About Basilica Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

Yes, Venice has plenty of churches, but don't skip the less-visited Basilica dei Frari. Built in Gothic style by the Franciscans between 1338 and 1438, don't be deceived by the church's understated look. This church is home to some of the finest artwork in Italy.
Titian's 'Assunta' and 'Madonna di Ca' Pesaro' - two of his important works - are here. Interestingly, the celebrated Venetian 16th-century painter is also interred in the building. Bellini's 'Madonna and Child Enthroned with Four Saints' is also quite splendid. The exquisite wood carvings of choir stalls are no less spectacular.
The church's campanile is the second highest in Venice.  

Must See

Venetian Renaissance masterpieces from painters Titian, Bellini, Donatello and Wood carvings.

How to reach

From the train station and from Piazzale Roma (bus terminal)
On foot: it takes about 15 minutes
Vaporetto: take Line 1 or Line 2 (San Marco bound) and get off at San Tomà stop

From Saint Mark’s square
On foot: it takes about 25 minutes; please follow signs towards Ferrovia-Piazzale Roma
Vaporetto: take Line 1 or Line 2 (Ferrovia bound) and get off at San Tomà stop

Tips

  • Dress modestly.
  • Mobile phones are not permitted within the church premises.
  • You can't enter the church with food and drinks.
  • Forbidden to touch any work of art.
  • You can take pictures but no flash photography.

Visit Time

Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

No waiting time

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adult: 3 euros

Children less than 11 yrs: Free

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 9.11°C

 

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