Doge’s Palace
A beautiful Gothic structure facing the Venetian lagoon, the Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) stands adjacent to St. Mark’s Basilica. Unlike the riot of domes, arches, and sculptures of its neighbor, the Doge’s Palace exhibits an airy design and soft colors. As you step inside, you are greeted by the myriad paintings by great artists, such as Bellini, Carpaccio, Veronese, and Titian. Sansovino's golden stairway of Scala d'Oro will take your breath away and be prepared to be mesmerized by the Sala del Maggior Consiglio and its monumental oil painting by Tintoretto.