Sestiere San Polo
Chiesa di San Rocco
Church of Saint Roch
Confraternity church housing the remains of the protector against the plague.
S. Tomà (4-min walk)
www.scuolagrandesanrocco.org
+39 041 523 4864
Standard admission is €3.
Highlights
Sanctuary
The body of St. Roch has been preserved within the high altar since its transfer to Venice in 1485.
Site of pilgrimage
A testament to the belief in Saint Roch's miraculous protective powers against the plague and other epidemics.
Tintoretto
The 6 wall canvases from 1549 are a good introduction before viewing the abundance of masterworks by the famous painter at the adjacent Scuola.
Why visit
The beautiful art inside is a good warm-up before your visit to the adjacent Scuola Grande.
Connect the Dots
Plague votive churches
Venice is home to four other churches, built as acts of devotion and gratitude in the aftermath of the plague.
Perhaps the most iconic is Santa Maria della Salute.
Saint Roch
During the devastating plague, Saint Roch became renowned for his miraculous healings and emerged as a symbol of hope and resilience during times of adversity.
Scuola Grande
Continue your exploration of Tintoretto's remarkable artworks at the nearby Scuola.
Nearby
These top places are steps away from Chiesa di San Rocco:
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Da Vinci Interactive Museum
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Scuola di San Rocco
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Basilica dei Frari
tops 5 mins
San Pantalon
tops 5 mins
Venice Vintage Toys
tops 5 mins
Casa di Carlo Goldoni
tops 5 mins
Canal Grande
