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Museo Ca' Rezzonico
Museum of 18th-century Venice
Museum showcasing the extravagance of 18th-century Venetian life, set within a grand palace.
Ca' Rezzonico (1-min walk)
carezzonico.visitmuve.it
+39 041 241 0100
Standard admission is €10. Free entry with the official museum or city passes.
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What makes it special
A grandiose palazzo
Of all splendid palaces lining Canal Grande, Ca’ Rezzonico is arguably the most sumptuous, showcasing outstanding examples of Venetian Baroque and Rococo architecture and décor.
Signature
Ca’ Rezzonico’s intricate marble facade is one of the most striking on the waterfront. Inside, the ceremonial staircase, the ballroom and the gilded apartments are embellished with magnificent Murano glass chandeliers and ceiling frescoes by Tiepolo.
Time travel
As you walk through the nearly 20 rooms on three floors, each retaining decorative objects and intricately carved period furniture, you'll glimpse into the lavish life of Venetian aristocrats of the time.
Farmacia Ai do San Marchi
On the third floor, explore the three rooms of a historic pharmacy. The shop houses 183 majolica jars of 18th-century remedies. The laboratory features a fireplace and stove. The back room is covered by a boiserie in painted fir-wood and has additional majolica vases.
Museum Shop
Like other Civic Museums in Venice, the shop offers a wide range of items, from books and prints to unique creations by local artisans.
Your experience here
Step back in time to Venice's Age of Decadence with a visit to this opulent residence, one of the few open to the public.
Skip-the-line tickets
Secure your spot and dodge the queues by booking your skip-the-line tickets today.
Free with the City Pass
Enjoy direct access to this museum and other top spots, such as the Doge's Palace, with the value-packed Venezia Unica official city pass.
Connect the dots
Leading architect of the time
Baldassare Longhena also designed Santa Maria della Salute and another palace, now a museum too: Ca' Pesaro.
Gianbatista Tiepolo
His eclectic Rococo style brought him many commissions and you will encounter his luminous frescoes adorning the ceilings of many historical buildings of the city.
Start exploring
Virtual visit
Explore the museum's collections on Google Arts & Culture, from the comfort of your current location.
A secret garden
Behind the palace lies a small green garden, ideal for relaxing in the shade and taking a break while planning your next move.
It has a water fountain for refilling bottles and a tiny playground for children.
Go on a cruise
Admire the magnificent facade as you glide along Canal Grande.
There’s more than one way to cruise Venice’s most iconic waterway.
What to see nearby
These top spots are just a short walk from Ca' Rezzonico:
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Palazzo Grassi
tops 5 mins
San Barnaba
tops 5 mins
Ponte dei Pugni
tops 5 mins
Canal Grande
tops 5 mins
Venice Jazz Club
tops 5 mins
Campo Santa Margherita
tops 5 mins
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