Palaces of Venice

What’s one of the most ancient and majestic cities ti Italy, in your opinion? Do you think it’s Rome? Well, actually it’s about Venice! If you plan to visit this wonderful city, we recommend you to book transfer in Venice in advance to ensure a comfortable journey. Having visited this city at least once in your life, you will remember its unusual architecture forever! First, because it’s a unique city. Second, because it acquired global fame due to its amazing and wonderful palaces, which are the subject of our article today.

The Doge’s Palace

This palace in Gothic style was built as the main residence of the rules of the past times who were called doges. The construction of this palace began in 1309 and ended more than one hundred years later – in 1424. Nowadays, you don’t need to be doge to visit the palace. It was turned into the museum available for everyone who visits the city in the period from April to October. The building itself is a remarkable and attractive element of Venetian architecture. The entry fee is 20 euro.

Barbarigo Palace

This building dates back to the 15th century. The most prominent features of the palace are: classicism of the forms and the absence of vulgarity in its look. In the 19th century, Barbarigo palace got a new owner, who decided to change the interior of the facades and ordered to decorate it with Murano glass. Nowadays, every tourist has a chance to visit this place without any restrictions and problems. You’ll get an opportunity to walk along the long and wide halls, and buy souvenirs in the local stores situated inside the palace.

The Fondaco dei Tedeschi

The building was constructed in 1228 as a result of the mutual work and cooperation of German and Venetian citizens. Unfortunately, the fire damaged the palace in 1505. However, it was seen as a sign of further reconstruction. This beautiful building built in Gothic style has a wide inner yard, a wonderful stone canopy located on the level of the Grand Canal and framed with amazing serrated cornice.

The Fondaco dei Turchi

This building is a historical landmark that serves as one of the most prominent examples of Byzantine architecture. It’s one of the oldest constructions in the whole city. The building of this palace lasted from the 10th until 13th century with the aim to give for the purposes of Turkish merchant communities. The local government has purchased the building in 1860: it was fully repaired reconstructed. Due to works, the palace has acquired its Byzantine look again.

Nowadays, tourists can visit the Museum of Natural History within the walls of this palace. There are plenty of archaeological relics in the possession of the museum:

crocodile’s bones of the Neolithic period;
dinosaurs’ skeletons;
aquariums filled with unique and rare birds.

Grimani Palace

This building is situated not far away from the Rialto Bridge. The Grimani Palace had been erected in the Renaissance period for the use of local kings, however, after their death, it has been constantly rebuilt by the heirs. The building is separated into three parts and has a miniature back yard. The white facades of the palace are decorated with multicolored marble. Nowadays, it is used a seat of the Venice Court of Appeal.

Cavalli-Franchetti Palace

The palace is situated next to the Ponte dell'Accademia, one of the few bridges crossing the Grand Canal. The building was constructed in Gothic style. It has become a unique landmark and the pride of the entire country. The history of this palace dates back to the 16th century. Nowadays, the halls of this palace are used as a seat of the Institute of Science, Literature and Art.

It’s possible to see all Venice palaces at once if taking a tour along the Grand Canal in vaporetto boat. Yet, it would be even more comfortable to book water taxi in Venice.

Palaces of Venice