National Archaeological Museum Venice
The National Archaeological Museum of Venice, located in the monumental complex of Piazza San Marco, offers a remarkable journey through antiquity. Established in the 16th century, it houses collections donated by noble Venetian families, reflecting the city’s fascination with classical culture. Visitors can admire Greek and Roman sculptures, finely carved reliefs, ancient bronzes, and ceramics that reveal the artistry of Mediterranean civilizations. The museum also preserves coins, gems, and archaeological finds that illustrate daily life in antiquity. Its galleries highlight the humanist spirit of Renaissance Venice, where classical heritage was cherished and studied. Set within the Procuratie Nuove, the museum’s elegant architecture enhances the experience, blending history and art in one of the city’s most iconic settings. Today, the National Archaeological Museum stands as a cultural treasure, inviting travelers to explore the timeless legacy of the ancient world at the very heart of Venice.
Venice ItalyNational Archaeological Museum of Venice is located in Piazza San Marco, within the Ala Napoleonica (Napoleonic Wing) of the Procuratie Nuove, at Piazzetta San Marco 52, sharing entrance access with the Museo Correr. Positioned on the south side of the iconic square overlooking the Basilica di San Marco, it forms part of the Museums of St. Mark's Square circuit, reachable by vaporetto at San Marco or San Zaccaria stops. Nearby landmarks include St. Mark's Basilica and Campanile directly across the piazza, Doge's Palace to the east along the waterfront, the Renaissance Biblioteca Marciana library adjacent, and Museo Correr rooms on the same floor, with the Grand Canal and Rialto Bridge a short walk away.
Doge's Palace
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Museo Correr
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Gallerie dell’Accademia
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Peggy Guggenheim Collection
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Ca' Rezzonico
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Ca' Pesaro
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Museum of Oriental Art
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Natural History Museum Venice
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Naval History Museum
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Glass Museum
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Lace Museum
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Mocenigo Palace-Museum
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Fortuny Museum
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Galleria Giorgio Franchetti
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Jewish Museum of Venice
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Museo di Palazzo Grimani
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Scuola Grande di San Rocco
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Leonardo da Vinci Museum
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Music Museum
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Palazzo Grassi
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Punta della Dogana
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Querini Stampalia Foundation
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Casa di Carlo Goldoni
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Marciana National Library
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Teatro La Fenice
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Teatro Goldoni
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Teatro Malibran
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Teatro Toniolo
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A plus A Gallery
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Bugno Art Gallery
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Contini Art Gallery
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Negropontes
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Tommaso Calabro
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Mare Karina
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Wentrup Venezia
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Barbati Gallery
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Marignana Arte
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Michela Rizzo Gallery
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Caterina Tognon Gallery
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Victoria Miro – Venice
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La Galleria Dorothea van der Koelen
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AKKA Project Gallery
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Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
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Ca’ Vendramin Calergi
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Palazzo Contarini Polignac
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Palazzo Zorzi Galeoni
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Palazzo Papadopoli
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Palazzo Erizzo Nani Mocenigo
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St. Mark’s Basilica
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Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
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Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
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Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo
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Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
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Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli
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Chiesa di Santa Maria Formosa
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Church of Saint Mary of the Lily
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Church of San Zan Degolà
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Giardini della Biennale
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Giardini Papadopoli
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Giardini Reali
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Giardini della Marinaressa
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Giardini Napoleonici
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Parco di Villa Groggia
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Parco San Giuliano
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Orto degli Scalzi
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Piazza San Marco
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Rialto Bridge
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Ponte dell’Accademia
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Ponte delle Guglie
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Ponte dei Tre Archi
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St Mark’s Clock Tower
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Campo Santa Margherita
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Planetario di Venezia
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