Le Stanze del Vetro

Contemporary glass exhibition

Dedicated gallery showcasing the artistic possibilities of glass through rotating exhibitions of contemporary glass creations.



What makes this place special

A premium experience

Whatever the current exhibition, expect remarkable glass creations presented with the care of a top museum. The simple, deliberately darkened interiors let the luminous works take center stage, creating an elegant and immersive atmosphere.

A noble mission

The gallery explores the many possibilities of glass as an artistic medium, helping bring this remarkable material back into the spotlight of the international art scene.

Free guided tours

Entry is free, and so are the guided tours led by expert guides.

Glass workshops

On selected occasions, glassmakers demonstrate their craft in live workshops, offering a fascinating glimpse into how glass can be transformed into art.

Le Stanze del Vetro : On some occasions, live workshops are held, such as this demonstration of glass mosaic placement

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Open gallery

Visiting the gallery

Entry is free, and you can simply walk in during opening hours and explore the current exhibition at your own pace.

Just keep in mind that the gallery is closed on Wednesdays.

Join a free guided tour

Free guided tours take place every weekend at 11:00 in English and 17:00 in Italian. No reservation is needed: simply show up and join the tour.

If you'd prefer a guided visit on another day, you can book one for yourself or a private group of up to 15 people. Just make sure to book at least two days in advance.

Visits aren't available on Wednesdays.

Virtual tour

Still undecided whether to go?

Explore current and past exhibitions through the virtual tours on the official website.

Explore virtual tours

Getting to the island of San Giorgio Maggiore

The gallery is on San Giorgio Maggiore, just a 5-minute walk along the northern quay from the island's vaporetto stop.

San Giorgio Maggiore : Viewed from the elevated viewpoint of St Mark's Campanile

Since you'll probably want to visit the church of San Giorgio Maggiore while you're here, we've included detailed directions for getting to the island on its main page.

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