One of Italy's leading museums of 20th-century European and American art, housed in Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, the unfinished 18th-century Grand Canal palace that was Peggy Guggenheim's home for thirty years. Her personal collection spans Cubism, Futurism, abstraction, Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism, with works by Picasso, Brancusi, Ernst, Magritte and Pollock, alongside the Schulhof collection, a sculpture garden and a programme of temporary exhibitions.
Visitor Information
- How much does Peggy Guggenheim Collection cost?
- Standard adult admission to Peggy Guggenheim Collection is €17. Seniors 70+ €14; students under 26 €9; children under 10 and members free. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
- What are the opening hours of Peggy Guggenheim Collection?
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection is open Daily 10:00-18:00 except Tuesday (closed). Last entry 17:00. Closed 25 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is Peggy Guggenheim Collection?
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection is located at Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, Dorsoduro 701, 30123 Venice, Italy, in the Dorsoduro area of Venice. The nearest stations are Accademia (vaporetto lines 1, 2), Salute (vaporetto line 1).
- What can I see at Peggy Guggenheim Collection?
- Peggy Guggenheim's Grand Canal palazzo, packed with Picasso, Pollock, Magritte and the heart of 20th-century modernism. Current highlights include Fucina degli Angeli: Peggy Guggenheim and 20th-Century Artistic Glass, Peggy Guggenheim in London: The Making of a Collector, Constantin Brancusi, Maiastra.
- Do I need to book Peggy Guggenheim Collection 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 Peggy Guggenheim Collection?
- 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.