Ca' Rezzonico — Attraction in Venice

At a time when Venice is missing a lot of tourism income, we decided to revisit Ca Rezzonico as it is adjacent to our hotel. Very poor entrance signage was the first impression (as much work must be underway in the central courtyard where long dust sheets are suspended) until we found a door that showed a girl sitting behind a desk. When we asked her about entrance tickets (€17.40 each) she directed us to the next section where a grim girl behind a glass partition eventually looked up at us but offered no words of welcome. She checked we were wearing the right specifications of face mask, and then demanded to see our Green Passes (COVID vaccination certificates). We handed them over and she reported that they were invalid according to her equipment. We told her that this was our fourth day in Venice. The passes had been accepted everywhere, including St. Mark’s Basilica that same afternoon. We pointed out they were printed copies with visible QR codes and applicable gdue dates until February. She shrugged and said she wanted to see our ID cards. We said we do not have ID cards in the U.K. and did not have our passports with us. She shrugged again, and insisted on seeing our ID cards….. We said “Farewell, Ca Rezzonico!” And left the remarkable curmudgeon with thirty-five euros safely unspent in our wallets! Sad story for a needy Museum that has poor staff...

Having morning coffee at Ca’ Rezzonico was one of the most peaceful and memorable experiences of our time in Venice. This hidden gem is the only place in Venice where you can sit right along the Grand Canal and enjoy your coffee with an uninterrupted waterfront view. Watching the gondolas glide past in the morning light while sipping a perfectly made espresso felt like a true Venetian moment.

The café at Ca’ Rezzonico, located next to the famous 18th-century palace-turned-museum, offers a serene escape from the busier parts of the city. Unlike many other cafés in Venice, which are tucked away in squares or along smaller canals, this spot gives you a front-row seat to the city’s iconic waterway.

The coffee was excellent, and the setting was unbeatable—quiet, atmospheric, and a perfect place to soak in the beauty of Venice before the crowds arrive. If you’re looking for a unique, relaxing start to your day in Venice, this is the...

A masterpiece of Venetian Baroque and Rococo architecture, the palace now serves as the Museum of 18th-Century Venice (Museo del Settecento Veneziano). It was originally commissioned in 1649 by the noble Bon family and designed by the renowned architect Baldassare Longhena. However, construction was halted due to Longhena’s death and the Bon family’s financial difficulties. In 1751, the palace was acquired by the wealthy Rezzonico family, who completed it in 1758 under the direction of Giorgio Massari. Since 1936, the palace has been open to the public as a museum showcasing the art, culture, and daily life of 18th-century Venetian nobility. Visitors can explore opulently decorated rooms, period furnishings, and works by artists such as Tiepolo and Longhi, offering a vivid glimpse into Venice’s golden age. ※ Included in the Venice...