Venice for families: A fun treasure hunt tour at the Doge's Palace for kids
San Marco, Venice, Venice
I'm suggesting a fun game for kids at the Doge's Palace, the city's most important building. Together, we'll look for clues to solve a medieval crime or save a princess.
Interactive children’s tour at the Doge’s Palace in Venice
This family-friendly tour invites children to solve a historical mystery at the Doge’s Palace, exploring frescoes and paintings by Tintoretto and Veronese.
Highlights
- Engaging and interactive Q&A format
- Located in a historically evocative setting
- Designed specifically for children
- Includes a detective diploma for participants
Description
Years ago, a crime occurred at the Doge’s court. Children search for clues within the palace’s frescoes and artwork to identify the culprit. For younger kids, the story is adapted to a princess rescue mission.
While children engage with questions, the guide shares Venetian history and details about the institutional halls of La Serenissima. The tour crosses the Bridge of Sighs and enters the prisons.
The guide, an architecture graduate passionate about this palace’s history, begins the tour outside the palace and concludes inside at the souvenir shop.
Includes
- Experienced guided tour
- Game materials including activity card and detective diploma
- Skip-the-line admission
Excludes
- Adult entry ticket: EUR 35 per person
- Child entry ticket: EUR 15 per person
- Admission ticket also grants independent access to Sale di Sisi, Museo Archeologico, Biblioteca Marciana, and Museo Correr
Important Information
- Admission ticket is not included and must be purchased separately
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start time.
Book in advance to secure your preferred date. Bring comfortable shoes as the tour involves walking, including crossing the Bridge of Sighs.
