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As impressive as they may look, you might be wondering whether these 13 museums and galleries are truly worth your time.
Thankfully, many offer virtual tours, so you can peek inside before deciding.
Perfect for enjoying Venice's culture even when you're relaxing back at your accommodation.
01 |Accademia Galleries
Art museum tracing the evolution of Venetian painting from the 13th to the 18th centuries, home to some of the city's most important masterpieces.
Immerse yourself in one of Italy's finest art collections, featuring breathtaking canvases brimming with color, light and splendor.
02 |Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Modern art collection assembled by Peggy Guggenheim, displayed in her former home on the Grand Canal.
Ideal for modern art enthusiasts and those seeking a respite from traditional Venetian art.
03 |Palazzo Grimani
Unusual palace with theatrical frescoed halls, intricate grotesque decorations, and rooms beyond imagination.
Get a sense of how the ultra-rich Venetians adorned their palazzos with out-of-the-ordinary decorations.
04 |Doge's Palace
Behind the elegant facade of this ornate palace, once home to Venice's political leader, majestic chambers coexist with a darker side creating a fascinating duality.
05 |Museo Correr
Prominent museum in an opulent setting, showcasing Venice's treasured artworks and rich history.
Included in the ticket to Doge's Palace, exploring the opulent interiors and rich collection is not to be missed.
06 |Ca' Pesaro
Two distinct and captivating art museums, housed within a colossal canalside palace and accessible with a single ticket.
Even if modern art isn't to your taste and another grand palace feels like too much, the artifacts in the Oriental Museum are fascinating, with the collection considered one of the most important in Europe.
07 |Fortuny Museum
In the warm and inviting ambiance of Mariano Fortuny's former residence, the array of art is beyond words. With each display suggesting that the artistic work is still unfolding, you'll feel as though the artist could step into the room at any given moment, ready to continue his creative journey.
08 |Glass Museum
Museum exploring the history of glassmaking, featuring works from ancient times to contemporary Murano craftsmanship.
You get to appreciate the artistry and decorative applications of this captivating material in the world's largest historical collection of Murano glass.
09 |Palazzo Mocenigo
Museum that transports visitors into the everyday world of Venetian nobility during the Republic's golden age.
Immerse yourself in a bygone era through richly detailed décor, lavish historic garments, and an interactive fragrance exhibition.
10 |Ca' Rezzonico
Museum showcasing the extravagance of 18th-century Venetian life, set within a grand palace.
Step back in time to Venice's Age of Decadence with a visit to this opulent residence, one of the few open to the public.
11 |Palazzo Grassi
Contemporary art museum housed in a grand classical 17-th century palace.
Explore the lives and works of today's top artists inside Venice's last grand palazzo, where avant-garde contemporary art meets classical decor in a unique blend of past and present creativity.
12 |Punta della Dogana
Museum of contemporary art in a former customs building, right beside a prime vantage point.
Along with thought-provoking exhibitions in a beautifully modernized historic building, you'll get to enjoy some of the finest views of the Venetian waterfront.
13 |Natural History Museum
Museum of natural history displaying artifacts from Venetian expeditions.
Ideal for families with middle to older children, fostering a genuine sense of exploration among curious visitors.
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