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Santa Maria del Giglio : Today, the facade remains one of the finest examples of Venetian Baroque architecture
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Chiesa di Santa Maria del Giglio (Zobenigo)

Church of St. Mary of the Lily

Roman Catholic church with a remarkable Baroque Venetian facade featuring distinct relief maps.

Featured in Chorus Churches

Standard admission is €3.50. Free entrance with the Chorus pass or with the official city pass.

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What makes it special

Venetian Baroque extravagance

Commissioned by the Barbaro family, the remarkable facade is a proud celebration of their maritime and political triumphs, adorned with reliefs of galleys, battle scenes, statues, and:

Distinct relief maps

At the very base of the facade are six marble relief city plans, where you can easily recognize the buildings of Rome, along with other cities under Venetian influence: Padua, Zadar, Split, Corfu and Heraklion.

Ceiling

The nave ceiling features three large canvases portraying significant events in the life of the Virgin Mary: her birth, coronation and assumption.

Rubens in Venice

Tucked away in the modest treasury is the only canvas by Flemish master Peter Paul Rubens in Venice. His 'Madonna and Child' bears the artist’s unmistakable signature: a tender, cherubic baby Jesus.

Santa Maria del Giglio : The focal point of the modest treasury is the depiction of 'Madonna and Child' by Flemish artist Paul Rubens, showcasing his trademark style with a cherubic baby Jesus

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Your experience here

  • Marvel at the facade and see if you can spot the cities depicted in relief.
  • Inside, discover a rich variety of artworks — both Venetian and beyond.

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Free entry with:

Chorus Pass

Gain entry to this church and all the additional 19 on the Chorus circuit with a single, exceptional value ticket.

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Official City Pass

Includes the Chorus pass and offers cost-effective, direct entry to 12 other top spots, including Palazzo Ducale.

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Give me more baroque!

San Moise : The facade is deemed the most embellished in the city, with some Venetians finding it hideous, earning it a 'love to hate' reputation

If the church’s facade left you impressed and craving more of the same dramatic flair, look no further than the nearby San Moise.

Its extravagant Baroque facade famously divided opinion in Venice — some admire its grandeur, others find it just a bit too much.

What to see nearby

These top spots are just a short walk from Santa Maria del Giglio:

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