About
Ca' Pesaro, also known as Palazzo Pesaro, is a Baroque palace on the Grand Canal in Venice, in the Santa Croce district. Built in the 17th century, it stands along one of the city's best-known waterways, so arriving by boat is part of the experience.
What you will find inside
The palace houses two museums under one roof: the International Gallery of Modern Art and the Oriental Art Museum. The modern art collection suits visitors interested in painting and sculpture from the 19th and 20th centuries, while the Oriental collection offers a different view of the city's cultural connections with distant regions.
Planning your visit
- Location: Santa Croce, 2076, 30135 Venezia, Italy, in the Veneto region.
- Setting: A palace on the Grand Canal, close to the bustling water traffic of the city.
- Contact: +39 041 721 127, if you wish to check details before you go.
Because the palace is an architectural landmark as well as a museum, many visitors combine the two, spending time both in the galleries and admiring the building's facade from the water. It makes a sensible stop for anyone who wants to balance Venice's famous churches and squares with indoor art.
Around the palace, the Santa Croce area offers quieter streets and neighbourhood cafés, a pleasant contrast to the busier parts of the city. If you enjoy art, architecture and waterside walks, Ca' Pesaro is a worthwhile addition to a Venice itinerary.