Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo)

What makes it special

The Pantheon of Venice

The basilica earned this title as several Doges and prominent figures, who influenced the history of the Venetian Republic from the 13th to the 18th century, are buried here beneath grand tombs.

A massive interior

The impressively spacious and luminous interior features a 33-meter (108-foot) high nave supported by massive columns.

Tribute to Doge Mocenigo

On the counterfacade, you'll find the monumental tomb sculpted by Pietro Lombardo and his two sons. Featuring 15 life-size marble figures, it commemorates Pietro Mocenigo primarily as a great captain of the Venetian armed forces.

Stained glass

The Gothic polychrome Murano glass in the south transept is unparalleled in Venice.

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Why visit Santi Giovanni e Paolo

It's ok to feel small inside this Gothic giant. The upside is that there's so much to explore in what feels like an endless space. Admire masterpieces by Bellini, Lorenzetti, Lombardo and Veronese.

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Connect the dots

• Gothic competition

  Visit the other gothic giant that emerged from the architectural competition between the Dominican and Franciscan orders.

  Explore Basilica dei Frari

• Moved art

  Veronese's famous 'Feast in the House of Levi', painted for the refectory, is now in the Gallerie dell'Accademia.

  Explore Gallerie dell'Accademia

In common

• Paolo Veronese

  He found sanctuary at San Sebastiano after fleeing murder charges.

  Without refuge, he might not have had the chance to create the masterpieces we're able to admire today.

  Explore San Sebastiano

• Pietro Lombardo

  He was also the architect and chief sculptor for Santa Maria dei Miracoli often called a 'renaissance jewelry box'.

  Explore Santa Maria dei Miracoli