Ca' d'Oro Palace in Venice: photos, reviews

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In the Cannaregio district, on the main street of the Grand Canal, lies Ca' d'Oro - one of the most famous palaces, astonishing tourists with its magnificence. Although its official name is Palazzo Santa Sofia, locals often call it the "Golden House." The reason is that gold leaf was used for the facade's decoration. For painting the building and the rooms, very expensive pigments were chosen, such as ultramarine (bright blue) and vermilion (bright red). Exquisite marble lace adorns the arches of the building. And because of the Gothic pointed arches, loggias, and small balconies, the construction appears fairy-tale-like and surreal. The palace is considered the most beautiful building in the Venetian Gothic style. Currently, the building houses the Franchetti Gallery, which displays a collection of Medieval paintings and sculptures. Here, works by Van Dyck, Tintoretto, and Francesco Guardi are exhibited.

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6 EUR

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Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for children

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Mărginean Cristina

Ca’ d’Oro este unul dintre cele mai elegante palate venețiene, remarcabil prin fațada sa gotică fin sculptată, asemănătoare unei dantele din piatră. Situată pe malul Canalului Grande, clădirea impresionează prin coloanele zvelte, arcadele trilobate și detaliile decorative delicate. Inițial acoperită cu foiță de aur, de unde și numele „Casa de Aur”, construcția reflectă luxul și rafinamentul Veneției din trecut. Ca’ d’Oro emană frumusețe, echilibru și o eleganță aproape fragilă, fiind un simbol al artei arhitecturale venețiene.

Nick Clowdelion

What a magical place! Especially near closing time! It's right next to a vaporetto stop, from which you get a nice front view of the magnificent facade. Upper floors are down for renovation l, that will last till 2026-27. Right now, only the courtyard with the stairs and mini garden are open for 3 euro. Still worth it! You can gaze at the Grand Canal through the lovely stone windows. Do keep in mind to look out for high water( I easily checked from a vaporetto too). Do give yourself plenty of time to just sit at the stone benches and marvel at the beautiful work if the craftsmen and the Baron himself! Like I said, the blpalazzo is in a busy area, but once inside? It's haven! And it was during peak season! Enjoy!

BEVIN MANUEL

Go early morning and sunset time, expect to much crowd

Ca' d'Oro Palace in Venice

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