Isola di San Clemente Island
Island near Venice featuring gardens and a hotel
A private island in the Venetian lagoon, San Clemente holds a former monastery turned hotel and conference complex; visitors come on short transfers from Venice for gardens, conservatories and events.
Isola di San Clemente at a Glance#
Address: Isola di San Clemente, Isola di San Clemente, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy
Website: https://www.isoladisancomenete.it
About Isola di San Clemente#
Isola di San Clemente is an island in the Venetian Lagoon, Italy, lying within the municipality of Venice. It is known for historic religious buildings that were later converted to hospitality use.
The island contains a former monastery and church complex that has been adapted into a luxury hotel and conference centre, set within walled gardens and courtyards. It is reachable by private boat and offers views across the lagoon towards central Venice.
A religious foundation was established on the island in the medieval period; the complex evolved over centuries and fell into different uses before being restored for hospitality. The island’s buildings retain historic fabric alongside later modifications.
Located in the central Venetian Lagoon between the main islands of Venice and the Lido, San Clemente sits a short boat ride from St. Mark’s Basin and Venice’s waterfront.
- Access: Accessible only by boat from Venice, with regular private transfers available for hotel guests and visitors.
What to See#
- San Clemente Palace: A luxury hotel and conference complex now occupies former monastic buildings that date back several centuries, with guest access by boat from Venice.
How to Get to Isola di San Clemente#
Regular vaporetto lines from central Venice and the Lido serve nearby stops; disembark at the San Clemente stop (check ACTV route maps). The island is a short water-taxi ride from Piazzale Roma and Saint Mark’s area.
Tips for Visiting Isola di San Clemente#
- Approach by vaporetto from Venice on the route that serves the Lido and islands; disembark at the stop listed for San Clemente.
- Walk the perimeter first: the island's cloister gardens and waterfront terraces read better at a slow pace.
- Book ahead for events or restaurant seating; the island is privately managed and functions as a hotel and event space at times.
Best Time to Visit Isola di San Clemente#
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit for pleasant weather and smaller crowds; summer sees more tourists and sometimes high humidity.
Weather & Climate near Isola di San Clemente#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (760 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 6° | 2° | 55 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| February | Acceptable | 1° - 8° | 3° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Good | 5° - 12° | 7° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.5 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.7h |
| June | Very Good | 17° - 25° | 21° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.4h |
| July | Excellent | 19° - 28° | 23° | 54 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| August | Excellent | 19° - 28° | 23° | 66 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 1.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.9h |
| September | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 1.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 7° | 63 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| December | Acceptable | 1° - 7° | 2° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
