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Scuola Grande di San Rocco

San Polo, 3052 | Campo San Rocco, 30125 Venice, Italy
39.041.52.34.864
Ranked #3 of 73 shopping in Venice
4.5 of 5 stars 95 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Art Galleries, Architectural Buildings
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ARCADIA, CA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Absolutely beautiful Scuola, with unparalleled expression by a single artist (Tintoretto) of his feelings about both the Old and New Testament. Our favorite museum in Venice, probably in Italy. Don't miss! More

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Herndon, Virginia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Everyone may not have the luxury, but, our conference organizers arranged a concert performance by Interpreti Venezia. It was wonderful! More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Enormous in scale within, replete with wonderful images by leading Venetiain artists and craftsmen, including a Titian and a Giorgione. The wooden sculptures surrounding the upstairs great hall are worthy of study ... the hand mirrors aid a viewing of the ceiling paintings, which are far overhead. More

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toronto
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

for me, the San Rocco and Frari church constitute two of the most important buildings in Venice. If you do not have the time to visit much else, they will capture the vigor and excellence of Veneitian painting and architecture for you. But remember, you need to spend two or three hours. They are just steps from each other. More

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Dripping Springs, TX
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

This is a beautiful museum. Get the audio guide to get the most out of it. On the top floor, they provide mirrors so you can see the paintings on the ceiling without straining your neck. It's across the street from the Frari Church and the two attractions provide some of the best art in Venice. More

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Reading, UK
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

I had been to San Rocco before (both the church and the "Scuola" which are next door to each other) and remembered them as interesting. They are close to the Frari church so you can plan to do them in one day. The wood carvings are amazing, but the overall effect is too dark, and, sadly, I decided that so... More

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Canberra, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Tintoretto spent 20 years painting the ceilings and walls of this amazing place. Make sure you get an audioguide and take as much time as possible. This place is incredible. More

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Wellington, Colorado
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

This was the most amazing thing that we saw in Venice. Even better than the Doge Palace. It was mindshattering. There was so much to see. Give yourself at least 2 hours. More

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Falmouth, MA
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102 reviews 102 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

San Rocco is another glorious experience for lovers of art. Like others we gasped when we entered the second floor hall to view the incredible Tintoretto paintings. This is a must see for art lovers. And, don't forget to use one of the mirrors to view the paintings on the ceiling. It's around the corner from the Friari so you... More

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Norwalk
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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One of the most beautiful things we saw or did in Venice. The artwork is indescribable. Upstairs grab a mirror to see the fresco's on the ceiling. I missed them and my neck regretted it. More

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