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Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Multi-functional centre in an old Benedictine dormitory, the heart of the Foundation's library complex
The Giorgio Cini Foundation, or just the Cini Foundation, is a cultural foundation founded by industrialist and politician Vittorio Cini on 20 April 1951 in memory of Giorgio Cini, his son who died in an airplane accident near Cannes in August 1949.
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Designed by Andrea Palladio and build 1566-1610. Very nice views of Venice from the bell tower.
Palazzo Ducale
Don't miss the guided tour named Secret Itinerary, which will let you discover the part of the palace where the city's administration worked, as well as Casanova's jail and the wonderful five hundred year old roof structure. A MUVE museum.
Sala Monumentale della Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana
Buildings by Sansovino, most important collection of books in Venice.
Museo Archaeologico Nazionale
Collection of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, Egyptian, Assyrian and Babylonian artefacts.
Campanile di San Marco
The current tower dates from 1912; an exact replica of the previous tower which collapsed in 1902. The top of the tower offers great views of Venice and the lagoon.
Basilica di San Marco
Saint Mark's Basilica is on the Piazza San Marco and is one of the highlights of a visit to Venice. As with most churches in Italy, you must be dressed appropriately to be allowed in; this means no short skirts or bare shoulders. You are not allowed to carry large bags or rucksacks inside, sometimes even small daypacks may need to be deposited. Storage is available just around the corner from the main entrance (free of charge). Filming and photography is forbidden so be prepared in advance. The visit within the basilica lasts ten minutes. Waiting for entry into the basilica can last up to five or so hours and it may be wise to use a ticket service to reserve your visit (reservation costs €3). Once you have a reservation you can take the group entrance on the left, where you hand in the printout of your reservation.