Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute

You can find four other votive churches in Venice, all built in gratitude for surviving the plague — but only one holds the relics of the city’s legendary protector against it.

At Chiesa di San Rocco, Saint Roch himself lies enshrined above the high altar, surrounded by Tintoretto’s powerful scenes from the saint’s life and miracles.

You’ve already seen The Sacrifice of Isaac, Cain and Abel, plus David and Goliath on the Sacristy ceiling: muscular, dramatically foreshortened figures full of movement and emotion. These works reflect the powerful influence of Michelangelo, whom Titian deeply admired.

Though Titian’s masterpieces are scattered across iconic Venetian landmarks like the Palazzo Ducale and Basilica dei Frari, since you're already nearby, don’t miss the Gallerie dell'Accademia.

It features more of his work, including the grand 'Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple', still displayed in situ in the Sala dell’Albergo of the museum.

One of the leading architects of his time, Baldassare Longhena also designed two splendid palaces: Ca' Rezzonico and Ca' Pesaro — both open to visitors who wish to marvel at their remarkable interiors.

These are part of the Civic Museums of Venice, a network of culturally significant sites across the city — including the Palazzo Ducale — all conveniently accessible with the Museum Pass.