# Gallerie dell'Accademia — Venice, Italy

> The Gallerie dell'Accademia opened in 1817 inside a former convent and church complex on the Grand Canal. The collection focuses on Venetian art from the fourteenth to the eighteenth century.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 8:15 AM – 7:15 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: €15 standard admission
- Address: Campo della Carità, 1050, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy
- Time needed: 2 hours
- Official website: https://www.gallerieaccademia.it/en
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- The Tempest — Giorgione · c. 1506–1508
- Feast in the House of Levi — Paolo Veronese · 1573
- Pietà — Titian · c. 1575
- Vitruvian Man — Leonardo da Vinci · c. 1490
- Saint Mark Enthroned with Saints — Bartolomeo Vivarini · 1485

## FAQ
**Is the Vitruvian Man always on display?**
No — for conservation reasons it is shown only on special occasions.

**Where is the Accademia bridge?**
The wooden Accademia bridge spans the Grand Canal directly outside the museum.

**How long should I spend at Gallerie dell'Accademia?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Gallerie dell'Accademia best known for?**
The Gallerie dell'Accademia opened in 1817 inside a former convent and church complex on the Grand Canal. The collection focuses on Venetian art from the fourteenth to the eighteenth century. Key highlights include Giorgione — The Tempest and La Vecchia, Veronese — Feast in the House of Levi, Titian — Pietà and Presentation of the Virgin.

**How do I get tickets for Gallerie dell'Accademia?**
€15 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.gallerieaccademia.it/en

**Will I see the Vitruvian Man during my visit?**
Almost certainly not — Leonardo's drawing is shown only for special exhibitions and limited periods due to its extreme light sensitivity. Check the museum website for any announced display dates. The rest of the collection amply justifies the visit.

**How does this Accademia differ from the one in Florence?**
Entirely different museums. The Venetian Accademia holds paintings (Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Veronese); the Florentine Accademia is centred on Michelangelo's David and sculpture. Both are essential but serve different purposes.

**Is the Accademia Bridge worth walking?**
Yes — the wooden Ponte dell'Accademia is one of Venice's four Grand Canal crossings and offers the classic postcard view of the canal with the Salute church in the distance. It is steps from the museum entrance.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/gallerie-dellaccademia-venice/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.