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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Lords of the Night were Police and Judges of the Venetian Republic.
The prison staff will escort you to an authentic Prison Palace with cramped cells, a court, and gruesome torture chambers with real tortures and justice tools. Casanova was arrested by the Lords of the Night in the Prison's Palace!
The Palace is "inhabited" by life-size figures of the Lords of the Night, prisoners, judges, lawyers, and all characters working in the prisons who were taken and recreated from ancient manuscripts.
The Prisons Palace houses one of the earliest prisons in Europe, dating back to 1500.
See authentic graffiti left by the inmates and get to know the exciting Casanova’s jailbreak: listen to the tale of when he managed to escape from the maximum-security prison!
Only for small groups (maximum 15 people per visit)
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Audio commentary in French
Entrance skip the line Ticket to the Prison's Palace and its secret itinerary
Live commentary in English and Italian
Departure Point
Riva degli Schiavoni, 4209, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
Riva degli Schiavoni, 4209, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy Listen to the myths and legends that still live inside these cold cells and halls.
Along the route, you’ll enjoy the explanation of the powerful “Council of The Ten”, composed of the highest Venice Politicians that oversaw justice in all Venetian domains.
Since the birth of the Republic, Venice has been always careful in the administration of justice, which used to do proudly with its judicial system. composed by courts, lawyers, and magistrates. One of the main points was the operating police used to resolve fights and punish the perpetrators of crimes.
Nowadays the Palace, which overlooks the stunning Riva Degli Schiavoni, is home to an important Venetian cultural institution.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
RITA_Z
27 Oct 2024
Sadly, no representative from the tour showed. We asked each tour company if they were a part of this tour displaying the printed copy of confirmation.. Each said no. Verified we were in the correct spot and took photos. If there was a change of location or time, we were not informed. We have used VIATOR many times successfully and will continue to do so as their tours are great. I'm sure VIATOR will handle this in a professional manner and encouage visitors to experience this most interesting venue.
David R
27 Oct 2024
Our tour guide was Marco. Very pleasant gentleman and very knowledgeable. Hidden gem in Venice and highly recommended. Gives an insight into life and law for ordinary people but extremely gruesome at the same time. Should book this tour. You won't be disappointed.
Jos_R
21 Oct 2024
Nice place to visit in Venice, one of the most beautiful city in the world. Venice it's not only St. Mark Square or Rialto, but also many precious gems.
This tour in
Venice
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VENICE TOURS S.R.L.
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