Venice: Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Entry + Audioguide App

Venice, Italy

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

1 day (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Famed for its frescoed ceilings and Renaissance splendor, the Doge’s Palace shouldn’t be missed when visiting Venice. But its blockbuster status means big crowds. Bypass the usual wait times to enter with this special skip-the-line admission ticket. Even better, access includes an easy-to-use audioguide that you can play on your smartphone as well as skip-the-line entry to the Correr Museum.

Get skip-the-line access to two top Venice attractions
Access interactive maps, curated tours, and more on the app
Explore at your own pace, without a guide rushing you along
Audioguides available in multiple languages for easy comprehension

What's Included

Special audioguide for Doge's Palace
Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Correr Museum Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

Phone device
Headphones
Live Guided Tour

Meeting and Pickup

Departure Point

Palazzo Ducale, Piazza San Marco, 1, 30124 Venice Italy

Ticket Redemption Point

St. Mark's Square, Piazza San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

What To Expect

Palazzo Ducale

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Ponte dei Sospiri

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Museo Correr

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

National Archeological Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Tickets are nominative. Name/s provided during the booking must match the valid photo ID presented by each participant. Entry may be denied otherwise.

Visitors aged 11+ (Basilica-only) or 6+ (Doge’s Palace) must buy a standard adult ticket.
Please note that St. Mark's Basilica enforces a strict dress code. Visitors must always cover their knees and shoulders.
The Basilica is an active place of worship. Access may be restricted or modified without notice due to religious events, high tide or crowd control.
Audioguides are provided via the Crown Tours App. Due to limited local connectivity, we strongly recommend downloading the app beforehand (requires 500 MB). Bring a charged smartphone & personal headphones.
From January 1, 2026, the entry fee for Basilica-only access is €12. Optional access: Museum or Pala d’Oro €24; Museum and Pala d’Oro €36; Campanile €18; Doge’s Palace €35; Extended Museum Pass €40. Remaining value covers operational costs, including audioguide provision and hosting services, or certified guides with whisper devices.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

3.7

based on 14 reviews

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Suggest a guided tour...

Joseph_B, Nov 2025

Suggest a guided tour first time to the Palace but the second time on your own with the audio is the way to do it. We found the audio from the Palace was better.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Dear Joseph, Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience at the Doge’s Palace. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the visit and found the Palace’s audio guide helpful. We appreciate your insight, and we’re pleased you were able to make the most of your time exploring this historic site. Kind regards, Sky Crown Tours

Easy entry, Saves time

Layne_L, Oct 2025

I was very glad I booked this group when I saw how long the standard lines were. I would definitely book this group again. It was definitely a time saver.

Wasn’t really worth the money.

Kent_K, Jul 2025

Firstly, the guides met us in the wrong spot which caused much confusion. I found them in the shade at the Doge Palace instead of where they should have been. Thank god for the purple shirts! Overall the guided audio tour was woefully inadequate. If you purchased the audio tour at the locations you get dozens of guided portions but the Crown guided tour had about 11-12. So much history not covered. I was using my phone to research parts right and left. Plus, getting to the front of the line was the best and only part I would recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Dear Kent, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad our staff in the purple shirts were able to assist you, that was our team, and we’re pleased they helped guide you despite the initial confusion. We’re sorry to hear that the audio guide content felt limited. Our version is designed for a shorter visit, but we understand that many guests are looking for a more in-depth historical experience. Your comments are valuable and will be taken into account as we work to improve our offerings. Thank you again for sharing your experience. Best regards, Sky Public Relations Manager Crown Tours

Picked up tickets...

Matthew_S, Jun 2025

Picked up tickets smoothly, host was at the location as stated. Wonderful walk through Doge’s Palace without waiting in line. Well worth visiting.

A great way to tour the Doge’s Palace and Basilica Saint Marco!

Katherine_H, May 2025

You can stay for a long time, or a short time with the self-guided tour with audio guide - whatever your preference is. It was nice to skip-the-line, and easy to find the Crowne Tour guides to retrieve our tickets and instructions for the audio guide.

Beautiful palace

Carlos_C, May 2025

Little disorganized at first to get our tickets and there was no true skip-the-line. But, once inside the liberty to walk at our own pace was very nice. The palace was beautiful and the audio was easy to use and informative.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear that the ticketing process felt a bit disorganized — your feedback is truly valuable and helps us improve. That said, we’re really glad you enjoyed the freedom to explore at your own pace and found the audio guide both easy and informative. The palace is such a special place, and we’re happy it left a beautiful impression. We hope to welcome you again with an even smoother experience next time! Best wishes, Fernando Crown Tours

Not what I was hoping for.

Marjorie_F, Nov 2024

I was disappointed that you are only allowed into about half of the palace. You can not see the actual living quarters, ballroom, etc. The parts that you can see are beautiful with great paintings and very ornate moldings. The prison was interesting. It is hard to imaging people being kept in a place like that.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Dear Marjorie_F, Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations. As per the product description, the tour covers selected areas of Doge's Palace, which may not include the living quarters or ballroom. We’re glad you appreciated the beautiful artwork and the historical significance of the prison. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into account for future improvements. Best regards, Sky Crown Tours

Very poor experience with this company

David_D, Oct 2024

Crown Tours operates this tour and their representatives did not show up at the designated meeting spot and time for our tour. Our group of 5 was left standing in the wind and rain for 45 minutes while I searched the area, then called & texted for help multiple times. Finally, someone answered the local support number and helped us find their Doge's Palace reps by talking us through with live directions over the phone. Turns out, the reps were staying dry under a roof, far away from the location specified as our meeting point by an earlier text. Also, they were not identifiable as Crown Tour reps with any branded clothing or flags. Impossible to locate in the crowd! Very poor communication and customer support. Eventually we got our tix & took the tour, soaking wet. Not recommended to prepay for this!