Ca' Rezzonico

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In Dorsoduro on the Grand Canal, Ca' Rezzonico, also known as the Museo del Settecento Veneziano, places you inside an 18th-century Venetian palace with frescoed salons, period furniture, and works by Giambattista Tiepolo, Pietro Longhi, and Canaletto.

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6 tips for visiting the Ca' Rezzonico

Book before your Venice museum day

If your priority is a low-stress entry, book before your museum day instead of deciding at the desk in peak windows. Weekend demand in Dorsoduro can compress arrivals quickly. Early booking keeps your pace calm from the first room.

Use line 1 for direct arrival

If you want a straightforward approach, use vaporetto line 1 to the Ca' Rezzonico stop from Piazzale Roma, Santa Lucia, or Lido. In tight Venice lanes, water access usually removes bridge-heavy detours. You arrive with more energy for the galleries.

Plan around Tuesday closure

Ca' Rezzonico is closed on Tuesdays; standard seasonal closing is 5 pm in winter and 6 pm in summer, with Friday/Saturday extension to 8 pm from May 1 to September 26, 2026. If your itinerary is tight, lock your museum slot first, then shape lunch and nearby stops around it.

Carry only day essentials

Suitcases and bulky bags are not allowed in museum areas, and security can route extra items to cloakroom service. If you are between hotels, store big luggage before arrival and keep only day essentials. This avoids entry friction and saves time.

Pair one nearby art stop

For a balanced half-day, pair Ca' Rezzonico with Accademia or Peggy Guggenheim Collection, then finish with Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari if you still have energy. These stops sit in the same central zone, so you spend more time visiting and less time transferring. One clear pairing keeps the day focused.

Start with the first floor rooms

If this is your first visit, go to the ceremonial first-floor rooms early, then continue to the second-floor painting rooms. You will see headline spaces before group waves build in narrower passages. That order makes your route smoother.

How to plan a Ca' Rezzonico visit in Dorsoduro

Ca' Rezzonico works best when you decide format, timing, and one nearby pairing before you arrive. A short plan removes friction and lets you focus on rooms, not logistics.

Choose the ticket format first

Best for one museum stop: single ticket. Best if you want an 18th-century trio: the combined ticket with Palazzi Mocenigo and Carlo Goldoni's House. Best for wider civic-museum coverage: Museum Pass. Decide this early so your route stays simple. Book now.

Time your entry by season

The museum runs two seasonal windows, with winter closing at 5 pm and standard summer closing at 6 pm; from May 1 to September 26, 2026, Friday and Saturday opening extends to 8 pm. It is closed on Tuesdays. If your day is tight, enter in the first hour to protect gallery time from late-day compression.

Arrive by line 1 and travel light

The direct route is vaporetto line 1 to the Ca' Rezzonico stop. If you are moving between hotels, drop large bags first because oversized luggage is not allowed in galleries. A light arrival lowers entry stress and helps you start faster.

Add one nearby stop without rushing

If this is your first art-focused day, pair Ca' Rezzonico with Accademia. If you prefer a style contrast, pair with Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Families and slower walkers usually benefit from stopping at two venues max, so energy stays high through the final room.

History behind the palace

The building you visit today is a social and architectural story of unfinished ambition, rapid ascent, and civic reuse. Knowing the timeline makes each room feel more intentional.

From Bon project to Rezzonico completion

In the 17th century, the Bon family commissioned Baldassare Longhena to build the palace, but finances failed and works stopped after his death in 1682. In 1750, Giambattista Rezzonico bought the unfinished structure and asked Giorgio Massari to complete it within six years.

1758 and the family peak

The Rezzonico rise peaked in 1758 when Carlo Rezzonico became Pope Clement XIII. That political visibility helps explain why the palace interiors project ceremony, confidence, and social positioning in every major room.

1935: from empty palace to museum

After ownership changes and loss of original furnishings, the city purchased the palace in 1935 to house 18th-century collections. The museum model intentionally rebuilt atmosphere with paintings, furniture, and relocated decorative elements from other Venetian palaces.

A Grand Canal façade made for impact

The façade and interior sequence were designed for visual drama: light-dark rhythm, ceremonial progression, and a strong axis from water entrance to inner spaces. In practice, this is why Ca' Rezzonico feels less like a neutral gallery and more like a lived aristocratic stage set.

What to see floor by floor at Ca' Rezzonico

The museum rewards a floor-based route, because each level has a distinct tone and purpose. A structured sequence helps you avoid decision fatigue and preserve attention.

Browning mezzanine as your warm-up

Near the café staircase, the Browning Mezzanine introduces the Mestrovich Collection, including works linked to Jacopo Tintoretto and Bonifacio de' Pitati. If you want a gentle start before larger ceremonial rooms, begin here and calibrate your pace.

