Palazzo Mocenigo : To evoke daily life as it was back then, rooms contain mannequins wearing ancient garments and accessories
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Palazzo Mocenigo

18th-Century Venetian lifestyle

Museum that transports visitors into the everyday world of Venetian nobility during the Republic's golden age.

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What makes this place special

Your visit of the palace

The itinerary winds through 20 rooms of this 17th-century patrician palace, once home to a prestigious family that gave Venice seven Doges.

As it was

The rooms have retained their lavish decorations with plenty of authentic furniture and accessories.

Experience 1700s fashion

As a snapshot of a grand party, mannequins are dressed in valuable ancient garments made from patterned fabrics with embroidery and lace, showcasing the craftsmanship and refined elegance for which Venetians were renowned.

The art of perfume making

Enter the almost alchemical laboratory of the perfume maker, which holds the secrets for creating sought-after scented soaps, oils, powders and liquids.

Sniff fragrances

Perfume ingredients from across the globe are displayed in glass jars that you can open and smell.

Palazzo Mocenigo : Visitors also have the opportunity to directly experience 24 distinctive fragrances

Discover more about Palazzo Mocenigo through 14 photos with explanations.

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What to experience here

  • Travel back in time to a bygone era.
  • Step into the perfume maker's 18th-century laboratory.
  • Directly experience 24 distinctive fragrances.
  • Experience opulent decor and lavish garments.

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased on site or booked online in advance.

While advance booking isn't usually necessary here, online tickets let you skip the ticket queue and head straight inside.

Included with official Venice passes

Alternatively, you can visit the museum with either the MUVE Museum Pass or the Venezia Unica Pass.

The MUVE Museum Pass includes entry to all of Venice's civic museums, including the Doge's Palace.

Doge's Palace : The Chamber of the Great Council is the largest and most majestic chamber in the palace

It is valid for six months from the date of purchase, and you can visit at any time without an advance reservation.

Museum Pass : museums covered

The Venezia Unica Pass includes all the benefits of the MUVE Museum Pass, while adding access to additional attractions across the city, such as Scuola Grande dei Carmini and Fondazione Querini Stampalia. You can also add a public transport pass, creating a convenient all-in-one option for exploring Venice.

Venezia Unica : what's included

Virtual tour

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Monuments of the Mocenigos

The Mocenigo Doges are commemorated with intricately sculpted monumental tombs in the grand Gothic basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo - often called the 'Pantheon of Venice'.

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What to see nearby

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