Punta della Dogana : Two atlases support a gilded globe upon which the allegory of Fortuna stands, indicating the direction of the wind

Punta della Dogana : The extremity of the customs (italian 'dogana') building, crowned by the Fortuna statue

Punta della Dogana : The location, at the entrance of Canal Grande, next to Santa Maria della Salute, at the eastern extremity of the Dorsoduro district

Punta della Dogana : The waterfront provides an excellent vantage point at any time of day (Chiesa del Santissimo Redentore located across the Giudecca Canal, shortly before sunrise)

Punta della Dogana : San Giorgio Maggiore when the sun is just about to come out

Punta della Dogana : Venice's iconic skyline around Piazza San Marco at sunrise

Punta della Dogana

Contemporary art museum housed in a former customs building with a stunning 270° vantage point.

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Standard admission is €18. Access depends on exhibitions.

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Highlights

The 270° views

Situated opposite Piazza San Marco, where Canal Grande meets the lagoon, this vantage point offers stunning views of the entire San Marco basin.

Dogana da Mar

Originally a 17th-century customs house, the building taxed and stored goods arriving by sea before transferring them to ships for distribution through Venice's canals.

An iconic statue

Atop, two Atlas figures lift a gilded globe with the statue of Fortuna indicating the wind’s direction. The statue reminded traders of fate's unpredictability.

The transformation

Similar to Palazzo Grassi, the building was redesigned by architect Tadao Ando to house contemporary art from François Pinault's collection.

Why visit

Renowned for its spectacular views of the Venetian waterfront and lagoon, it's the perfect way to end a leisurely stroll through the charming Dorsoduro neighborhood.

Enhance Your Experience

Be there at sunrise too

Sunrise is a magical time to watch the city wake up.

From this vantage point, you can see Palazzo Ducale bathed in soft pink hues as the morning light spreads, and the basin slowly stirs with boat traffic.