La Giudecca

Venice

La Giudecca showing a lake or waterhole
La Giudecca featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and boating
La Giudecca
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Discover ancient churches, browse galleries and admire panoramic views of central Venice when you visit this unassuming collection of eight islands.

Beautiful and rugged, La Giudecca resembles a miniature version of Venice, without the crowds. It’s a place that combines the history of its churches with the simplicity of its flower-adorned homes and the romance of its pavement cafés. La Giudecca is a collection of eight islands interspersed by river inlets and interconnected by bridges and an elegant waterfront esplanade. It faces central Venice to the north and the Venetian Lagoon to the south.

Start your visit at the majestic Chiesa del Santissimo Redentore. Built by Andrea Palladio in 1577, the church commemorates the deliverance of Venice from the Black Death. Inside are paintings by acclaimed artists such as Francesco Bassano and Lazzaro Bastiani. Come in July for the Festa del Redentore, when pilgrims cross the Giudecca Canal from Venice’s Zattere via a rickety pontoon bridge.

After visiting the church, meander along narrow lanes to the Giardino Comunale. This leafy public garden is ideal for quiet reflection as you gaze out across the Venetian Lagoon.

Go to the Fondamenta, the esplanade that links the islands via footbridges. Alleys lead from the esplanade into the islands’ residential areas. Watch as local hangs out their washing on lines strung between 16th-century mansions and decorate their balconies with colourful flowers. Browse boutiques, delicatessens and fresh produce stores.

Return to the Fondamenta and look at the exhibitions of Galleria Upp and Giudecca 795 Art Gallery. Don’t miss the striking Chiesa delle Zitelle, a Palladio-designed church located on the easternmost island. Stroll along the banks of the postcard-perfect Rio del Ponte Longo canal. Watch boats come and go at the vibrant dockyards.

During your downtime, take a seat at one of the pavement cafés on the Fondamenta. Order a coffee or a glass of wine, sit back and appreciate the views of central Venice. Spot emblematic landmarks, including the domed Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute.

Reach La Giudecca by catching a vaporetto (waterbus) from stops on the Zattere and Grand Canal in Venice.


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Top hotels in La Giudecca

Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
5 out of 5
Isola Della Giudecca 810, Venice, VE
The price is S$284 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
S$284
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 Mar,2025

Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Hotel Montecarlo
Hotel Montecarlo
3 out of 5
Calle Specchieri 463 San Marco, Venice, VE
The price is S$170 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
S$170
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,202 reviews)
Great hotel minutes from St. Mark’s Square
"Hotel in a great location in Venice, just minutes from St. Marks Square. The hotel staff was friendly and offered us a tour of the Murano glass factory. It was a fun experience. Breakfast was excellent too!"

Reviewed on 15 Mar,2025

Hotel Montecarlo
Antico Panada
Antico Panada
3 out of 5
Calle degli Specchieri 646, Venice, VE
The price is S$151 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
S$151
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 15 Mar,2025

Antico Panada
Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
4 out of 5
San Marco 5149 Ponte Di Rialto, Venice, VE
The price is S$181 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
S$181
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Pretty single room overlooking the Rialto Bridge, very comfortable. Reception staff very pleasant and helpful. Other staff the same. Entrance foyer is upmarket but the hallways to bedrooms could do with a freshen up. I really enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on 13 Mar,2025

Hotel Rialto
Hotel Abbazia
Hotel Abbazia
3 out of 5
Cannaregio, Calle Priuli Cavaletti 68, Venice, VE
The price is S$228 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
S$228
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Last minute gem
"Needed a last minute stay....this hotel was easy to find and very comfortable! They even provided us with a to go breakfast as we had to leave before breakfast started."

Reviewed on 16 Mar,2025

Hotel Abbazia
Palazzo Veneziano
Palazzo Veneziano
4.5 out of 5
Fondamenta delle Zattere 1413, Venice, VE
The price is S$295 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
S$295
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"We had another wonderful stay at Palazzo Veneziano, six years on from our initial stay for our anniversary. When we arrived they informed us they had a little surprise for us waiting which turned out to be an upgrade to the top floor with a bottle of Prosecco on ice on the table when we walked in, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Mar,2025

Palazzo Veneziano
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4.5/5(297 area reviews)

The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Dorsoduro. A stop by Grand Canal or Maritime Station might round out your trip.

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