Basilica di SS. Giovanni e Paolo
Buildings & Monuments, Religious
East
History, Religion, Architecture, Art
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Notes: Attached to the hospital (Ospedale Civile) in the plaza, ask someone for exact location. Clean, safe, free, handicap accessible.
Basilica di SS. Giovanni e Paolo
San Zanipolo
Tombs of 25 magistrates
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Campo San Giovanni e Paolo, 6363 - Castello Venice, Veneto 30122 |
+39 41 523 7510 |
Description
Construction of this church started at the end of the 14th century by the Dominican friars. It was completed at the beginning of the 15th century. The remains of 25 chief magistrates are buried here. The sepulchral monuments are in the care of the Lombardi family. The monuments of Nicolo Marcello, Pietro Lombardo and Pietro Mocenigo are masterpieces by the same sculptor, whose works occupy the whole left side of the entrance. Also impressive is the monument erected in the honor of Andrea Vendramin, and the paintings by Veronese and Piazzetta.Mass is held at 8:30a, 10:30a, noon, and 6:30p. On saturdays, mass is held at 6:30p.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 7a-12:30p, 3:30p-7:30pVisit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Notes: Rarely a wait and the building is so massive that even when crowded, it doesn't seem so.
Price: Free
Exposure
Indoor with climate control. Notes: There will be minimum climate control in an older building of this size.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
Ospedale linee 23 - 52 Actv
Best Modes of Transportation:
Ferry/Boat
Walking
Notes: Vaporetto update: closest stop is Ospedale (Lines 51, 41/42), but it's an easy walk from the Piazza San Marco, S.M. Formosa, or Cannaregio.
Parking Availability: No
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