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Fondaco dei Tedeschi : The grand inner courtyard of the former warehouse is the core of the current shopping mall
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Fondaco dei Tedeschi

Luxury shopping above Rialto

Former luxury shopping mall in a historical building, offering sweeping views from its rooftop terrace.

As of late April 2025, both the mall and its rooftop terrace are closed, with no clear updates on if or when they'll reopen.

What makes it special

From where on land can I photograph the facade in full?

Walk along Riva de l'Ogio from the Rialto Market to its end at Calle del Campaniel. There, a wooden pontoon extends onto the Grand Canal, placing you directly opposite Ca d'Oro and giving you the entire facade perfectly in frame.

Is the art collection worth the ticket?

The highlight is Andrea Mantegna's third St. Sebastian, displayed in its own marble-clad chapel. Even if that alone doesn't draw you in, the intricate marble mosaics on the ground floor and the front-row Grand Canal views from the upper loggia make the visit worthwhile.

Fondaco dei Tedeschi : Rialto Bridge as seen from the rooftop terrace

Discover more about Fondaco dei Tedeschi through 7 photos with explanations.

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Connect the dots

Another Fondaco

Another historical warehouse is Fondaco dei Turchi ('of the turks') that hosts the Natural History Museum.

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What to see nearby

These top spots are just a short walk from Fondaco dei Tedeschi:

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