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St Marks Square Casanova Prison Walking Tour in Venice
St. Mark's Square Casanova Prison Walking Tour highlights
Visit the Lords of the Night Prison and explore the historic Venetian jails where the most famous lovers in history Casanova were arrested and see the cells and torture rooms of one of Europe’s oldest prisons.
Stroll through the secret route between 16th-century prisons, newly opened to the public, and learn about the history long concealed within Piazza San Marco.
Enter the dark cells where prisoners lived, see their graffiti, and learn about the harsh realities of prison life in Venice.
Explore Venice’s dark history at the Lords of the Night Prison, where life-sized figures of judges and prisoners vividly bring the past to life.
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- If cancellation are made 0 days to 1 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.
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St. Mark's Square Casanova Prison Walking Tour overview
About Lords of the Night Prison Palace Cells & Tortures, Venice:
The Lords of the Night Prison Palace Cells & Tortures is a historical site in Venice showcasing the city’s gloomy penal history. It features the prison cells and torture chambers used during the 1500s, including the infamous cells where the world-famous lover and prisoner Giacomo Casanova was held. The site provides insight into the harsh conditions of medieval imprisonment and the dramatic story of Casanova’s escape, portraying the dark side of Venice's judicial past.
About the Activity:
- Visit the Lords of the Night Prison, where chilling cells and medieval torture devices reveal the city's sinister history of justice.
- Unlock hidden history as you wander the secret paths and see ancient prison cells in Piazza San Marco, finally open to the public after centuries of closure.
- Walk through the dark cells where prisoners lived, and learn about the gloomy realities of prison life in 16th century Venice.
- Learn about Casanova’s daring escape and feel the captivating story of jailbreak as you explore the very cells where he was held.
- See history come alive in the courtroom where Venice’s powerful Council of Ten once ruled, and feel the weight of their judgments in the ancient prison halls.
- Uncover myths and stories that echo the prison walls, and look at the graffiti left by prisoners centuries ago.
- Stroll through the prison’s palace, now a cultural hub overlooking the monumental waterfront Riva Degli Schiavoni, where history and art intertwine in unforgettable ways.
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