Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo

Really enjoyed visit to the Basilica. It is right next to the hospital which also has an amazing entrance BTW. It's just 3.5 euro each to get in and you are met with an amazing and large area. There several little chapels off the main area. There are many works of religious art on the walls. Looks like some rich people also managed to get some tombs or statues or whatever rich people like spending money on in churches to be try to be remembered (I ignored all the names so they also failed). There is a crucifix with a kneeler in the centre. A reminder of what happened to a man who tried to spread peace. Such a shame that 2000 years later terror still reigns and bullies are still in control . The vaulted ceilings are fantastic, but the piece de resistance is the wonderful stained glass window. A mirror is provided to get an even closer look. Words don't really do the place justice so I have posted several pictures. Truly worth visiting.

Simply put, this is the largest church in Venice. Step inside, and the vastness and serenity feel almost otherworldly. Its immense scale means there’s no shortage of art to uncover at every turn, from intricate marble altars and vibrant frescoes to majestic cupolas, stained glass windows, patterned floors, and grand tombs.

Beautiful church! There is a small fee to enter. The staff members Sam and Fra Giuseppe were super friendly and helpful! I bought a rosary and Fra was so kind to interrupt his work to bless it with a beautiful prayer. The architecture and art are beautifully displayed throughout on the various alters. We found relics on display including a foot of Saint Catherine of Siena. This was a pleasant surprise and another jewel in the Venice . I highly recommend a visit!

Wonderful interior. Sam sold us our tickets and then showed us the switches to light up the art. This place is a hidden gem, bathed in so much history. When we visited it was almost empty, so the atmosphere was so serene with just the sound of soft prayer music.

The best church I've ever seen. 3.50 euros to enter. A marvel. A small Flea market outside in the square.

Great church architecture with plenty of artistic works. Not packed at all, like 10 visitors during my visit. Best 3.5 euros spent in Venice.

Some wonderful works of art here, including a replica of a Titian mantle piece. Love the prayer cards that they offer you in each chapel, which are available in 5 different languages.

Beautiful basilica and the resting place of many many doges. Soaring height. Best on a sunny day for the light streaming in.

Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo is one of the more larger churches in Venice. Made of brick but the design is a lot more detailed then the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. The marble building attached to it is really neat. I liked the marble color and yellow trim. This church is not as popular as the other sites in Venice but worth a visit if you are walking around.

Smaller than many of the churches that charge an admission fee, Santi Giovanni e Paolo features a large amount of early Renaissance work in a concentrated space that is well maintained. Far less touristy than many, this shouldn't be a 'first choice' visit in Venice, but it certainly can be included in a tour without sacrificing much time or cost.