Palazzo Barbaran da Porto

Palazzo Barbarano, also known as Palazzo Barbaran da Porto, is a Renaissance palace located in Vicenza, Italy. It was designed by the famous architect Andrea Palladio in the 16th century for the Barbaran family, one of the most important noble families in the city. The building is known for its elegant façade, classical columns, and harmonious proportions, which reflect Palladio’s interest in ancient Roman architecture. Today, the palace is especially significant because it houses the Palladio Museum, dedicated to studying and celebrating Palladio’s life, works, and influence on architecture around the world

This is a place of pilgrimage for architectural students and in fact a large study group from the USA was formed up outside sketching the facade. The museum does a good job of informing us about the life and works of Palladio. As someone with a background in building conservation and familiar with the Palladian style I still learnt new facts such as how he experimented with plaster and pigments to simulate stone in order to cut costs for his clients. His sidelines in writing and military history were also news to me. There is a lot here to interest both the architectural student and anyone who appreciates classical architecture.

Wonderful museum, definitely worth to buy a ticket together with other Vicenza sites (p.zzo Chiericati, Teatro Olimpico, Basilica…)

Lovely models and information on Palladio. Interactive exhibits and videos.

The museum is very well organized in what is probably one of the most complex urban interventions by Andrea Palladio (the palazzo integrated parts of existing medieval buildings). The models are amazing, and the itinerary is well thought of as to be appealing both to architects and non-architects. The interior courtyard is also astonishing in its scale and details. The staff is very reaponsive and friendly/helpful, and the bookshop has a lot of architecturally specialized books on Palladio's work (something missing from other museuma that happen inside of Palladio's masterpieces.

Very interesting museum. The Palace, where it is hosted, deserves a visit on its own. Inside the museum: interesting videos, charming and explicative mockups, interesting info about Palladio (do not miss the "dote" of his wife). Worth a visit

Interesting exhibition of the life and works of Palladio which also tells the story of Vicenza as an economic and cultural center.

Interesting palazzo and good models of Palladio's works. However, the lack of chairs in every room is further proof that architects love abstract design concepts almost as much as they hate the comfort of their customers and visitors.