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Jul 07, 2025 - Jul 08, 2025
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Chiesa dei Gesuati o Santa Maria del Rosario
Mo-Sa 10:30-16:30
Church
Fondamenta Zattere ai Gesuati 918
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Chiesa dei Gesuati o Santa Maria del Rosario in Venice features notable frescoes by Tiepolo and Tintoretto, highlighting its rich artistic and historical significance.

Duration: Approximately 1-2 hours.

Free. Donations are appreciated, and some special events may require a ticket.

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Palazzo Cavalli-Franchetti
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Museum
San Marco 2847 Campo Santo Stefano
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Palazzo Franchetti in Venice, Italy, is a 16th-century neo-classical palace notable for its unique architecture and art exhibitions featuring spectacular Murano chandeliers.

Duration: About 2 hours.

Entry is free; special exhibitions may incur a fee.

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Casino of Venice
10:00 AM–4:00 AM
Casino
Cannaregio
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Venice Casino is a historic gambling venue located in a canalside palace in Venice, Italy, offering a unique gaming experience amidst stunning architecture.

Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours.

Paid. Prices vary by event and game.

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Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Palace
Corte Contarina
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Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo is a 15th-century palace in Venice, Italy, famous for its unique spiral staircase, the Scala Contarini del Bovolo.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

Paid. Tickets are required for entry to the staircase and surrounding areas.

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Chiesa di San Giorgio dei Greci
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Church
Campo dei Greci 3412
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San Giorgio dei Greci is a Greek Orthodox church in Venice, established in the 16th century by Greek refugees, featuring Orthodox architecture and a remarkable interior.

Duration: Approximately 1 to 2 hours.

Free. Donations appreciated for maintenance and special events.

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Grassi Palace
10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Museum
Campo San Samuele San Marco 3231 Hotel Saturnia
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Palazzo Grassi in Venice, Italy, showcases contemporary art within a classical 17th-century palace. It presents works from the Pinault Collection.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours.

Ticket prices vary for special exhibitions; general admission is typically €15.

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San Rocco, Venice
10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Museum
Salizada San Rocco San Polo 3052
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Scuola Grande di San Rocco in Venice features a high-Renaissance marble facade, medical museum, and over 8,000 antique medical books for €5 entry.

Duration: 1-2 hours.

€5 for entry to the museum.

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Gallerie dell'Accademia
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Museum
Campo della Carita Dorsoduro 1050
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Gallerie dell' Accademia in Venice houses masterpieces of Venetian art, featuring key works from artists like Bellini, Titian, and Canaletto.

Duration: At least 1.5 hours.

€13 for adults, €2 for children (under 18), free on the first Sunday of each month.

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Basilica of St Mary of Health
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Monument
Campo della Salute (Dorsoduro 1)
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Chiesa della Salute in Lido di Venezia is a baroque church designed by Baldassare Longhena. It's renowned for its octagonal shape and housing works by Titian.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

Free. The sacristy requires a paid ticket for entry.

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Church of the Santissimo Redentore
9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
Church
Campo Santissimo Redentore 1 Giudecca
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Il Redentore is a Palladian church in Venice built in 1592 to commemorate the city's deliverance from the Black Death, showcasing elegant white marble architecture.

Duration: 1–2 hours.

Free for general entry.

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Peggy Guggenheim Collection
We-Mo 10:00-18:00
Museum
Just East Accademia Along Gran Canal
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The Peggy Guggenheim Collection features modern and contemporary art housed in an 18th-century palace in Venice, showcasing works by 200 artists including Picasso and Pollock.

Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours.

€15 for adults; discounted rates for students and seniors.

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Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
Mo-Su 07:00-18:00
Church
Isola San Giorgio Maggiore
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Church of San Giorgio Maggiore, a 16th-century Benedictine church in Venice, designed by Andrea Palladio. Features art, stunning architecture, and panoramic lagoon views.

Duration: Around 1.5 hours.

Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.

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Church of San Pantalon
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Church
Campo San Pantalon Dorsoduro 3703 Campo san Pantalon
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Church of San Pantalon in Venice features remarkable Baroque architecture and an impressive ceiling painting by Giambattista Tiepolo. A must-visit for art lovers.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

Free. Donations are appreciated for maintenance.

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Chiesa di San Zulian
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Church
Campo S. Zulian 605
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Chiesa di San Zulian, founded in 829, showcases remarkable art, including works by Palma il Giovane and Veronese, located in Venice's vibrant heart.

Duration: 1 hour.

Free. Donations appreciated for maintenance.

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Rialto Bridge
Open 24 hours
Monument
Ponte di Rialto (San Polo)
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Rialto Bridge is a 16th-century stone footbridge over the Grand Canal in Venice, featuring shops and restaurants, fundamental in connecting San Marco and San Polo districts.

Duration: 1 hour.

Free. No charge to cross the bridge; shops and restaurants may have their own pricing.

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Olivetti Exhibition centre in Venice
10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Museum
Piazza San Marco San Marco 101
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Negozio Olivetti in Venice, designed by Carlo Scarpa in 1958, features innovative architecture showcasing typewriters and computing machines with unique interiors.

