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Explore Piombi: Historic Venetian Prison Tours

Step into the shadows of history with an immersive tour of the Piombi in Venice. Discover the hauntingly beautiful legacy of the legendary New Prisons and gaze through the iconic Bridge of Sighs. Our expert-led museum tours offer a deep dive into Venetian history, providing unparalleled access to these historic cultural landmarks. Whether you are seeking a profound historical walking tour or a unique cultural experience, our curated activities ensure you skip the lines and connect deeply with the dark, fascinating past of Venice. Book your unforgettable journey today and experience the true soul of the Venetian lagoon.

4.3/5 visitor ratingTours from $40.983 unique experiencesSkip-the-line available

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$43–$55 typical

Median price is $46, with a full range of $41–$63

Rating

Rating

4.3★ average

Based on 1,044 pooled reviews

Tour Length

Tour Length

Around 1 hour

Typical duration for most options

Tour Type

Tour Type

Museum Tours

67% of available options focus on culture and history

Key Inclusions

Key Inclusions

Skip-the-line access

Includes New Prisons and Bridge of Sighs access

Special Options

Special Options

Private & Eco-friendly

33% of tours offer private or eco-friendly formats

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St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets

Skip the lineEco-Friendly
4.4 (2,479 reviews)
Headout
$84
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St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Tickets
Summary

Explore St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, and top museums with skip-the-line access in one flexible visit. Getting started Head directly to the priority entrances of St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace and use your skip-the-line tickets to bypass the main queues. Scan your voucher or ticket ...

Inclusions
  • - Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace
  • - Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • - Access the Correr Museum, the National Archaeological Museum, and the Biblioteca Marciana
  • - Entry to St. Mark's bell tower (as per option selected)
  • - Access to the Bridge of Sighs and the new prisons (as per option selected)
  • - Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace (as per option selected)
Exclusions
  • - Access to the Pala d’Oro, St. Mark’s Museum, Terrace, and Loggia Cavalli located inside the basilica
  • - Access to Secret Itineraries tour, or the Pozzi and Piombi prisons inside the Doge's Palace
  • - Transportation
  • - Meals
Doge's Palace: Secret Itinerary Guided Tour + Skip The Line

Doge's Palace: Secret Itinerary Guided Tour + Skip The Line

1 hr
4.5 (620 reviews)
Tiqets
$45
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Doge's Palace: Secret Itinerary Guided Tour + Skip The Line
Summary

Explore the Doge's Palace's hidden passages full of civil and political history. From the courtyard to the "Pozzi" cells, witness the stark contrasts within the palace's walls, where prisoners once endured harsh conditions. Discover grand rooms like the Ducal Notary’s office and the Hall of th...

Inclusions
  • Guided tour of the secret itinerary of Doge's Palace
  • Skip the line ticket to Doge's Palace
  • Free time to visit the Doge’s Palace after the guided tour
  • Access to Bridge of Sighs
  • Access to the Armory
  • Access to the prisons
Exclusions
  • Pick up/drop off
  • Optional gratuities
Venice: Casanova's Escape – Escape Room

Venice: Casanova's Escape – Escape Room

1 hr
4.65 (9 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$56
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Venice: Casanova's Escape – Escape Room
Summary

Escape from the Piombi in the heart of Venice! Within the authentic walls of Palazzo Soranzo, follow in the footsteps of Casanova in a race against time. You have 60 minutes: will you manage to escape or will you remain a prisoner?

Venice Carnival and Casanova Small-Group Walking Tour

Venice Carnival and Casanova Small-Group Walking Tour

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0
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$116
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Venice Carnival and Casanova Small-Group Walking Tour
Summary

Explore Venice's carnival secrets on a 2-hour guided walking tour led by an English-speaking Casanova in costume. Getting started Join your small group of up to 20 participants at La Fenice at 14:00 for check-in. Here, you meet your expert English-speaking guide, already in costume and playing Giaco...

Inclusions
  • - 2-hour guided walking tour
  • - Expert English-speaking guide
  • - Guide in costume playing Giacomo Casanova
  • - Live tour commentary in English
  • - Stories of Venetian Carnival and Casanova
  • - One hot cappuccino and one Venetian frittella per person
Exclusions
  • - Costume rental
  • - Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • - Gratuities
Venice Casanova Escape Room

Venice Casanova Escape Room

0
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$39
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Venice Casanova Escape Room
Summary

Step into a real Venetian palace for a full immersive escape room game inspired by Casanova and 18th-century Venice. Getting started Begin by checking in for your Escape Room Game at the designated venue inside a real Venetian palace. After a brief game introduction, the staff provides game introduc...

Inclusions
  • - Full immersive escape room experience
  • - Game introduction and assistance
  • - Membership with Teatro Che Pazzia Association
  • - Access to themed rooms inspired by Casanova and 18th-century Venice
  • - Puzzles, clues, scenic effects, and final escape challenge
Casanova Official Museum: Skip The Line + Guided Tour in Italian + VR Experience

Casanova Official Museum: Skip The Line + Guided Tour in Italian + VR Experience

1.5 hrs
0
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$32
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Casanova Official Museum: Skip The Line + Guided Tour in Italian + VR Experience
Summary

Begin your tour at the Palazzo Zaguri, situated near St. Mark’s Square. The tour lasts 90 minutes, offering photo opportunities and insights into the life and legacy of Giacomo Casanova under the guidance of a costumed guide. Cover 36 rooms across four floors in a sequence showcasing Casanova ...

Inclusions
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Live guide
  • Guided tour
  • Audio guide
  • VR experience
Good to know
  • wheelchair accessible

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Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Piombi.

St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco)
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St. Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco)

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St. Mark's Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio)
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St. Mark's Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio)

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St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco)
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St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco)

150 m away • from $3.51

Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale)
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Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale)

150 m away • from $3.51

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