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Santi Giovanni e Paolo is in Castelo district and rivals the Frari as the city’s grandest Gothic Church. Also known as San Zanipolo this remarkable Gothic church was built in the late 13-th century and early 14th century by the Dominican Order. It houses monuments of 25 doges.

Most of the tombs are works of art sculptured by Pietro Lombardo. The Tomb of Pietro Mocenigo, the Tomb of Andrea Vendramin and the Tomb of Nicolo Marcello are all masterpieces by Lombardo. Cappella del Rosario (Rosary Chapel) was decorated by Veronese.

Where is Santi Giovanni e Paolo: Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Castello district

How to get to Santi Giovanni e Paolo: By vaporetto- Fondamente Nuove or Ospedale Civile stop

Opening Hours: Daily from 9AM to 12:30PM; 3:30PM to 7PM


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