Sestiere San Marco
Fondaco dei Tedeschi
Luxury shopping mall in a historical building, offering sweeping views from its rooftop terrace.
Rialto (4-min walk)
www.dfs.com
+39 041 314 2000
For access to the terrace, booking in advance is mandatory.
Highlights
'Warehouse of the Germans'
The English translation of the name reveals its origin: the building served as palace, warehouse, market and living quarters for predominantly Germanic merchants from cities such as Nuremberg and Augsburg.
The only shopping mall in Venice
More than 150 luxury brands spread across four floors provide a variety of shopping options: fashion items, perfumes and even fine wines and gourmet sweets.
The rooftop terrace
Book in advance for free access to the terrace, which offers close, elevated views of Canal Grande and Rialto Bridge.
Why visit
You can purchase high-quality souvenirs and enjoy sweeping views over Canal Grande and the Venetian skyline.
Good to know
Adjust your expectations
The rooftop terrace has become so popular that reservations need to be made well in advance.
Fingers crossed that it's not too late now.
Free toilets
Inside, you'll find clean, large toilets, making it a great pit-stop.
Connect the Dots
Another Fondaco
Another historical warehouse is Fondaco dei Turchi ('of the turks') that hosts the Natural History Museum.
Nearby
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