Описание
Walk through the legendary halls of the palace and learn about the Venetian Republic, the Doges, and the people who made history. Explore the works of great artists, hear interesting facts about Casanova, and understand why the Venetian floors 'walk on stilts'.
What to expect
Discovering the Palace of the Doges - easy and informative!
I will tell you who the Doges were and why they were deprived of power, who were called 'people's Doges' and 'grey cardinals'. Additionally, you will see the 'golden staircase' and learn about the hidden message it contains. You will uncover where secret denunciations were deposited and who reviewed them, where the Venetian archives were created and stored, and who had access to information marked 'top secret'.
Palace of the Doges and Casanova
You will find the hiding place of Casanova, who escaped from prison. You will also hear how he was eventually captured, which book influenced the decision to arrest the great adventurer, what 'black PR' is, and what peculiarities the Venetian justice system had. Finally, you will walk across the famous Bridge of Sighs and learn the legends associated with it.
Organizational details
Entrance tickets to the palace are not included in the price - 25 euros per person. You can pre-book them online. If this is not possible, I will help you purchase them on-site without queuing.