Venice: Doge's Palace Official Entry Visit
Overview
The Bridge of Sighs, or Ponte dei Sospiri, is one of Venice’s most famous and evocative landmarks.
Built in 1600, this enclosed limestone bridge connects the interrogation rooms of the Doge’s Palace to the historic prisons across the Rio di Palazzo.
Its name comes from the legend that prisoners would sigh as they caught their last glimpse of Venice through the small stone-barred windows before being led to their cells.
Designed by architect Antonio Contin, the bridge is a masterpiece of Baroque elegance, featuring finely carved stonework and a graceful arch that contrasts its somber history.
Visible only from the outside unless accessed through a visit to the Doge’s Palace, the bridge is not just an architectural marvel but also a symbol of Venice’s once-mighty justice system.
A stroll across the Bridge of Sighs offers a moving connection to the city’s past—a blend of beauty, mystery, and melancholy that leaves a lasting impression on every visitors.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- 24h Digital Assistance Service
- Bridge of Sighs Official Entry Visit
- Doge's Palace Official Entry Visit
- 24h Customers Care Service
- Hosted Meeting Point
- Transportation Service
- Live Guide Service
Meeting Location
Doge's Palace
Piazza San Marco, 1, Venice 30124 Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Doge's Palace
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Bridge of Sighs
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Activity code: C-480131P52
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