
Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo
Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo
Venice, Italy
Vast, art-filled Gothic edifice, burial place of 25 doges, with a ceiling decorated by Veronese.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Vast, art-filled Gothic edifice, burial place of 25 doges, with a ceiling decorated by Veronese.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ Angela Keegan — a week ago
A truly beautiful and serene church, with so much history linked to the Doges of Venezia. There is gorgeous art in the form of sculpture, paintings, wood carvings, and gilt. The magnificent stain glass window is the result of Murano craftsmanship and the many alters offer quiet corners for reflection. Entry is only €3.50 each, and comes with an audio guide QR code (our was in English). The guide does go a bit too fast through the different areas, so use the pause button if you want time to savou
**★★★★★ Peter Bracke — a month ago
An amazing experience to go into this Basilica.The art is very impressive but the overall atmosphere and feel is mind blowing. I have an apartment in Venice since 10 years and fell ashamed I only find this church now - truly fantastic!
**★★★★★ Luca Fabio Duda — 3 months ago
I‘d recommend this Basilica. Beatiful archtecture… Catholic meets Venizian style… you can pay 3,50€ if you want and its very big, silent and quite beautiful. Please, don‘t miss the little rooms on the left side!
**★★★★★ Michael Offord — 4 months ago
A wonderfully impressive cathedral filled with stunning carved monuments, as well as a beautiful stained glass windows. There are a number of very beautiful chapels and side rooms, with paintings by famous local artists.
**★★★★★ Anouk Wiertz — 4 months ago
Honestly, I found this basilica more beautiful than the San Marco. Very quiet, you're free to walk around and the entrance fee is only a few euros.















