Ca' Rezzonico
Venice, Italy
The monumental Baroque palace houses the Museum of 18th-century Venice with frescoes by Tiepolo, original furniture, sedan chairs and a historic pharmacy.
Ca' Rezzonico is a Baroque palace on the Grand Canal in Venice, housing the Museum of 18th-Century Venice. Construction began in 1649 by Baldassarre Longhena and was completed by Giorgio Massari in 1756. The exhibition includes ceiling frescoes by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, showcasing the life of Venetian aristocracy. The interiors feature original period furniture, sedan chairs, and an antique pharmacy. The museum offers insight into the culture and art of 18th-century Venice, presenting approximately 3,000 exhibits. It is an important place for understanding the city's history.
- Visit time: 1 h 30 min
What to look for
- Ceiling frescoes by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo in the Ballroom
- Original 18th-century furniture in the residential apartments
- An antique pharmacy with complete furnishings
- Collection of paintings by Canaletto and Guardi
Before you go
- Best time: In the morning, right after opening
- Crowds: Afternoons, especially on weekends and during the tourist season
- Note: Flash photography is prohibited; backpacks must be left in the cloakroom
Good to know
- The palace was home to the English poet Robert Browning, who died there in 1889. His son, Robert Barrett Browning, sold the palace in 1906.
- In 1935, the palace was purchased by the city of Venice and transformed into a museum to preserve and showcase 18th-century art and culture.
Sources: carezzonico.visitmuve.it, en.wikipedia.org
How long does it take to visit Ca' Rezzonico?
Plan about 1 h 30 min.
Nearby
- Palazzo Grassi — 90 m
- Osteria ai 4 Feri — 170 m
- Accademia Bridge — 230 m
- Gallerie dell'Accademia — 260 m
- Venice Jazz Club — 270 m
- Cantine del Vino Gia Schiavi — 280 m
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