The Scuola Grande di San Rocco is one of Venice’s most extraordinary artistic treasures, renowned for its breathtaking cycle of paintings by Tintoretto. Founded in the 16th century as a confraternity dedicated to San Rocco, the patron saint of plague victims, the building quickly became a place of devotion, charity, and civic pride. Today, visitors … Continue reading Scuola Grande di San Rocco
The Museo Fortuny is one of Venice’s most atmospheric and distinctive museums, set within a 15th-century Gothic palazzo that was once the home and studio of the Spanish artist and designer Mariano Fortuny. Stepping inside feels like entering a world suspended in time, where art, fashion, photography, and stage design blend seamlessly under Fortuny’s visionary … Continue reading Museo Fortuny
Ca’ Rezzonico is one of Venice’s grandest palaces, now transformed into a museum dedicated to the art and culture of the Venetian 18th century. Overlooking the Grand Canal, the palace itself is a masterpiece of baroque and rococo architecture, designed by Baldassare Longhena and later completed by Giorgio Massari. As you step inside, you are … Continue reading Ca’ Rezzonico
The Doge’s Palace, or Palazzo Ducale, is one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks and a must-see for anyone interested in the city’s history, art, and architecture. Once the residence of the Doge—the elected leader of the Venetian Republic—it also served as the heart of government, housing the city’s law courts, council chambers, and prisons. From … Continue reading Doge’s Palace
The Museo Correr, located in the grand Napoleonic Wing of Piazza San Marco, offers a journey through Venice’s history, art, and culture. Founded from the collection of Teodoro Correr, a passionate Venetian nobleman, the museum houses an impressive array of paintings, sculptures, manuscripts, and artifacts that trace the city’s evolution from its earliest days to … Continue reading Museo Correr
The Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca’ d’Oro is one of Venice’s most enchanting museums, set within a 15th-century palace that is itself a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture. Known as the “Golden House” for its once gilded and polychrome façade, the Ca’ d’Oro overlooks the Grand Canal and offers visitors both art and atmosphere in … Continue reading Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca’ d’Oro
The Museo del Vetro on the island of Murano is a must-see destination for anyone intrigued by art, history, or craftsmanship. Housed in the elegant Palazzo Giustinian, the museum traces the story of glassmaking from its ancient Roman roots to Murano’s rise as the world’s glassmaking capital. Visitors can admire delicate archaeological finds, masterpieces from … Continue reading Museo del Vetro (Murano)
The Fondazione Querini Stampalia in Venice is a hidden gem that combines history, art, and architecture in a uniquely Venetian setting. Housed in a 16th-century palazzo once owned by the noble Querini Stampalia family, the foundation preserves the atmosphere of an aristocratic home while offering visitors a rich cultural experience. Its museum showcases the family’s … Continue reading Fondazione Querini Stampalia
The Punta della Dogana – Pinault Collection is a striking contemporary art museum set in Venice’s historic former customs house, a triangular building that juts into the water where the Grand Canal meets the Giudecca Canal. Renovated by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, the space blends sleek, minimalist design with the building’s centuries-old brickwork and beams, … Continue reading Punta della Dogana – Pinault Collection
The Gallerie dell’Accademia is Venice’s premier art museum, offering a journey through the city’s rich artistic heritage from the 14th to the 18th centuries. Housed in a former monastery complex along the Grand Canal, its spacious, light-filled galleries display masterpieces by Venetian greats such as Bellini, Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese, and Canaletto. The collection captures the … Continue reading Gallerie dell’Accademia
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