FamxplorDoges' Palace
What to expect
The Doge's Palace is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and one of the main landmarks of Venice. It was originally built in 810, rebuilt in 1340, and extended and modified in the following centuries. The palace included government offices, a jail, and the residence of the Doge of Venice. It became a museum in 1923 and features various rooms, including the Institutional Chambers, the Prisons, and the Armoury. Visitors can explore the palace and discover its history, art, and culture. The palace also offers audio guides and has a new Picture Gallery. It's a great place to visit and learn about the history and politics of the Venetian Republic
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Activities: We visited the Doge's Palace, which contains the Doges’ private apartment, public government rooms and the dungeons. We cruised through the last quarter of the palace because the dungeons are not very interesting
Highlights: The kids found the scary looking mailboxes in the Doge’s Palace intriguing, where Venetian citizens could drop letters denouncing one another. They are in the public corridors. The famous Bridge of Sighs is much more photogenic from the outside ✨