradise — one of the largest oil paintings ever)
• Allow 2–3 hours

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After our visit:

rating: 4
summary: "Two-line verdict goes here."

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