Discover these 11 incredible sights with free admission, where you can experience the charm and history of Venice without opening your wallet.
Perfect for travelers seeking to explore the city's beauty while staying on budget.
Church concealing a vast ceiling painting that spans the heavens above.
The breathtaking ceiling, with its vibrant celestial scene and mesmerizing sense of depth, is sure to leave you in awe.
Explore San Pantalon
Historic shipyard powering Venice's former naval supremacy.
Perfect for boys of all ages, yet everyone will be amazed by the history of the complex and fascinated by the giant sculpture depicting six pairs of hands.
Explore Arsenale
Museum dedicated to the art of Italian violin making, housed in a centuries-old deconsecrated church.
Few places in the world feature a church as the setting for a music museum, while also offering free entry.
Explore Museo della Musica
Waterfront church located on the site where Vivaldi once worked, featuring evening classical concerts.
Best experienced by attending an evening concert, when you can admire Tiepolo's ceiling fresco while the uplifting rendition of 'The Four Seasons' fills the church space.
Explore Chiesa della Pieta (Vivaldi Church)
Baroque votive church with a unique octagonal design.
Dominating the southern entrance of the Canal Grande, the church's silhouette has become one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. Why not experience its dramatic Baroque up close?
Explore Santa Maria della Salute
Quirky bookshop complete with resident cats and its own gondola.
Step into a unique book lover's paradise where books rest in gondolas, overseen by charming resident cats.
Explore Libreria Acqua Alta
Veneto-Byzantine church with a history of aiding the less fortunate.
It's a beautiful and tranquil church, nestled away from the crowds in a characterful part of Dorsoduro.
Explore San Nicolo dei Mendicoli
Roman Catholic church with an over-the-top Baroque facade and an equally impressive altarpiece.
Just a short detour from Piazza San Marco, it's well worth the visit for its beautiful artwork and stunning ornate facade.
Explore San Moise
Monumental Baroque church, adorned with abundant art and featuring two hidden gems.
If you're near Rialto, it costs nothing to step into this impressive church and take a break from the crowds while enjoying remarkable art.
Explore San Salvador
Tiny Gothic church with a large, unusual 15th-century clock on its facade.
A refreshing change from the grand churches of Venice, and a convenient stop if you're heading to the iconic fish market.
Explore San Giacomo di Rialto
Historic market with lively stalls providing a glimpse into authentic Venetian life.
A feast for the senses: delight in vibrant colors, immerse yourself in an array of intoxicating smells, and listen to the lively banter of stallholders speaking in Venetian dialect.
Explore Rialto Market