Ca' d'Oro (Palazzo Santa Sofia) Tours and Tickets

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It currently costs €6 to visit the Galleria Franchetti alla Ca’ d’Oro, or you can purchase a ticket that combines entry with access to the Palazzo Grimani for €15. EU citizens aged 18–25 pay €2, while under 18s are free.

Named the “House of Gold” in Venetian dialect, Ca’ d’Oro—also known as the Palazzo Santa Sofia—was built in the 15th century overlooking the Grand Canal and is an impressive example of Gothic Venetian architecture. Today, the building houses an art collection of pieces by Venetian and international artists.

Venice is best in the shoulder seasons of spring and fall, when the weather is mild and there are fewer crowds. Avoid summer, when the narrow streets fill up and muggy heat turns sightseeing into an ordeal. Carnevale in February is a festive, though expensive, time to visit.

The museum inside the Ca’ d’oro is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10am until 7pm, with last admission at 6:30pm. The building is closed on Mondays, like many art museums in Venice. Come just after opening time for a quieter experience.

Yes, the Galleria Franchetti, located within the Ca’ d’Oro, is accessible to visitors using wheelchairs or with limited mobility. All floors of the museum can be reached using an elevator. However, there is one step to access the entrance of the building.