Duration: About 1 hour.

Free. Some special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.

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Scala Contarini del Bovolo
Tu-Su 10:00-13:30, 14:00-18:00
Museum
4303 Calle Contarini del Bovolo
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Scala Contarini del Bovolo features Venice’s tallest spiral staircase, an architectural marvel blending Gothic, Venetian-Byzantine, and Renaissance styles. Climb for a panoramic city view.

Duration: 1 to 2 hours.

Paid. Admission includes access to the Tintoretto Room gallery.

Teatro Fondamenta Nuove
10:00 AM–11:00 PM
Theater
Cannaregio 5013 (Fondamenta Nuove)
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Teatro Fondamenta Nuove is a historic venue in Venice, Italy, known for its performances and events in a striking setting overlooking the water.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours.

Free for many performances; some special events may require tickets.

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San Polo
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Church
30125 Venice Veneto
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San Polo, a Venetian church founded in the 9th century, hosts significant artworks including Tintoretto’s Last Supper and Tiepolo’s masterpieces, enriching visitors' cultural experience.

Duration: About 1 hour.

Free.

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Teatro Goldoni
2:00 PM–11:00 PM
Theater
Calle del Teatro 4650b
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Teatro Goldoni, an opera house in Venice, Italy, established in 1622, showcases a range of performances from Goldoni's comedies to Shakespearean dramas.

Duration: 2 hours.

Paid. General admission tickets typically start at €15.

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Santa Maria Formosa
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Church
Campo Santa Maria Formosa 5267
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Santa Maria Formosa is a 16th-century Catholic church in Venice, Italy, known for its baroque architecture and historical significance dating back to the 7th century.

Duration: 1 hour.

Free. Access to the church is complimentary; special events may require a fee.

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Museo Correr
10:00-19:00; Nov-Mar 10:00-17:00
Museum
Piazza San Marco San Marco 52
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Musée Correr in Venice, located at Piazza San Marco, features Venetian artworks, antiquities, and an extensive collection from the city's history.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours.

Paid. Entry cost is €12 for adults; discounts available for youths and seniors.

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St Mary of the Friars Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Mo-Sa 09:00-18:00; Su 13:00-18:00
Church
3072 Calle del Scaleter
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Frarikirche, a Gothic church in Venice, Italy, completed in the 1330s, features works by Titian and the tomb of the renowned artist.

Duration: Approximately 1 to 2 hours.

Free. Donations are welcomed.

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Doge's Palace
Apr 01-Oct 31 08:30-19:00; Nov 01-Mar 31 08:30-17:30
Museum
Piazza San Marco
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Palais des Doges in Venice is a Gothic masterpiece, featuring council chambers, royal apartments, and a complex of prisons, offering rich historical and cultural experiences.

Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Standard ticket: €25. Reduced: €13 for children and select groups. Special exhibitions may have separate fees.

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Teatro la Fenice
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Theater
Campo San Fantin 1965
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Teatro Fenice in Venice, Italy, is a historic opera house that has hosted renowned operas since 1792 and is a masterpiece of architectural restoration.

Duration: 1-2 hours for tours; longer for performances.

Adult: €11; Reduced: €7 for audio guide. Performances vary in price, starting at €25 for seats with restricted view.

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Bridge of Sighs
Open 24 hours
Monument
Piazza San Marco
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Pont des Soupirs is a historic bridge in Venice, Italy, linking the Doge's Palace to its prisons, known for the sighs of condemned prisoners.

Duration: 30 minutes.

Free to view. No entry fee required.

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Basilica di San Marco
Oct 29-Apr 15,Apr 16-Oct 27 Mo-Sa 09:30-17:00; Oct 29-Apr 15 Su 14:00-16:30; Apr 16-Oct 27 Su 14:00-17:00
Church
Calle Canonica (San Marco 328)
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La Basilique Saint Marc in Venice, Italy, features intricate mosaics, a gilded interior, and historical significance linked to St. Mark, dating back to 832 AD.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

Free. Skip the Line tickets available for €3 during peak season; children under 5 enter free.

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Torcello Cathedral
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Church
Fondamenta dei Borgognoni
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Santa Maria Assunta, a 7th-century minor basilica in Venice, Italy, is renowned for its exquisite mosaics and historical significance.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

Free. Special tours or events may require a paid ticket.

Chiesa della Salute
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Church
Della Drama
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Chiesa della Salute, an important Baroque church in Venice, was built in the 17th century to commemorate the end of the plague. Its unique architecture attracts many visitors.

Duration: 1–2 hours.

Free. Donations are appreciated for maintenance.

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Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli
Mo-Sa 10:30-16:30
Church
Campiello dei Miracoli
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Santa Maria dei Miracoli is a Venetian-style Catholic church in Lido di Venezia, Italy, known for its ornate interior and Renaissance architecture.

Duration: About 1 hour.

Free.

