Doge's Palace + Bridge of Sighs

The seat of the Venetian Republic for 700 years. Tintoretto's Paradise — the largest oil painting in the world — covers an entire wall of the Great Council Chamber. The Bridge of Sighs connects the palace to the old prison; Casanova was held in the cells beneath. Buy the Secret Itineraries tour (€32) if you can — it takes you through the prison, the torture chamber, and Casanova's actual cell. Otherwise the standard €30 ticket is plenty. Book the first slot at 9 a.m.

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