Sestiere San Marco
Chiesa di Santa Maria del Giglio (Zobenigo)
Church of St. Mary of the Lily
Roman Catholic church with a remarkable Baroque Venetian facade featuring distinct relief maps.
Giglio (2-min walk)
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Standard admission is €3.50. Free entrance with the Chorus pass or with the official city pass.
Highlights
Venetian Baroque extravagance
Commissioned by the Barbaro family, the stunning facade celebrates their long history of maritime and political victories with relief galleys and battle scenes, statues and:
Distinct relief maps
At the very base of the facade are six marble relief city plans, where you can easily recognize the buildings of Rome, along with other cities under Venetian influence: Padua, Zadar, Split, Corfu and Heraklion.
Ceiling
The nave ceiling features three large canvases portraying significant events in the life of the Virgin Mary: her birth, coronation and assumption.
Why visit
After marveling at the facade, you'll discover a variety of artworks inside, including the only canvas by Flemish artist Peter Paul Rubens in Venice.
Free Admission with
Chorus Pass
Gain entry to this church and all the additional 18 on the Chorus circuit with a single, exceptional value ticket.
Official City Pass
Includes the Chorus pass and offers cost-effective, direct entry to 12 other top spots, including Palazzo Ducale.
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San Vidal
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