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Constitution Bridge
Open 24 hours
Bridge
Ponte della Costituzione
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Ponte di Calatrava is a modern arched pedestrian bridge in Venice, Italy, featuring steel and glass elements spanning the Grand Canal since 2008.

Duration: 30 minutes.

Free. No ticket required for access.

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Tre Oci
10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Museum
Fondamenta de Le Zitelle Giudecca 43 Giudecca Island
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Tre Oci is a neo-Gothic palace in Venice, Italy, renowned for its three eye-shaped windows and contemporary art exhibitions.

Duration: Approximately 1-2 hours.

Free. Some seasonal exhibitions may have a separate ticket fee.

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Scalzi Bridge
Open all day
Bridge
Ponte degli Scalzi (Fondamenta degli Scalzi)
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Scalzi Bridge is a stone arch bridge in Venice, Italy, opened in 1934. It connects the Santa Croce and Cannaregio districts across the Grand Canal.

Duration: 30 minutes.

Free.

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Ponte dei Pugni
Open 24 hours
Bridge
near Campo San Barnaba
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Ponte dei Pugni, a notable bridge in Venice, Italy, connects the districts of Dorsoduro and San Polo, known for its unique history of fistfights and cultural significance.

Duration: Approximately 30 minutes.

Free. There are no charges for accessing the bridge.

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Mocenigo Palace-Museum
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Museum
1992 San Croce
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Mocenigo Palace-Museum in Venice, Italy, showcases 17th-century architecture, frescoes, rococo furniture, and a collection of historical costumes and textiles.

Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours.

Paid entry: €10 for adults, €5 for children under 18, discounts available for students and seniors.

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Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca' d'Oro
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Museum
3934 Calle Ca' d'Oro
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Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca' d'Oro showcases a vast art collection in a 15th-century Gothic palace along Venice's Grand Canal, emphasizing Venetian cultural heritage.

Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.

€13 for adults, €6.50 reduced. Free on the first Sunday of each month. Combined ticket with Palazzo Grimani available.

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Ponte de Chiodo
Open all day
Bridge
Fondamenta San Felice
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Ponte de Chiodo, a quaint bridge in Venice, Italy, is notable for lacking railings, adding to its unique charm and offering a perspective on local history.

Duration: 30 minutes.

Free access. No charge to cross the bridge.

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Giardini Savorgnan
24 hours
Park
427 Calle Pesaro
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Giardini Savorgnan is a serene public park in Venice, Italy, featuring lush greenery, pathways, and historical significance dating back to its establishment in the 18th century.

Duration: 1-2 hours.

Free. Some special events might require a paid ticket.

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Stadio Pierluigi Penzo
Match day hours only
Stadium
Fondamenta S. Elena
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Stadio Pierluigi Penzo in Venice, Italy, is a multi-use stadium accommodating the Venezia FC, hosting matches and events exclusively on match days.

Duration: 2-3 hours on match days.

Prices vary by match. Tickets must be purchased for entry on match days.

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Giardini Papadopoli
Open all day
Park
Fondamenta Papadopoli (Santa Croce)
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Giardini Papadopoli is a serene park in Venice, Italy, known for its lush gardens, historical significance, and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing stroll.

Duration: 1-2 hours.

Free.

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Parco delle Rimembranze
8:00 AM–8:00 PM
Park
Parco Rimembranze S.Elena
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Parco delle Rimembranze in Venice is a waterfront park with walking paths, pine trees, and grassy areas, perfect for family outings and relaxation.

Duration: 1 to 2 hours.

Free. No charges for entry, but special events may incur fees.

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Royal Gardens of Venice
9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Park
Giardini Ex Reali (San Marco)
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Royal Gardens of Venice are historical botanical gardens in Venice, Italy, known for their diverse plant species and tranquil ambiance, ideal for relaxation.

Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.

Free.

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Museo del Manicomio
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Museum
Isola di San Servolo
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Museo del Manicomio in Venice reveals the history of psychiatric treatment with artifacts like electro-therapy machines and patient photos.

Duration: Approximately 30 minutes.

Free. Special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.

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Chiesa delle Zitelle
Church
Fondamenta de Le Zitelle 32
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Chiesa delle Zitelle is a 16th-century church in Venice, Italy, designed by Palladio, originally serving as a refuge for dowry-less maidens.

Duration: About 1 hour.

Free. Access may be limited; special events could have fees.

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Giardino Della Marinaressa
Open 24 hours
Garden
Riva dei Sette Martiri
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Giardino Della Marinaressa, a serene garden on Venice's waterfront, offers lush greenery and waterfront views, perfect for relaxation amid city bustle.

Duration: 1 to 2 hours.

Free. Events may incur costs.

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Teatro Alle Tese
10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Theater
Campiello Tana 2169/f Tese Cinquecentesche
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Teatro Alle Tese in Venice, Italy, offers a rich theatrical history and a unique architectural style, hosting diverse performances and events in a historic setting.

Duration: 2 hours for performances; additional time for events.

Tickets range from €10 to €30, depending on the event. Discounts available for students and seniors.