Tourist Attractions in Venice

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Venice

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About Venice

The refined Venice sung in the works of great poets is a city of elegant contrasts and illusions. The magnificent facades of Doge’s Palace and Piazza San Marco hide shabby, damp-eating neighbourhoods, while the glittering masks of the colourful Venice Carnival hide the unhappy and sometimes difficult daily reality of the locals.

And yet Venice is grandiose, no matter what stories are told about this city. Even though it has been under water for decades, the dexterous gondoliers will still be taking tourists along its narrow canals for many years to come. And as before – in the hot summer months, the main palazzos of Venice will be packed with tourists who have flocked from all over the world just to touch the beautiful history of Europe’s most magical city.

Top-35 Tourist Attractions in Venice

Grand Canal

 4.9/5

2783 reviews

Venice’s main water avenue is 4 kilometres long and runs through the city. It starts at the Santa Lucia railway station. Many pleasure boats ply here, from where you can see the city in all its glory. There is also a lot of public transport travelling along the canal. Along the banks are the most beautiful palazzos, ancient churches, picturesque mansions. Every year a historic regatta is organised on the Grand Canal.

St. Mark's Square

 4.7/5

172734 reviews

The central Venetian square, the city’s most important landmark and the pride of the Venetians. The square has long been a symbol of the city, its personification. Here are the main places in Venice, all cultural events take place, and the cobblestone pavement is trampled by the boots of several million tourists every year. The square has two columns with statues of the winged lion and the Apostle Mark.

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Saint Mark's Basilica

 4.7/5

20572 reviews

A cult temple in the classical Byzantine style (quite uncharacteristic for Western Europe) adorning St Mark’s Square. Until the early 19th century, the cathedral served as a royal chapel, where the rulers of the Doge were crowned. The relics of the Apostle Mark, which were brought to Venice after the Crusade in the X century, are kept here. The cathedral was begun to be built in the XI century, but the work was completed only by the end of the XV century.

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Clock Tower

 4.7/5

1258 reviews

A structure built in the 15th century, designed by the architect M. Coducci. The tower was designed so that the astronomical dial could be seen from the Adriatic Sea. In this way, all visitors to the city could immediately feel the power and wealth of the Venetian Republic when they set foot on the seafront. The tower is decorated with a sculpture of a winged lion, which is a recognisable symbol of Venice.

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Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

St Mark's Campanile

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4707 reviews

A sixteenth-century one hundred-metre bell tower, formerly a lighthouse for arriving ships. In the Middle Ages it was a torture chamber. There are five bells on the bell platform, each with its own purpose. The bell tower collapsed in an earthquake in the early 20th century, but was rebuilt again in 1912. The restorers managed to restore the tower to its original appearance.

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Monday: 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM

Doge's Palace

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29127 reviews

An ornate palazzo, home for centuries to the Doge, rulers of the independent, wealthy and powerful Venetian Republic. The palace was built, completed and decorated for more than 100 years in an attempt to give it sufficient grandeur and luxury. That is why the architectural ensemble is a mixture of styles. There are late European Gothic, Byzantine classicism and elements of Moorish style. Nowadays, the building houses a museum.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Scuola Grande di San Rocco

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4540 reviews

The building belonging to the Brotherhood of San Rocco was built in 1477. On the square of the same name, the charity organisation built a palace in Renaissance style. Nowadays in the Scuola you can see the picture gallery, rich paintings on the ceiling and walls. The entire interior of the palace has to do with biblical subjects and Christian relics.

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Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Bridge of Sighs

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21158 reviews

An ancient arch-shaped bridge spanning the Palace Canal. It connects the royal Doge’s palazzo with the prison. The architecture of the bridge is characterised by elegance and romance. It is a popular date spot. According to one of the Venetian beliefs, it is believed that a couple who kiss in this place will never fade away mutual love. However, the increased attention of tourists to this attraction can spoil the romance of the moment.

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Rialto Bridge

 4.7/5

162257 reviews

The bridge over the Grand Canal in the Rialto neighbourhood. All pleasure boats sail past it so that tourists can take pictures to remember it by. The crossing in this place has existed since XII century. At first it was a floating bridge, then a wooden one, in XVI century it became a stone one. The construction collapsed several times with enviable regularity. The construction of 1591, which turned out to be stronger than its predecessors, has survived to our days.

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Ponte dell'Accademia

 4.7/5

19572 reviews

The southern Venetian bridge spanning the Grand Canal. The structure connects the San Marco neighbourhood with the galleries of the art academy. The modern version of the bridge was built in 1934. It was designed by architect Miozzi. The wooden construction of the structure was many times wanted to be replaced by a metal one, but the authorities did not allow the replacement.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Basilica S.Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

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10338 reviews

Franciscan Gothic church of the 13th-14th centuries, dedicated to St Mary. Several styles were used in the construction: Byzantine, Venetian and Gothic. The best masters of the time were invited to paint the walls and decorate the interiors. For example, the temple houses a sculpture of John the Baptist by the famous Donatello and the Madonna of Pesaro by the immortal Titian.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 1:00 – 5:30 PM

Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute

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9542 reviews

The church appeared as a thanksgiving to the Almighty for the deliverance of Venice from the terrible plague epidemic in the XVII century. The disease claimed tens of thousands of lives (that’s more than a third of the city’s population in those centuries). The construction of the cathedral lasted 50 years, and countless wooden beams were hammered under its foundation for stability. The cathedral is located opposite the Doge’s Palace in the city’s main square, St Mark’s Square.

