Scuola Grande di San Rocco

Absolutely gorgeous place, must see it with only 7 euros entry fee. Buy tickets at the place no problem at all. Lots of great art on display and you can see some ballet classes in action too.

The Scuola Grande di San Rocco is a stunning showcase of Tintoretto’s brilliance. His vast cycle of paintings fills the halls with dramatic light, movement, and spiritual intensity. Walking through feels like stepping inside a Renaissance epic. It’s one of Venice’s most powerful and unforgettable artistic experiences.

Interesting history. Most of the paintings were very dark in color. Be careful of your steps. Recommend using the provided mirrors upstairs to view the ceiling paintings.

Phenomenal architecture, panels, paintings, reliquaries. Enjoyed sitting here for a while and just looking at the work. St. Roch, if you choose this Saint name for your son, his nickname could be Rocky.

Great museum for art and history lovers. The artwork is masterful and the museum peaceful. The floors are original and little to no restoration so far, therefore you need to watch your step because you can easily trip over especially the ground floor. There are 4 floors to visit, the 1st floor being the main attraction.

Marvelous. Jacopo Tinteretto Venezi's best. Painted beautiful works of Old and New Testaments.

Tintoretto's masterwork is an overwhelming experience. I had been here many years but didn't fully remember how great it was, especially the famous great hall on the second floor. The whole Scuola is in an absolutely fabulous condition. Besides Tintoretto's paintings, the wood carvings are great as well, including carved "fake" bookshelves.

A Hidden Gem of Venetian Art and History Scuola Grande di San Rocco is an absolute treasure for art and history lovers. The interiors are breathtaking—every wall and ceiling is covered with masterful paintings by Tintoretto. It truly feels like walking through a Renaissance masterpiece. The upper hall, in particular, is awe-inspiring, with its dramatic scenes and golden light. It’s less crowded than other tourist spots, which makes the experience more peaceful and immersive. Don’t miss the mirrors provided—they let you view the ceiling paintings without straining your neck. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Venice who wants to see something beyond the typical sights. A unique and unforgettable place.

Wow. The artwork is staggering. Be sure to use a mirror in the great hall to properly examine the details of the ceiling. What a wonderful find. Words fail me. Just go if you enjoy art.

From ceiling to wall, virtually every space is a different artwork in the impressive main hall of Scuola di San Rocco! Dedicated to the patron saint of plague, Scuola di San Rocco was one of the once many great religious schools throughout Venezia, but this particular one was the only one that survived the test of time and political changes. Today, it's a museum that houses the most extensive collection of paintings by Tintoretto, a less famous but equally comparable artist to the legendary Titian! The ceiling and the walls are filled with many amazing paintings in incredible lighting and details, describing both famous and lesser-known biblical stories from the two testaments. For your sake, the museum even offers portable mirrors so you can observe the ceiling paintings for a long time without cranking your neck. If you intend to admire every single painting in this remarkable room, you may be stuck here for a while! Because it's not along the popular Rialto-San Marco route, this beautiful museum is extremely quiet and filled with only people who appreciate art. That being said, I would not recommend this for everyone... For those who are not interested or don't have the taste for this kind of art, going to Scuola di San Rocco is essentially the same as seeing any other room in Palazzo Ducale, except you are paying €10 to see one room instead of many rooms with Palazzo Ducale's €19 admission. However, if you are interested in Renaissance or Baroque art or are simply looking for an off-the-beaten-path quiet destination, Scuola di San Rocco is certainly worth the detour! In fact, despite the trending rave, this museum is still one of the few romantic hidden gems even in the tourist-heavy city. --- tl;dr version: 1) Greatest collection of Tintoretto, comparable artist to Titian 2) Many beautiful paintings from top to bottom 3) Only recommend for people who love art or want peace and quiet

Within this building is what many consider the most beautiful room in the world. Photos do not do it justice. You cannot help but be overwhelmed by it. Rarely busy or crowded, this is an oasis of peace, culture, Venetian history...in short, the reason you should be here. Read up on the history of the scuola and thank Napoleon for not putting this one out of business.

Some interesting history. Only 3 stars because it's a bit over-priced (it's only a few rooms... really only one) and you aren't really allowed to take pictures. (Would have loved to take a picture of the blind-folded, chained angel woodcarving.) I'm not saying you shouldn't see it, especially since seeing the main grand room is impressive, but I'd much rather see the Doge's Palace which is grander, about the same price, and you can take pictures.

One of the more picturesque buildings, slightly off the beaten path, in Venice. Don't miss this building - upstairs is its most beautiful room; as another contributor writes...some consider it the most beautiful in the world. While that clearly has a lot of competition, it was special enough to warrant my proposal of marriage to my (now) wife.