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Cannaregio
Venice's second-largest district has a mix of quiet and laid back northern streets, and bustling shopping areas, providing a contrast to its historical palaces, churches and Jewish ghetto.
topSights
Ca' d'Oro
Calle di Ca' d'Oro, Cannaregio 3932, Venice
+39 041 523 8790
Mon 8:15am-2pm, Tue-Sun 8:15am-7:15pm
Off Strada Nova
This delicate Venetian Gothic house is one of the showpieces of the Grand Canal. Within, the Giorgio Franchetti collection of Venetian art includes Mantegna's St. Sebastian.
Il Ghetto Jewish Museum and Ghetto
Campo Ghetto Nuovo, Cannaregio 2902B, Venice
+39 041 715 359
Jun-Sept 10am-7pm; Oct-May 10am-6pm
Closed Sat and during Jewish holidays
Closed Jan 1, May 1 and Dec 25
The word "ghetto" originated here, and refers to a foundry, or geto, that formerly occupied the site. Venetian Jews were once confined to this quarter, which today maintains much of its ethnic character. The small museum houses a collection of sacred artifacts. It's well worth taking the guided tour of the museum and synagogues, you'll see things you might otherwise miss.
Madonna dell'Orto
Campo Madonna dell'orto
+39 041 719 933
Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1-5pm
Also known as Tintoretto's church, this gothic jewell is decorated with much of his most famous works. Tintoretto lived nearby and is buried in the church.
Santa Maria dei Miracoli
Campo Santa Maria Nuova Mon-Sat 9am-6pm; sun 1-6pm
+39 041 275 0642
An exquisite Renaissance church designed by Peitro Lomardo and his sons. Some of the finest carvings in Venice.
topRestaurants
Ramo Ca' d'Oro
Calle del Pistor, Cannaregio 3912, Venice
+39 041 528 5324
Vini Da Gigio - Da Paolo
+39 041 5285140
Calle della Stua, Fondamenta San Felice, 3628, Cannaregio, Venice
Tues-Sat 12-2:30, 7:30-10:30; Sun 12-2:30
Closed Monday
Reservations recommended
One of Venice's best restaurants for authentic traditional Venetian dishes.
Fiaschetteria Toscana
Salizzada San Giovanni, 5719 Cannaregio, Venice
+39 041 528 5281
Wed-Sun 12:30-2:30pm, 7:30-10pm; Mon 7:30-10pm
Reservations recommended
Closed Tue
Closed 2 weeks in summer
One of Venice's most respected restaurant. Menu favors seafood,but excellent Tuscan beef is also served.