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Church of San Giorgio Maggiore

 4.6/5

6298 reviews

The church is located on the island of the same name. It was built in the 16th century in the classical Renaissance style. Since the 10th century, the island has been the property of the monastic order of St Benedict. Before the earthquake at the beginning of the XIII century there was a monastery and an old church, which were destroyed by the elements. The new church appeared by the beginning of the XVI century. The interior walls depict Tintoretto’s “Manna of Heaven” and “The Last Supper”.

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Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo

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4049 reviews

Located on the square of the same name, it was erected in 1430. The cathedral is dedicated to St John and St Paul. It is in this place that the 18 Doges of the Republic of Venice rest. The interior of the temple is decorated with numerous works of art. The facade is made in the Gothic style. The distinctive feature of the cathedral is that there is no bell tower in the temple tower.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM

Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Pantalon

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1172 reviews

It is located on St Panteleimon Square. The church was rebuilt in its present form in 1668. The ceiling painting of the church contains 40 biblical stories woven together by Giovanni Fumiani. The ceiling painting in the church has no borders or framing. This creates the illusion that the walls and ceiling are one and the same. The church chapel houses a Christian relic: the nail of the True Cross.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 3:30 – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 3:30 – 6:00 PM

Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca' d'Oro

 4.5/5

1915 reviews

The official name of the building is Palazzo St Sophia. The building was built in the XV century. The architects Bartolomeo and Giovanni Bona were commissioned by one of the most powerful Venetian families. Gold leaf was used for the exterior decoration, but it has not survived to this day. At the end of the XIX century the mansion was acquired by Baron Giorgio Franchetti. The nobleman amassed a large collection of paintings, which, together with the house, passed to the state after his death.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Ca' Rezzonico

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2536 reviews

Museum in a splendid 17th-century palazzo where works by Longa, Piazetto, Tintoretto and Guardi are exhibited. In addition to paintings, the museum features sculptures, furniture and clothing. The interiors of the palace demonstrate the desire for opulent luxury, characteristic of Venetian aristocrats in the XVII-XVIII centuries. The palazzo belonged to the Rezzonico family, from which Pope Clement XIII came.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo

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11774 reviews

The Palace of San Marco was built in 1499. The highlight of the attraction is the spiral staircase leading up to the balconies, which offer panoramic views of the city. For a long time, the Venetian palace was owned by Pietro Contarini. Today, tourist groups are allowed to tour the palace.

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Fondaco dei Tedeschi

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The huge Venetian palace sits by the Grand Canal. The spacious and sunny courtyard was needed by the German traders who used it to bring their goods into the house. In modern times, the courtyard has been re-roofed. It now houses shops, cafés and souvenir shops. The galleries of the Palazzo Fondaco offer marvellous views of Venice.

Teatro La Fenice

 4.7/5

12307 reviews

One of the main musical theatres in Venice. The building was completed by 1982. It was here in 1813 that Gioacchino Rossini, whose operas are now staged in theatres all over the world, made his debut. Several times the theatre burned, but each time it was rebuilt in an even more magnificent form, for which it received its name (“la fenice” means “phoenix”). The last fire occurred in 1996, after which the stage was reopened to the public only in 2003.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM

Museo Correr

 4.3/5

1947 reviews

Museum named in honour of the collector Teodoro Correra, a member of an aristocratic Venetian family. This patron of the arts bequeathed his entire collection to the city, along with the palace where it was housed. Gradually, the museum’s funds grew, new works of art were acquired, and some exhibits were donated by private individuals. This is how the Venice City Museums Foundation was gradually formed.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Gallerie dell'Accademia

 4.6/5

9020 reviews

The museum was founded at the end of the 18th century. At first it housed a school of painting and sculpture, and then exhibitions began to appear. Among the exhibits are paintings by Veneziano, Canaletto and Titian. In XIX-XX centuries the collection was quite modest, but thanks to the gifts of patrons the number of exhibition halls increased to 24. There are always long queues at the entrance to the museum, so you will have to wait to get in.

