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San Simeon Piccolo
San Simeon Piccolo stands out for its spectacular green dome dominating the Grand Canal opposite Santa Lucia station. Rebuilt in the 18th century, the chur…
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What to see in Venice: monuments, museums, islands and places to visit
Discover the must-sees of Venice: monuments, museums, churches, palaces, bridges and islands, with district, map and practical info for each place.
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San Stae
Church in Santa Croce overlooking the Grand Canal, known for its Baroque facade and its 18th-century paintings. San Stae easily fits into a walk between Ca…
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San Trovaso Church
A church with two faces, featuring two identical facades — a peculiarity said to have originated from the rivalry between opposing Venetian factions.
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San Vidal Church
Church founded in 1084 between Campo Santo Stefano and the Accademia Bridge, with a Glory of Saint Vital by Carpaccio, now a baroque concert hall.
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San Zan Degolà
Small ancient church in Santa Croce, discreet and tied to the medieval fabric of the district, San Zan Degolà completes the discovery of San Giacomo dall’O…
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Sant’Elena
Eastern tip of Castello, greener and more residential, open towards the lagoon and the large gardens. Sant’Elena can conclude a walk in Castello. The distr…
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Santa Maria Assunta dei Gesuiti
Baroque church in Cannaregio rebuilt in the 18th century by the Jesuits, famous for its white and green marble decor imitating fabrics, with works by Titia…
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Santa Maria dei Miracoli
A small Venetian Renaissance church, entirely clad in polychrome marble.
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Santa Maria del Giglio
Church near Campo Santa Maria del Giglio, notable for its baroque façade and its works of art.
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Santa Maria di Nazareth
Baroque church of the Discalced Carmelites on the Grand Canal near Santa Lucia station, known for its unique façade in Carrara marble and the tomb of the l…
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Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Large Franciscan basilica in San Polo, important for Gothic architecture and Venetian painting.
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Scuola Dalmatà San Giorgio degli Schiavoni
Ancient Dalmatian confraternity of Castello, famous for the cycle painted by Vittore Carpaccio.