Enter the Doge Palace, the ancient residence of the “Dogi” where, the incomparable history of the Serenissima Republic has been written for centuries. You’ll experience the city's ancient splendour as related by the artistry of Tintoretto and Veronese. Walk through the luxurious splendour of the dukes' corridors of power: from the Chamber of the Maggior Consiglio to the porticoed terrace where dreamy views extend from St. Mark’s basin to the horizon out at sea. From the gilded walls of the Palace you’ll pass through the Bridge of Sighs until you find yourselves in the cramped conditions of the dungeon.
Then, move on to the open-air architectural masterpiece that is the St. Mark’s Square. Here, your guide will tell the story behind the timeless charm of the buildings in the square, the “Procuratie”, the Napoleonic Wing, the Marciana Library and the Clock Tower. The tour also gives access to the city's religious heart, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Evangelist. You’ll see at first hand how the Venetians’ devotion has created an astonishing laboratory of art and architecture, powered for centuries by the genius of major Italian and European artists.
Conclude the tour in splendour as you enjoy a coffee on St.Mark’s square, seated as 18th century patricians in the stylish salons where the exotic beverage was the impetus for literary discussions and love affairs.
