The Doge's Palace in Venice, Italy

Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.

Located on the eastern end of St. Mark's Square right next to St. Mark's Church, the Doge's Palace is a beautiful Gothic building that used to be the home of the Venetian doges. Today, the building it open to visitors on most days.

Inside the palace, visitors can view the Great Council Hall, the Chamber of the Council of Ten, the torture chamber, prison cells and other rooms. The famous Bridge of Sighs connects the Doge's Palace with the state prisons.

You can find the current opening times and admission information in English at www.museiciviciveneziani.it. Ticksts cost 11 euro. Once you purchase your ticket to the Doge's Palace, you will also get access to the nearby Museo Correr.

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