Museums

Audio-Guided Tour of Giorgio Cini Foundation, Borges Labyrinth & Manica Lunga Library

Discover Venice's heritage with an audio-guided tour of the Giorgio Cini Foundation and Borges Labyrinth, exploring art, architecture, and history.

Experience an audio guide and operator-led tour of 2 attractions, each lasting approx. 50 min, revealing its rich history in 5 languages.

At Giorgio Cini Foundation, witness Rennaisance architecture, Veronese's Wedding at Cana replica, and the grand Longhena staircase.

Discover the New Manica Lunga, a modern library within an ancient dormitory, showcasing the harmony of traditional and contemporary design.

Wander the Borges Labyrinth, a 1km-long maze inspired by Borges' story, enhanced by a curated soundtrack for a mystical experience.

Fun Fact: The replica of Wedding at Cana is so meticulously crafted that it is often mistaken for the original artwork housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.

45 to 60-min tour of Giorgio Cini Foundation

50 to 60-min tour of New Manica Lunga & Borges Labyrinth

Audio guide in 5 languages

Accompanying operator

Guided tour

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Explore the historical jewels of Venice's San Giorgio Maggiore Island, the Giorgio Cini Foundation, and Borges Labyrinth, with a knowledgeable operator and an informative audio guide in 5 languages that narrates the island's intriguing history.

Discover the Giorgio Cini Foundation's Timeless Elegance

Begin at the Giorgio Cini Foundation, founded in 1951 to honor Vittorio Cini's son. Explore 2 peaceful cloisters showcasing masterful craftsmanship. Marvel at a replica of 'Wedding at Cana' by Veronese in the Palladian refectory, a famed artwork that illustrates biblical scenes with unmatched grace. Visit the photo room and the grand Longhena staircase for glimpses into the Italian Renaissance.

Visit the Modernized Manica Lunga Library & the Borges Labyrinth

Next, visit the New Manica Lunga, a Benedictine dormitory turned library by acclaimed architect Michele De Lucchi, demonstrating the harmonious blend of old and new techniques. Your adventure concludes in the Borges Labyrinth, an intricate maze inspired by Jorge Luis Borges' famous story, The Garden of Forking Paths. Designed by Randoll Coate, this labyrinth hosts 3,200 boxwood plants over a 1km path. An accompanying soundtrack to your audio guide enhances the maze's mystical allure.

Important Information

Giorgio Cini Foundation is accessible for wheelchair users.

Small pets are allowed in halls and external spaces if carried in a carrier or arms throughout the visit, with the exception of guide dogs for the visually impaired.

Restrictions

Borges Labyrinth is not accessible for wheelchair users.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Point

Redeem your ticket at San Giorgio Café.

Address: San Giorgio Maggiore, 3, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy.

Enter and inquire with the staff at San Giorgio Cafè.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

By Ferry

The nearest ferry terminal is S. Giorgio. It is a quick 3-minute walk to the redemption point.

Board ferries #2 or #N to get you there.