Palazzo Barbaro Wolkoff Palace
Venetian palazzo on the Grand Canal with frescoes
Canal-side palazzo in Venice valued for its historic façade and location on the water; commonly observed from vaporetto routes and walking tours.
How to Get to Palazzo Barbaro Wolkoff#
In central Venice, the palazzo is best approached on foot from the Rialto area or by vaporetto stop near Rialto/Murano lines. The precinct is walkable from the main train station (Venezia Santa Lucia) in about 20-30 minutes depending on route.
Tips for Visiting Palazzo Barbaro Wolkoff#
- The palazzo fronts one of Venice's quieter canals - approach on foot rather than by large vaporetto route for a better feel of its scale.
- Look for discreet carved details around the main portal that mark later renovations in the 19th century.
- Check nearby Ca' Foscari and palazzi on the Grand Canal to compare the different palatial responses to canal-front architecture.
Best Time to Visit Palazzo Barbaro Wolkoff#
Best in spring or autumn to combine pleasant walking weather with fewer crowds along the Grand Canal.
Weather & Climate near Palazzo Barbaro Wolkoff#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (765 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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