Museo di Palazzo Grimani
Museo di Palazzo Grimani
Museo di Palazzo Grimani
4.5
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
Open to the public on December 20, 2008, after a long restoration, it is currently a Museum belonging to the Veneto Museum Pole. Palazzo Grimani constitutes for the city of Venice a particularly precious novelty for the originality of the architecture, for the decorations and for its history. The long restoration by the Superintendence included the interior decorations, including: the Camerino di Callisto, with stucco by Giovanni da Udine; the Camerino di Apollo, with frescoes by Francesco Salviati and Giovanni da Udine; the Sala del Doge Antonio, decorated with stucco and polychrome marbles; the Sala a Fogliami by Camillo Mantovano, with the ceiling entirely covered with fruit trees, flowers and animals; and the Tribune that housed more than a hundred pieces of the archaeological collection. Here, the sculpture depicting the Kidnapping of Ganimede is suspended in the center of the vault decorated by lacunae.
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Neighbourhood: Castello
Castello is the largest of the six sestieri (districts), and the only one not facing onto the Grand Canal. More than half of Castello is situated within Arsenale, the naval base, which occupies over one-fifth the area of Venice. This gentrified maritime neighbourhood feels busy but casual. Castello’s side streets are laid back, with small boats lining canals criss-crossed by laundry. Semiannual exhibitions add a strong artsy current to the Arsenale area. Via Garibaldi in Castello, with its shops and bars, has one of Venice's rare straight and wide boulevards. When a large ship turns around the Lido to enter the Giudecca Canal, the startling sight creates an illusion that it will run aground right on Via Garibaldi! Families treasure Giardini near the island's tip, green with rare trees and grass, and Riva degli Schiavoni is a popular spot for Venetians to take a stroll to watch the sunset.
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Sept 2020
I want to warn everybody to visit this palace, because it is not a museum, but you see appr. a dozen EMPTY rooms, and in about 3 or 4 rooms only a very limited number of objects. The empty rooms as such are quite nice, but it is visible, that the objects formerly in them have been removed. To pay 16 Euro for an entrance ticket to see an empty palace is pure robbery! Apart from that: It is a shame that a public institution is not hindered from rendering such "services". Venice would possess many objects of art which could be exposed here!
Written 6 September 2020
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Writerontherecord
Los Angeles, CA
May 2013 • Family
In all my visits to Venice I'd never even heard of the Palazzo Grimani: was taken there by one of Context Tours excellent guides, and told that it was only opened to the public in the past couple of years. I'm thrilled I got to see it - it's a very unusual and fabulous 16th-century palace that seems to be off the tourist radar so far, yet boasts a couple of truly sensational painted rooms unlike anything else. In fact I hope to return and spend more time scrutinizing the elaborately-frescoed ceilings and trompe l'oeil wall paintings. There's also - amazingly - a small Hieronymous Bosch triptych in one room - this "attraction" is well worth a detour from the nearby crowds at San Marco.
Written 21 May 2013
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Stephen W
Lansing, MI
May 2017
This renaissance style palace became museum in 2015 thus it isn't as popular as the others in Venice but it's truly worth to visit. The decorated ceiling is breathtaking and you can have it to yourself for a long time since there aren't many tourists in the palazzo. The entry fee is only Five euro.
Written 23 May 2017
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luvroma2
Reading, PA
May 2014 • Couples
Although most of the art works have been stripped from this palazzo, the structure gives you a very good idea of how the very wealthy Venetians lived. You will see statues and paintings which came from this palazzo throughout other museums in Venice. At times, there are special exhibits at this venue. It is not in the main tourist area, but is worth seeking out. Admission is included in the price of the ticket to the Accademia.
Written 23 May 2014
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Bill B
Baton Rouge
Oct 2012 • Couples
We had a hard time finding the Palazzo Grimani when we were in Venice. We wandered around for a long time fighting with the accuracy of the GPS, but just before we were going to give up, we did find it.
I found the price of entry to be a little high for what was inside. But if you get past that, it was very interesting to see what was a very luxurious private home. I had been hoping to get to see some of the Palazzos in Venice, but I had a very hard time finding one that was open to the public. This is one of the few that I could find.
I don't recall there being an audioguide, and the information provided was sometimes confusing. It's not a wonderfully designed museum, especially for the money. However, there is value to be had here. The rooms are elegant, especially the one designed for display of statues. We enjoyed seeing the private chapel and the latter rooms especially. We were able to figure out some information once we got the hang of the layout.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend it for a short stay in Venice, but for a longer stay or a second visit, it's worth seeing in my opinion. Part of the experience is finding the place too if you have time to wander. Otherwise, stick with the highlights.
