Città metropolitana di Venezia

Venice Province Parks and Viewpoints

Explore the diverse landscapes of Venice and its province, ranging from the restored neoclassical pavilions of the Royal Gardens to the architectural spiral staircase of Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo. The collection highlights unique sites like the Mekhitarist Monastery on San Lazzaro island and the contemporary sculptures of San Donà di Piave. These locations offer a mix of historic monastic gardens, urban green spaces in the Cannaregio district, and panoramic coastal views from the Venetian Lagoon's edge.

Venice Province Parks and Viewpoints — Mappa

Martin Kucera / CC-BY-SA

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Royal Gardens

Historic royal gardens featuring neoclassical pavilions and seasonal blooms, recently restored to preserve their cultural heritage.

PatriPA / CC BY-SA 3.0

B

Contarini del Bovolo Palace

Historic palace featuring a distinctive external spiral staircase that combines Gothic, Renaissance, and Byzantine architectural styles and offers panoramic city views.

Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0

C

Papadopoli Gardens

The Greek name of this garden comes from the convent which stood here. Its trees, benches and fountains make for a pleasant rest.

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Mekhitarist Monastery of Venice

Originally, the island was used as a leper colony where the ill were kept so the disease would not spread.

Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Savorgnan Gardens

Surrounding the Savorgnan Palace, these gardens are a green oasis of the Cannaregio district.

pfeffinger / CC-BY-SA

F

Punta Sabbioni

Located at the tip of the Cavallino-Treporti peninsula, this area serves as a transport hub and offers expansive views across the Venetian Lagoon toward the Lido and the historic city.

Setteo / Public domain

G

Parco della Scultura in Architettura

An international sculpture park in San Donà di Piave featuring contemporary works by renowned artists and architects, designed to explore the intersection of art, architecture, and the natural landscape.