Discover Chiesa di Sant' Alvise: A Hidden Gem in Venice

Outside view of the special church Chiesa di Sant Alvise in Venice

Highlights

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Your ticket for the Chiesa Sant'Alvise is already included in your City Pass.
No advance booking is required for this attraction

Baroque splendour: The impressive Baroque architecture and the elaborately designed façade of the church are a visual highlight. The richly decorated façade in particular attracts the attention of visitors.
Madonna and Child: The altarpiece depicting the Madonna and Child, created by Jacopo Palma il Giovane, is a masterpiece of Venetian art and an important work of art in the church.
Cultural events: The Chiesa di Sant' Alvise is also known for its musical events. A visit during a concert or performance in this historic and acoustically impressive space can be an unforgettable experience.

Chiesa di Sant' Alvise: a baroque jewel in Cannaregio

What awaits you on site

The Chiesa di Sant' Alvise is located in a quieter neighbourhood away from the usual tourist routes. Although the church looks simple from the outside, it harbours some pleasant surprises inside. Here you will find unique paintings and a complete ceiling fresco created by the talented artists Pietro Antonio Torri and Pietro Ricchi. The church also has a raised choir supported by columns and decorated with ornate railings. The first church on this site was built in the 14th century, but the buildings have been remodelled and renovated several times over the years. The current building dates back to the 17th century and was designed by the famous Venetian architect Baldassare Longhena in the Baroque style. One of the outstanding features of the Chiesa di Sant' Alvise is the imposing altarpiece created by Jacopo Palma il Giovane, which depicts the Madonna and Child. The interior of the church is also richly decorated and houses valuable works of art and frescoes by various artists from different eras.