Doge’s Palace Tickets

The Museo dell’Opera, consists of the works of the two facades and original columns in six different rooms of the museum. These carved capitals and sculptures at Doge's Palace tell a stony tale of history, legend, sacredness, profanity, astrology, and astronomy. All these capitals represent allegorical figures, historical characters, animals, plants, and faces of different races. Some of the capitals of the Museo dell’Opera even present themes of the products of the earth and astrological correspondences.

The north side of the courtyard is an intersection between the Doge’s Palace and the St. Mark’s Basilica. You will discover two well-heads in the centre of the courtyard dating back to the mid-16th century. The Courtyard consists of the Giants’ Staircase that was used for formal entrances, which represents the power by sea and by land. Loggias are the itinerary walks that take you from the Renaissance wing to the Gold Staircase, where you will find numerous offices of the State Government.

The Doge’s Apartments were always situated in the wing of the Ducal Chapel. The entire apartments were destroyed by fire and were then reconstructed in the Renaissance style. These apartments showcase different rooms, wooden engraved ceilings, and monumental marble chimneys. The rooms in these apartments were used for the private line of the Doge until the 17th century. But today, it is used for temporary exhibitions of Doge’s Palace artworks in the palace.

The Institutional Chambers at the Doge’s Palace commences in the Square Atrium. These chambers consisted of the political and judicial administrative organs that were the main cause of Europe’s jealousy for centuries. Visiting Doge’s Palace, you will cross the fundamental organs of the government, namely the Senate, the Collegio, and the Great Council.

The Bridge of Sighs in the Doge’s Palace are the corridors that were constructed to link the Doge's Palace prisons to the palace. These corridors were named after the sighs of the prisoners that passed from the courtroom to the cells where they would be served their sentence. During the 16th century, new Prisons were built that housed the chambers of the magistrates and prisons known as the Notte al Criminal. These new prisons were constructed with more light and air-filled cells with the intention to enhance the conditions of the prisoners. However, the prisons failed to fulfill the aim. Thus, each cell was bordered with overlaying larch planks.

The rooms of the Armoury in Doge’s Palace are filled with precious historical collections of ornaments, weapons, and Doge Palace’s artworks from different sources. After the fall of the Venetian Republic, the arms collections were dispersed halfway, consisting of several valuable pieces, but 2000 exhibits still remained in the rooms of the Armoury.

The remaining exhibits included renowned instances of armor suits of the 15th and 16th centuries, with crossboards, halberds, swords, and quivers. You will find monogram CX for “Council of Ten” inscribed in these exhibits. The other collections of the armory include ships’ lanterns, weapons, standards, torture implements, chastity belts, firearms, and tiny but lethal weapons.

With foundations dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries, the Doge’s Palace evolved over time, reflecting the grandeur and power of the Venetian Republic. As the home of the Doge, the highest Venetian authority, it has been witness to political events and the rise and fall of empires. The presence of the legendary Bridge of Sighs adds to its historical allure. To delve deeper into the history of time, ensure you buy tickets for Doge’s Palace, Venice.

Doge’s Palace introduces you to a huge collection of artworks, each showcasing Venice's culture. Highlights include the majestic "Paradise" fresco by Tintoretto, adorning the Great Council Chamber's ceiling, and the "Four Tetrarchs" sculpture, a symbol of the Roman Empire's unity. Every artwork, from ornate sculptures to the iconic "Golden Staircase", depicts the lavishness of Venetian heritage.

Explore the treasure house of Renaissance paintings that capture Venice's opulence. Masterpieces like Veronese's ceiling paintings in the Council of Ten room, titled "The Apotheosis of Venice" and "The Triumph of Venice over the Turks", reflect the city's dominant era. Furthermore, Tintoretto’s depiction of Paradise remains a testament to artistic brilliance. Each painting not only captivates with its beauty but also narrates tales of Venice's glorious past. For an unparalleled visual feast, book your tickets to the Doge’s Palace, Venice.