Discover the Historic Scuola Grande della Misericordia in Venice

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from the Rialto Bridge, head north along the main street (Strada Nova) towards the Cannaregio district. Continue straight for about 15 minutes. You will pass by shops and cafes. Upon reaching the intersection, keep to your left and follow the signs towards the Cannaregio Canal. Just after crossing the bridge over the canal, turn right onto Calle della Misericordia. Scuola Grande della Misericordia will be on your left at number 3599.

• Vaporetto

  From St. Mark's Square, walk to the nearest Vaporetto stop, which is at the waterfront near the Doge's Palace. Take the Vaporetto Line 1 or 2 towards Piazzale Roma. Get off at the 'Fondamenta Nove' stop. Once you disembark, walk along the Fondamenta Nove waterfront heading towards the right. Continue straight until you reach the bridge that leads into Cannaregio. Cross the bridge and head straight until you see Calle della Misericordia on your right. The Scuola Grande della Misericordia will be at number 3599.

• Walking

  If you are near the Jewish Ghetto, head out of the Ghetto and turn left onto Calle del Ghetto Vecchio. Walk straight for about 5 minutes until you reach the end of the street. Turn right onto Calle della Misericordia, and you will see the Scuola Grande della Misericordia at number 3599 on your left.