Open time

Monday: 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 7:15 PM
Wednesday: 8:15 AM – 7:15 PM
Thursday: 8:15 AM – 7:15 PM
Friday: 8:15 AM – 7:15 PM
Saturday: 8:15 AM – 7:15 PM
Sunday: 8:15 AM – 7:15 PM

Peggy Guggenheim Collection

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11607 reviews

Museum of Modern Art, founded by the niece of the famous collector Solomon Guggenheim (his galleries are open all over the world). Works by Kandinsky, Picasso, Klee, Dali and Miro are exhibited here. From time to time temporary exhibitions are organised on the territory of the museum. The collection is housed in an unfinished palazzo. The exposition is based on paintings from the personal collection of Peggy Guggenheim.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Punta della Dogana - Pinault Collection

 4.6/5

2589 reviews

The city’s art gallery, is located in the old customs building. The building was built in the city in 1678. More recently, the local gallery has opened an exhibition of contemporary art. Provocative works attract the attention of visitors literally from the threshold. There is also a maritime exhibition, where you can see ship fragments and everything that has been recovered from the seabed.

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Murano

 4.5/5

4836 reviews

An archipelago of five small islands where Venetian glassware has been made for hundreds of years. From here, glassblowing has spread throughout Venice. On the island you can watch the process of creating masterpieces or visit one of the many shops offering products of local craftsmen for every taste. Murano glass is a well-promoted global brand, highly appreciated outside Italy.

Burano

 4.8/5

9021 reviews

A small island not far from Murano, where one of the city districts of Venice is located. The place is interesting because of its picturesque colourful houses with unusual bright colours. Local legend says that it was the wives of local drunks who painted the walls so that their drunken husbands would not mistake their house for their neighbour’s. Interestingly, each building is officially assigned a specific colour.

Cannaregio

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A canal-surrounded area in the Cannaregio neighbourhood. It was called a ghetto because it was once inhabited exclusively by Jews. In 1516 they were expelled from the city and settled on this island. Jews in Venice were forbidden to hold public office, could not learn a number of professions, and could only enter the city with the permission of the island’s guards. To accommodate the growing population of the ghetto, the Jewish community had to build eight-storey buildings.

Venetian Arsenal

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9700 reviews

An armoury and shipyard in the historic part of Venice. The armoury was founded at the beginning of the 12th century for the purpose of equipping battle galleys. Here was invented the galleon, a warship, a real floating fortress, which was used in many future naval battles. The Arsenal now houses a research centre and an exhibition hall where you can trace the history of shipbuilding in the Venetian shipyards.

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Rialto Mercato

 4.6/5

76 reviews

The market in the historic quarter of the city has been around for over 1000 years. The Rialto is where Venice began. On small islands by the Grand Canal, there are vendors selling fruit and vegetables. There are also the obligatory fish shops. The modern building with the market rows was erected in 1907. Adjoining the market is the neighbouring courthouse, where the carabinieri regularly handcuff prisoners. The market itself is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 7.30 a.m. to lunchtime.

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Libreria Acqua Alta

 4.5/5

22854 reviews

The famous bookshop, located by the Grand Canal. It does not have the usual shelves of books. All publications are stacked on the floor. When there is a threat of flooding for the old building where the shop operates, the owner moves books into tubs, basins and even boats. The shop sells both rare editions and popular literature in Italian from 9am. The owner’s cat greets visitors at the entrance, and Luigi himself, the founder of the place, stands behind the cash register.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:20 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:20 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:20 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:20 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:20 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:20 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:20 PM

Caffè Florian

 3.9/5

4575 reviews

An iconic Venetian coffee house that has been in operation since the 18th century. The café has several rooms and even has its own orchestra. All the famous people who have come to Venice in the last 150 years have made sure to mark their presence in this place. In “Floriana” you can taste speciality desserts, cocktails and coffee. There are rumours among tourists about the prices in the institution, as they are quite high, as in any similar place.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Lido Venice Beach

 4.6/5

256 reviews

Venice’s satellite island is a resort with mind-blowing beaches. Ferries and boats transport tourists from the city’s marina to the island 24 hours a day. The beaches of Lido are divided into paid and free. Paid sections can be used only by guests of local hotels. The beach zone consists of sandy and pebble sections. All beaches are equipped with the necessary infrastructure.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

VENICE IN GONDOLA

 3.3/5

6 reviews

The first thing that comes to mind at the mention of Venice is the gondola and its helmsman: a cheerful, intelligent and a bit goofy gondolier. Cruising the Venetian canals is the most popular pastime for tourists. But few people know that some boats cost more than the most expensive cars, and to get a gondolier’s licence an applicant has to study for a long time and pass a difficult exam.

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Venice Intercultural Film Festival 2021

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A renowned international film event that brings together the world’s stars and elite. Here author’s films, documentaries and short films are presented to the jury. The main prize is the Golden Lion. Having received the coveted statuette, the director can count on the most favourable contracts and interesting projects. Many film lovers from all over the world are eager to attend the Venice Film Festival.

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Arsenale Carnival Experience

 4/5

49 reviews

A festive extravaganza before Lent, with traditions that go back a long way. During Carnival, the streets are filled with people in magnificent costumes and masks, many of which are works of art. The palazzos host balls, Renaissance and Baroque dinner parties. It’s a magical time when the whole city is transported back in time to a glittering past for ten days.

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