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Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo)

ArchitectureArtClosed · Opens 11amFreeSan Zaccaria (vaporetto)

Ocean Space is TBA21–Academy's exhibition and research centre in the deconsecrated Church of San Lorenzo in Castello, closed to the public for over a century before its restoration. Since opening in 2019 with Joan Jonas's Moving Off the Land II, it has hosted a seasonal programme of contemporary art, research and public events on ocean ecology and environmental justice, with artists such as Dineo Seshee Bopape, Simone Fattal and Petrit Halilaj. Entry is free.

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Chiesa di San Lorenzo, Castello 5069, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

Nearest station: San Zaccaria (vaporetto), Ospedale (vaporetto)

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MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed11:00–18:00
ThuToday11:00–18:00
Fri11:00–18:00
Sat11:00–18:00
Sun11:00–18:00

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Free

Free of charge, no booking required

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Is Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo) free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo) is free. Free of charge, no booking required. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo)?
Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo) is open Wednesday–Sunday 11:00–18:00, closed Monday and Tuesday. Seasonal venue (spring to autumn): the 2026 season runs 28 March – 11 October 2026; closed between seasons.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo)?
Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo) is located at Chiesa di San Lorenzo, Castello 5069, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy, in the Castello area of Venice. The nearest stations are San Zaccaria (vaporetto), Ospedale (vaporetto).
What can I see at Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo)?
Ocean art and ecology shows inside a restored 9th-century Castello church, fabled resting place of Marco Polo. Free. Current highlights include Tide of Returns, Nature Speaks. Listening for Rights of Nature in Venice and Europe.
Do I need to book Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo) in advance?
Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo) is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free of charge, no booking required. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Ocean Space (Chiesa di San Lorenzo)?
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.

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