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Arsenale di Venezia
Historic site4.6 · 11 5793.5 · 98≈ 1 h 8 min1.5 km from the center
The Venetian Arsenal is a colossal historic complex of shipyards and armouries founded in 1104, which underpinned the naval dominance of the Venetian Republic. Pioneering mass-assembly production techniques, it could outfit entire warships in a single day. Its grand gateway, Porta Magna, is framed by ancient marble lions brought from Greece. Today, its preserved covered docks and Corderie ropeworks host Venice Biennale exhibitions.
Highlights
- Porta Magna gateway, one of the earliest Renaissance structures in Venice
- Four antique Greek marble lions guarding the arsenal entrance
- Historic Corderie ropeworks and covered shipbuilding basins
- Primary international venue for the Venice Biennale art and architecture
Opening hours
| Mon | 08:00 – 15:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 08:00 – 15:00 |
| Wed | 08:00 – 15:00 |
| Thu | 08:00 – 15:00 |
| Fri | 08:00 – 15:00 |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
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