I found the price of entry to be a little high for what was inside. But if you get past that, it was very interesting to see what was a very luxurious private home. I had been hoping to get to see some of the Palazzos in Venice, but I had a very hard time finding one that was open to the public. This is one of the few that I could find.
I don't recall there being an audioguide, and the information provided was sometimes confusing. It's not a wonderfully designed museum, especially for the money. However, there is value to be had here. The rooms are elegant, especially the one designed for display of statues. We enjoyed seeing the private chapel and the latter rooms especially. We were able to figure out some information once we got the hang of the layout.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend it for a short stay in Venice, but for a longer stay or a second visit, it's worth seeing in my opinion. Part of the experience is finding the place too if you have time to wander. Otherwise, stick with the highlights.
Written 12 September 2013
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Stats72
Burnley, UK
May 2019 • Couples
We only visited late at night as we are fans of the 1973 cult thriller film " don't look now" , and this is the site of the iconic ending. Impressive from outside but I can't comment on the inside. It was purely co-incidental, but we did see some one dressed in a red coat scurrying over the nearby bridge...any fans of the film will know what I'm referring to!!
Written 13 May 2019
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Mar 2019 • Couples
I visited it during a Sunday so there weren't so many people. Every room was different and I loved the one with so many animals and plants. It's worth it, very recommended.
Written 6 March 2019
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tirol76
Innsbruck, Austria
Jan 2016 • Couples
We stayed in the area close to Palazzo Grimani and loved the area. It is authentic and not as touristy as most of Venice. The Palazzo Grimani just opened its doors recently. Don't expect any furniture, but the most amazing ceiling decorations. It is defenitely worth a visit.
Written 2 January 2016
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luvroma2
Reading, PA
Oct 2015 • Couples
This is a beautiful palazzo that no longer has its furnishings. It often hosts temporary art exhibits but even if there is not an exhibit, it is worth a visit just to see the palazzo. Although it is not located on the Grand Canal, it is still a grand and elaborate structure.
Written 13 October 2015
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theproseclerk
Melbourne, Australia
Jan 2014 • Solo
Oh this was one of the most amazing palazzi on offer in Venezia. Staff were cordial and welcoming, and the palazzo gives the visitor a genuine sense of how a Venetian palace would be experienced, gradually proceeding up the stairs and through the processional rooms to the encounter with the owner. This place is a must see, and tourists should see it prior to visiting the Museo Correr / Museo Nazionale where much of the Grimani collection is now held. A highlight are the principal rooms leading to the scuplture room, where Ganymede hangs above the visitor as a lone reminder of the grandeur the room once held. The palazzo is a great example of the many secrets Venezia holds for the intrepid visitor or resident.
Written 14 February 2014
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buongiorno a tutti! qual'è l'opera di Bosch esposta a palazzo Grimani?
grazie mille
Written 21 February 2018
Buongiorno, attualmente non vi sono opere di Bosch esposte a Palazzo Grimani. Le "Visioni dell'aldilà", esposte nel nostro museo fino a due anni fa, sono attualmente visibili alle Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia.
Written 9 April 2018
I went here years ago & have been trying to find it ever since.
Written 9 April 2017
Heather, you're quite right, you need to map or satnav your way there. It's obvious when you are in Piazza Maria Formosa but that takes a bit of doing. The pleasure of walking through the little alleys to get there is what makes Venice special. Or, of course, if you are feeling really minted then you could always get a gondola to take you there, like a taxi!
Written 20 April 2017
I would like to know:
How much is the fee .
What area od Venice
What days it is open
Thank you
Maria
Written 23 July 2015
It costs 4 euros to visit and is open most days 9am until 7pm. It is not far from Campo Santa Maria Formosa.
Written 24 July 2015
Dear Gig Harbor
No, at the moment it is not possible to buy tickets online for the Museum of Palazzo Grimani.
You can either buy a single ticket at the museum's bookshop at Palazzo Grimani or a combined ticket with the Accademia Gallery (at the Accademia Gallery or at Palazzo Grimani).
Best regards
staff
Written 17 July 2015
frb33200
Venice, Italy
je voudrais simplement savoir s'il y a des chambres avec des lits jumeaux merci
Written 28 December 2014
C'est tout à fait possible, se rendre au Palais Grimani avec 2 sacs de couchage ou 2 matelas pneumatiques, éventuellement les laisser à la consigne; ensuite se cacher dans les toilettes et attendre la fermeture du musée pour récupérer les sacs ou matelas, vous pouvez alors vous installer dans la pièce de votre choix.
Seul inconvénient, le Palais n'assure pas le petit-déjeuner.
Written 28 December 2014
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