Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) Tours and Tickets

Q: Is there a dress code for the Doge’s Palace?

Yes, the Doge's Palace has a dress code. Visitors wearing revealing clothing or beachwear—including sandals and flip-flops—are not permitted inside. Visitors must cover their shoulders and knees and leave their faces free of covering except to protect their health. Large bags and bulky objects must remain in the free cloakrooms.

Q: Can you bring bags into the Doge’s Palace?

Visitors are allowed to bring small bags into the Doge's Palace. However, remember that guests with bulkier bags, unwieldy rucksacks, umbrellas, and other items that the staff considers too large to bring inside the exhibition areas must leave these items in the cloakrooms, which are free.

Q: Can you take photos in the Doge’s Palace?

Yes, you can take photos inside the Doge's Palace in Venice for personal and private use. Using a flash with video or photography is not permitted; neither is using tripods or selfie sticks (rejoice!). Photography, filming, and documentation for any commercial purposes require authorization from the museum in advance.

Q: How long does it take to tour the Doge’s Palace?

The Doge's Palace is a complex of chambers, courtrooms, armories, exhibition spaces, courtyards, and more. You need at least 1–2 hours for a quick visit and twice as long to take your time and see the top floor and the Doge's Apartments, which are ticketed separately and used as art exhibition spaces.

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