Procuratie, Venice

Name: Procuratie
Address: Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy

#173 among attractions in Venice

Vernacular architecture, Architecture, Historical place

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The Procuratie are three connected buildings along the perimeter of Saint Mark's Square in Venice, Italy. Two of the buildings, the Procuratie Vecchie and the Procuratie Nuove, were constructed by the procurators of Saint Mark, the second-highest dignitaries in the government of the Republic of Venice, who were charged with administering the treasury of the Church of Saint Mark as well as the financial affairs of state wards and trust funds established on behalf of religious and charitable institutions. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°26'4"N, 12°20'16"E

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Piazza San MarcoSan MarcoVenice Italy

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Procuratie – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazza San Marco, Doge's Palace, Horses of Saint Mark, Museo Correr.

~150 ftSE
Square
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~390 ftE
Monuments and statues
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~310 ftSW
Museum of Venetian art and antiquities
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~770 ftE
Iconic white-stone enclosed bridge
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~490 ftE
Landmark cathedral with gilded domes
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~320 ftSE
Imposing landmark cathedral tower
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~470 ftE
Monuments and statues
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Procuratie?

Nearby attractions include Piazza San Marco, Venice (1 min walk), Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia, Venice (2 min walk), St Mark's Clock, Venice (2 min walk), Teatro San Gallo, Venice (2 min walk).

How to get to Procuratie by public transport?

The nearest stations to Procuratie:

Ferry

San Marco Giardinetti • Lines: 2, A, B (4 min walk)
San Marco Vallaresso • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)

Bus

Venezia B1 • Lines: 10, 19, 72 (24 min walk)
Venezia A1 • Lines: 5 (25 min walk)

Train

Venezia Santa Lucia (24 min walk)
Piazzale Roma (27 min walk)

Tram

Piazzale Roma • Lines: T1 (25 min walk)