Casa di Carlo Goldoni

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Permanent Collections

The First-Floor Portego: Scenes from Goldoni's Comedies

Staged scenes from La finta ammalata and L'avvocato veneziano, an 18th-century sedan chair, Murano chandelier and Piazzetta's portraits of Goldoni.

Permanent collection€7

Il Portego: Goldoni's Venice

An introduction to Goldoni's life and 18th-century Venice's theatres, with Pasquali-edition engravings and Ughi's 1729 city map marking his homes and stages.

Permanent collection€7

The Puppet Theatre Room

The Grimani family's 18th-century marionette theatre, Venice's most famous of its day, with original puppets, Goldoni scenes and Longhi's painting Il Parlatorio.

Permanent collection€7

The Dining Room: Chi la fa l'aspetta

A dining room staged after Goldoni's 1765 Venetian-dialect comedy, with red-lacquered furniture and Longhi-school paintings of Venetian pastimes.

Permanent collection€7

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Visitor Information

How much does Casa di Carlo Goldoni cost?

Standard adult admission to Casa di Carlo Goldoni is €7. Reduced €3.50 (ages 6-14, students 15-25, 65+); free for Venice residents and under-6s. Also included in the 'Musei del Settecento Veneziano' ticket (€20) and the Museum Pass (€50).. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Casa di Carlo Goldoni?

Casa di Carlo Goldoni is open 10:00-16:00 (last entry 15:30), closed Wednesdays. From 1 May to 26 September 2026, Fridays and Saturdays until 17:00 (last entry 16:00).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Casa di Carlo Goldoni?

Casa di Carlo Goldoni is located at San Polo 2794, 30125 Venezia, Italy, in the San Polo area of Venice. The nearest stations are San Tomà (vaporetto) and Rialto Mercato (vaporetto).

What can I see at Casa di Carlo Goldoni?

Goldoni's Gothic birthplace in San Polo, with comedy scenes staged in period rooms and a rare 18th-century puppet theatre. Current highlights include The First-Floor Portego: Scenes from Goldoni's Comedies, Il Portego: Goldoni's Venice and The Puppet Theatre Room.

Do I need to book Casa di Carlo Goldoni in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Casa di Carlo Goldoni?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.