Plan Your Visit to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection

Accessible via the ACTV public transport system and local administration, the museum is conveniently situated near vaporetto stops like Accademia, Salute, and Zattere.

- Admission is complimentary at the museum, this includes the guest companions aiding individuals with disabilities.

- Visitors can avail themselves of free wheelchairs provided by the museum.

- Museum personnel are on hand to assist and enhance the visit.

- Direct access to the museum from the Grand Canal is not possible.

Lifts:
- The museum features platform lifts for accessibility: one to the garden (overcoming seven steps), one to the entrance of the palazzo, housing the permanent collection and Peggy Guggenheim's residence (overcoming eight steps), one to the museum café (overcoming four steps), and another to the temporary exhibition galleries (overcoming nine steps).

- Direct access to the museum’s barchessa (home to the Schulhof Collection) is available from the garden.

- The internal Museum Shop is reached via three steps without a ramp, while the external shop adjacent to the museum is easily accessible.

Accessibility for visually impaired guests:
The Peggy Guggenheim Collection introduces an inventive accessibility initiative, "Double Meaning: a Tactile Journey through the Peggy Guggenheim Collection," catering to the blind and visually impaired. Featured artworks are recreated as tactile relief tablets, complemented by descriptive Braille sheets.

Admission is complimentary for both individuals with disabilities and their companions. Moreover, service animals are welcomed within the museum's premises.

Guests can request and reserve a free tactile tour by emailing doppiosenso@guggenheim-venice.it or calling the following numbers:

+39 041 2405 444

+39 041 2405 401

Baby changing facilities: There are two restrooms equipped with baby changing stations and baby strollers are allowed inside. Baby backpacks need to be checked in with security before admission.

Limited discount offer: On October 8 and 9, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection joins the National Day for Families at the Museum, offering complimentary workshops for children under the theme "Different but Equal." Families can enjoy museum entry with a special €25 "family ticket," covering two adults and multiple children under 18. Additionally, visitors can relish a 15% discount at the Museum Shop and Café throughout the weekend.

Art Workshop: Spanning various disciplines including printing methods, paper crafting, wax manipulation, textiles, and jewelry, our Hands-on! series of six sessions encourages active participation, enhancing tactile awareness while fostering manual skills through inventive and enlightening endeavors. This program offers families a rare chance to explore concealed artisanal studios, ancient tools, materials, and enduring techniques, shedding light on lesser-known creative vocations that remain relevant to this day.

Double Meaning: This is a special ‘Tactile Tour’ at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection Events for blind, partially sighted, and sighted visitors. Guided by Valeria Bottalico, a seasoned authority in museum inclusivity who conceived and orchestrated this initiative, the tactile tours immerse participants in an array of artworks drawn from the museum's permanent collection and ongoing temporary exhibitions.

Double Meaning Masterclass: An all-encompassing, two-day sculpture workshop will be accessible to blind, partially sighted, and sighted children. Following a tactile exploration of a chosen array of artworks in the collection via relief reproductions, participants will engage in a workshop where they will craft a relief image and collaboratively fashion a sculpture.

Permanent collection: Enjoy complimentary daily talks in the Collection or garden, delving into Peggy Guggenheim's life and the permanent collection. The exhibition sections are divided into  Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Non-Western Art, Acquisitions, the Schulhof Collection,

and Loaned art pieces from collections across the world.

Temporary Collection: At 3 pm daily, discover insights into current temporary exhibitions. No reservation needed; presentations are included with Collection entry. Guides are bi-lingual and can explain in English or Italian. From April 1 to September 18, 2023, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection is presenting ‘Edmondo Bacci: Energy and Light’. About eighty artworks, a significant portion of which has never been showcased previously, will comprise the exhibition's content.

- Travel by ferry if you would like to experience the waterways of Venice, it's a convenient and fun way to reach the venue.
- Get yourself a guided tour to avoid missing out on the explanation for each of the exhibits.
- Book the tickets online to avoid the lines.

- Check the weather before choosing any mode of transport since the canals in Venice have high and low tides based on the weather and it's best to avoid the ferry if the forecast predicts rains, hailstorms and strong winds.
- The collection has an extensive series of exhibits, its highly recommended that you wear a comfortable pair of lightweight sandals or sneakers.
- There are public transportation routes, buses are the most convenient as they have an extensive network of stops and have routes directly from the airport.
- Photography: Photography is permitted without flash. Videography is not allowed. Tripods, Monopods and Selfie Sticks will not be allowed as well. Professional photos and videos must be authorized by the Foundation. To request authorization write to: press@guggenheim-venice.it
- There are two restrooms equipped with baby changing stations. Baby backpacks need to be checked in with security before admission.

There are two shops inside the Peggy Guggenheim Collection:
Shop 1: Located within the museum premises.
Shop 2: This shop is conveniently adjacent to the Collection entrance.

Both shops offer an extensive array of merchandise inspired by Peggy Guggenheim, her collection, and the art of the 20th century. Every purchase contributes to the support of the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

Opening hours:
The shops are open everyday of the week except for Tuesdays and on December 25th from 10 AM to 6 PM.

The Collection Café: Supervised by the Venetian eatery "Ai Gondolieri," the venue presents an extensive array of lunch and snack options to choose from. The Museum Café is open daily 10 AM to 6 PM and remains closed on Tuesday.

Pisanino Restaurant: Renowned for serving both Italian and Mediterranean fare, this restaurant has garnered a reputation for its culinary offerings. The lighting is ambient and has an old world charm. Find location on the map.

Gio's Restaurant & Terrace: This restaurant features a dynamic menu, featuring a variety of classic Italian and Venetian dishes. Since the restaurant has a terrace, it’s perfect for candlelight dinners and sunset dinners. Find location on the map.

Budget: Hotel Belle Arti. 350 meters from the venue. Location:Rio Terrà Foscarini, 912/A, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy. Find the location.

Mid-range: Hotel Agli Alboretti.300 meters from the venue. Location: Rio Terrà Foscarini, 884, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy. Find the location.

Luxury: San Vio Palace. 250 meters from the venue. Location: 739, 30123 Venezia, Italy. Find the location.

St. Mark's Square : Immerse yourself in Venice's heart at this iconic square, where history, architecture, and vibrant culture converge, including the grandeur of St. Mark's Basilica and the enchanting Doge's Palace. Get St.Mark’s tickets at Headout.

Gondola Rides on the Grand Canal: Embark on a quintessential Venetian experience with a gondola ride, gliding through the picturesque Grand Canal and charming canals, capturing the city's timeless allure.

Rialto Bridge and Market: Wander across the historic Rialto Bridge, leading to a bustling market where local flavors, colors, and aromas come alive, offering an authentic glimpse into Venetian daily life.

Venetian Arsenal :Explore the historic shipyard and naval depot, once the heart of Venice's maritime power, now a captivating space where history and innovation blend, hosting cultural events and exhibitions.