First floor for ceremonial Venice

The first floor concentrates eleven rooms with paintings, sculpture, frescoed ceilings, and 18th-century furnishings. For first-time visitors this is the core identity layer of the museum, so give these rooms priority before adding extra detours.

Second floor for headline painters

The second floor opens with a long Venetian central hall and includes early works by Canaletto, plus key rooms dedicated to Pietro Longhi and the Giandomenico Tiepolo frescoes from Villa Zianigo. If your priority is painting depth, this level deserves extra time.

Third floor as the specialist finish

The third floor adds the three rooms of the Ai Do San Marchi Pharmacy and the Egidio Martini bequest. This is a strong final layer for repeat visitors, while first-time visitors can treat it as an optional extension if energy and time remain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ca' Rezzonico?

For calmer rooms, go in the first opening hour on a non-Tuesday weekday. In peak Venice periods, late morning can feel busier in narrower passages. Early entry gives you cleaner viewing flow.

How long should I plan for the visit?

Most visitors are comfortable with about 60 to 90 minutes. If you pair nearby museums like Accademia or Peggy Guggenheim Collection, plan a half-day cultural block.

Which ticket format should I choose first?

If Ca' Rezzonico is your only stop, start with the single ticket. If you will add Palazzi Mocenigo and Carlo Goldoni's House, the 18th-century combined ticket is usually better value. If your plan includes several civic museums, the Museum Pass is generally the most flexible.

Is Ca' Rezzonico wheelchair accessible?

Ca' Rezzonico is fully accessible for disabled visitors and provides a lift. Because the palace is historic, some floors and steps can be irregular, so a slower pace on transitions is helpful.

Can I bring luggage inside the museum?

Bulky luggage is not admitted in museum areas, and oversized items must be handled before entry. Staff may direct medium bags, backpacks, and umbrellas to the free cloakroom.

How do I reach Ca' Rezzonico from Santa Lucia station?

Use vaporetto line 1 and get off at the Ca' Rezzonico stop. It is the direct water route from Santa Lucia. Check live transport updates before departure.

Is the museum open every day?

No. Ca' Rezzonico is closed on Tuesdays. Seasonal opening windows are 10 am to 5 pm in winter and 10 am to 6 pm in summer, with last admission one hour before closing; from May 1 to September 26, 2026, Friday and Saturday opening extends to 8 pm.

What nearby places work best in the same plan?

For a compact route, pair Ca' Rezzonico with Accademia or Peggy Guggenheim Collection. If you want one more stop, add Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. This keeps transfers short and the day coherent.

General information

opening hours

From April 1 to October 31: 10 am to 6 pm (last admission 5 pm).
From November 1 to March 31: 10 am to 5 pm (last admission 4 pm).
From May 1 to September 26, 2026, Friday and Saturday hours extend to 8 pm (last admission 7 pm).
The museum is closed on Tuesdays, and closing procedures begin 20 minutes before closing.

tickets

Admission rates:
- Single ticket: EUR 15.00; reduced ticket: EUR 7.50 for ages 6-14, students ages 15-25, visitors over 65, Rolling Venice Card holders, and ISIC holders
- 18th Century Venice combined ticket (includes Ca' Rezzonico, Palazzi Mocenigo, and Carlo Goldoni's House): EUR 20.00, reduced EUR 10.00, valid 3 months for one entry per museum
- Museum Pass: EUR 50.00, reduced EUR 25.00, valid 6 months for one entry per included museum
Free entry includes children ages 0-5, Venetian citizens and residents, and disabled visitors with one helper. Online booking is available only for the main reduced categories; other reduced and free tickets are issued at the ticket office with valid documents. The MUVE app audio guide is included with admission.

address

Ca' Rezzonico
Dorsoduro 3136
30123 Venice
Italy

how to get there

Vaporetto: line 1 to Ca' Rezzonico stop from Piazzale Roma, Santa Lucia Railway Station, or Lido di Venezia.
Useful official transport references include ACTV (waterbus/bus), ATVO (airport bus), and Alilaguna (motorboat).
Check live transport schedules before departure.

accessibility

Ca' Rezzonico is fully accessible for disabled visitors and provides a lift, accessible services, and a baby pit-stop room.
The Spazio '700 - MUVE FOR ALL area on the ground floor is designed for inclusive, multisensory orientation.
Because this is a historic building, some floors and steps can be uneven or slippery.

security

At entry, security staff may inspect bags, and visitors whose face is covered with a veil may be asked to show identification before admission.
Please keep extra time for checks during busy arrival windows.

cloakroom

Suitcases, trolleys, and bulky luggage are not permitted in museum areas (over 1 m (3.3 ft) total linear dimensions).
Medium bags, backpacks, umbrellas, and similar items can be left in the cloakroom free of charge, subject to staff directions.