Fortuny Museum
The Fortuny Museum, located in the heart of the San Marco district in Venice, is housed inside the magnificent Palazzo Pesaro Orfei, a Gothic structure built in the 15th century. This palace, with its imposing facade and spacious halls, represents a fine example of Venetian architecture of the period. Originally belonging to the noble Pesaro […]
Querini Stampalia Foundation
The Querini Stampalia Foundation, located in the Castello district in Venice, is one of the most fascinating cultural institutions in the city. Founded in 1869 by Count Giovanni Querini Stampalia, the last descendant of the noble Venetian family Querini Stampalia, the foundation aims to promote culture, research, and knowledge, and to preserve and enhance the […]
Church of San Sebastiano
The Church of San Sebastiano is one of the hidden gems of Venice, located in the Dorsoduro district. This sacred building, known for its extraordinary interior decoration and the artistic contribution of the famous painter Paolo Veronese, represents an important testimony of the art and spirituality of the Venetian Renaissance. The history of the Church […]
Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute
The Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute, commonly known as La Salute, is one of the most iconic buildings in Venice, located at the entrance of the Grand Canal, in the Dorsoduro district. This magnificent church was built as an ex-voto to the Virgin Mary for the liberation of the city from the terrible plague […]
International Gallery of Modern Art Ca’ Pesaro
The International Gallery of Modern Art Ca’ Pesaro, located in the Santa Croce district in Venice, is an institution of great prestige and cultural importance. The building that houses the museum, Ca’ Pesaro, is a magnificent Baroque palace overlooking the Grand Canal. Built in the 17th century according to the design of Baldassare Longhena, the […]
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum of Venice, located in the district of Santa Croce, is a must-see for anyone wishing to explore the extraordinary biodiversity of our planet and the rich natural history of the Venetian region. This fascinating museum is housed in the Fontego dei Turchi, a historic building that has undergone numerous transformations over […]
Campo Santa Margherita
Campo Santa Margherita is one of the liveliest and most fascinating squares in Venice, located in the Dorsoduro district. This square represents a pulsating heart of Venetian life, a place where history, art, culture, and daily life harmoniously blend, creating a unique and engaging atmosphere. The square is named after the church of Santa Margherita, […]
Historical Naval Museum
The Naval Historical Museum of Venice is one of the most fascinating and historically rich museums in the city, located in the Castello district, near the Ancient Arsenal. Founded in 1919 by the Royal Navy, this museum offers a journey through the centuries of maritime history of Venice, from the Serenissima Republic to the present […]
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
The Church of San Giorgio Maggiore is one of the most emblematic architectural wonders of Venice, located on the island of the same name in front of Piazza San Marco. Designed by the famous Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio, the church is a perfect example of Venetian Renaissance architecture and a symbol of the spirituality and […]
Mocenigo Palace
The Palazzo Mocenigo, located in the Santa Croce district in Venice, is a splendid historic residence that now houses the Museum of Textile, Costume, and Perfume History. This magnificent Gothic structure, extensively rebuilt at the beginning of the 17th century, was the residence of the Mocenigo family, one of the most important in the Venetian […]
