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Special openings
MUSEI IN FESTA 2026
Below are the upcoming Musei in Festa days, with free admission to the Musei Civici of Venice for all residents of the 44 municipalities of the Metropolitan City of Venice and Mogliano Veneto.
Upcoming dates: Sunday, January 11; Sunday, February 8; Sunday, March 15; Thursday, April 16; Thursday, May 14; and Thursday, June 11, 2026.
EXCLUSIVE VISITS AFTER CLOSING TIME
It is possible to plan an exclusive visit to the museums of the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia after the closing time.
The Foundation opens the doors of the emblematic venues in the city, notable architectures overlooking on St. Mark’s Square or on the Grand Canal, to offer the exquisiteness of their rooms and the attractiveness of their collections, when the lights goes down and the outlines are softened by the evening shadow.
For more information and bookings: eventi@civicimusei.com
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CONDITIONS AND COSTS
- Doge’s Palace:
purchase of at least 20 tickets, of 80,00 euros (guide not included) - Temporary exhibitions:
purchase of at least 15 tickets of 30,00 euros (guide not included) - Other Musei Civici of Venice:
purchase of at least 20 tickets*, of 40,00 euros (guide not included)
* For safety reason, 10 people maximum are allowed to visit the Clock Tower in the same time
RESERVATIONS
it is possible to visit the museums after the closing time, sending a request at least 5 working days before the desired date, to verify the availability for an extraordinary opening of the museum.
EXCLUSIVE VISITS
It is possible to plan an exclusive visit to the museums of the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia.
It is possible to visit the following museums, while closed to the public and exclusively accompanied by licensed tour guides.
Available venues
Doge’s Palace, Correr Museum, Ca’ Pesaro – International Gallery of Modern Art, Ca’ Rezzonico – Museum of 18th century Venice, Glass Museum in Murano, Lace Museum in Burano, House of Carlo Goldoni, Palazzo Mocenigo, Fortuny Museum and the Natural History Museum of Venice Giancarlo Ligabue.
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Hours
- At minutes _: 00, _: 10, _: 20, _: 30 and _: 40 of the hour prior to the opening hour;
- At minutes _: 10, _: 20, _: 30 of the hour following the closing of the museum (in the latter case the tour can last a maximum of 60 minutes).
- At the Doge’s Palace exclusive visits in the evening are possible at 18:30 and 18:40 – with exit from the Palace by 20:00.
Other exclusive tours
- Clock Tower every day at 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00
- Secret Itineraries Tour every day at 9:00 and 9:30.
Terms and conditions
- It is mandatory to purchase the entire entry shift (minimum 10 tickets)
- Reservations at least 3 days in advance of the chosen date
- The tour guides must be directly contacted by those who purchase the shift through the official associations
- Tickets purchased are non-refundable.
Opening hours
WINTER SEASON
From 01 November to 31 March the Musei Civici of Venice will be open with the following opening hours:
- Doge’s Palace every day from 9.00 to 18.00 (last admission at 17.00)
- Correr Museum every day from 10.00 to 17.00 (last admission at 16.00)
- Glass Museum in Murano every day from 10.00 to 17.00
- Ca’ Pesaro – International Gallery of Modern Art from 10.00 to 17.00 (closed on Mondays)
- Palazzo Mocenigo Museum from 10.00 to 17.00 (closed on Mondays)
- Natural History Museum of Venice Giancarlo Ligabue* from 09.00 to 17.00 (last admission at 16.00) (closed on Mondays) *winter opening hours from 01 October to 31 May
- Ca’ Rezzonico – Museum of 18th-century Venice from 10.00 to 17.00 (closed on Tuesdays)
- Fortuny Museum from 10.00 to 17.00 (closed on Tuesdays)
- Lace Museum in Burano from 10.00 to 16.00 (closed on Mondays)
- Carlo Goldoni’s House from 10.00 to 16.00 (closed on Wednesdays)
- Torcello Museum from 11.00 to 17.00 (closed on Mondays)
- Clock Tower visits upon prior booking
SUMMER SEASON
From 01 April to 31 October the Musei Civici of Venice are open with the following opening hours:
- Doge’s Palace every day from 9.00 to 19.00 (last admission at 18.00)
- Correr Museum every day from 10.00 to 18.00 (last admission at 17.00)
- Glass Museum in Murano every day from 10.00 to 18.00
- Ca’ Pesaro – International Gallery of Modern Art from 10.00 to 18.00 (closed on Mondays)
- Palazzo Mocenigo Museum from 10.00 to 18.00 (closed on Mondays)
- Natural History Museum of Venice Giancarlo Ligabue* from 10.00 to 18.00 (last admission at 17.00) (closed on Mondays) *summer opening hours from 01 June to 30 September
- Ca’ Rezzonico – Museum of 18th-century Venice from 10.00 to 18.00 (closed on Tuesdays)
- Fortuny Museum from 10.00 to 18.00 (closed on Tuesdays)
- Lace Museum in Burano from 10.00 to 16.00 (closed on Mondays)
- Carlo Goldoni’s House from 10.00 to 16.00 (closed on Wednesdays)
- Torcello Museum from 11.00 to 17.30 (closed on Mondays)
- Clock Tower visits upon prior booking
Information and bookings
Services
TICKETS
Find more information about booking and purchasing tickets for individual museums, combined tickets, and partnerships.
SERVICES AND ACCESSIBILITY
A range of Visitor Services is available to enhance your visit: ticket office, cloakroom, restrooms, baby pit-stop, Museum Shop, Café, and dog-sitting service.
EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS
Discover exhibitions and events in the museums and venues of the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia, throughout the Metropolitan City area, from the lagoon to the mainland.
MUVE EDUCATION
MUSEUMS FOR ALL TO ENJOY AND EXPLORE. Discover MUVE Education activities! A rich program for Adults, Families, Schools, and audiences with special needs.
Museums' Store
At the end of your visit, the Museum Stores await you with books, guides, and merchandise.
Museums' Cafè
At the Doge’s Palace, Correr Museum, Ca’ Pesaro, and Ca’ Rezzonico, you can enjoy a relaxing break at the Museums’ Cafés, offering the best of Made in Italy.
Visitor Regulations
Read the visiting regulations for the museum venues of the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia >>>