Set by a canal, covered in white/greyish marble slabs on the outside, giving a magical look. Inside, the ceiling has fabulous paintings and the walls are covered in the same marble. The marble walls are bare, but the steps to the altar draw you to the picture of Madonna and child, which is the reason for the name of the... More

Not that well known to most tourists, but only five minutes from Zanipolo. One of the first renaissance buildings in Venice.

I have been to Venice many times and have never before seen this Renaissance gem. It is well worth searching out for its beautiful proportions, its marble, inside and out, and the curious story of its creation.

This simple little church is, I think, the only one in Venice you can see all four exterior walls. Inside there are about 50 individual portraits on the ceiling and the marble work on the outside continues on the inside. If you're lucky enough to get in when lots of other people aren't there it would be a lovely serene... More

amazing to see the domes and all the detail - but not close to the same than what you get in Spain and Portugal. Different architecture in different countries not close to what the Basilica look like

Tucked away in a quite corner of the north east of the city is this exquisite masterpiece of early renaissance, often called the ‘Jewel Box’ and is a favourite church of many Venetians. One of the many beautiful churches in the city, the outside is encase in rich and precious shades of marble, its location is a small square, and... More

It is closed on Sundays. Photography is allowed. The church is all marble. Not as extravagant as some other churches in town but somehow cute instead.

Small, the only church in Venice completely surrounded by canals; beautiful marble decorations; have heard it is a favorite choice for weddings by locals. One of the churches included in the Venetian Chorus Pass system. .

Complete and not over fussy but still incredible it was built for one picture, lovely ceiling with the prophets