DiscoverMuseums

Museums

Fornace Orsoni: The World of Gold

The Orsoni Furnace - located in a tiny alley within the Cannaregio sestiere, a few steps away from the Jewish Ghetto - is the oldest enamel, mosaic, and gold leaf furnace in the world.

Historical Gallery at La Casa dei Tre Oci

This public art gallery is dedicated to contemporary art, in particular, photography and the visual arts. It's a must-stop for all art and photography lovers.

Olivetti Showroom: The World of Typewriters

In this modern showroom are on display the typewriters and calculators manufactured by the famous Ivrea-based company. Thanks to the philanthropy of Olivetti and the talent of Scarpa the Venetian shop has now become a real work of art.

Gallerie dell’Accademia: Discover the Venetian Masterpieces

This Venetian institution, affiliated to the Academy of Fine Arts, hosts the most important collection of Venetian artworks. Admire here masterpieces by Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese and Canaletto.

About Venice: Acqua Alta & Museum Pass

The Phenomenon of Acqua Alta in Venice
When Visiting Venice there are two important things to bear in mind: the phenomenon of the Acqua Alta and the Venice Museum Pass.

Tourist Essentials: How not to get lost

Water Bus in Venice
Being relatively small, Venice can be seen entirely on foot, options are however available, find here all you need to know: