الثلاثاء، 14 أغسطس 2012

Tips for Visiting the Doge's Palace in Venice

One of the top places to see in Venice is the Doge's Palace, or Palazzo Ducale, on Saint Mark's Square. For centuries the Doge's Palace was the home of Venice's ruler, or Doge, and the government headquarters of the Venice Republic.


Because of its popularity, the Doge's Palace can be very crowded during the day so the best time to visit is usually at opening time, 8:30 (or 9:00 in winter), before it's filled with tour groups. Early morning is also a nice time to see Saint Mark's Square without the huge crowds.


The Saint Mark's Museum Pass includes admission to the Doge's Palace, the Correr Museum , the Archeology Museum, and Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana. To save time, you can buy the museum pass before your trip through Select Italy.


For those age 65 or older: A reduced ticket price is available for seniors, so be sure to ask at the ticket window.


For a more in-depth look at the palace, book the Secret Itineraries Tour. It includes secret passageways, prisons, and the famous Bridge of Sighs.


Doge's Palace: What to See | History | Information


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