San Giorgio dei Greci
Religious Site Historic Greek Orthodox church in Venice, Byzantine mosaics
Venice’s 16th‑century San Giorgio dei Greci is the city’s historic Greek Orthodox church, visited for its Byzantine icons, carved iconostasis and Greek community history.
San Giorgio dei Greci is the historic Greek Orthodox church of Venice, located in the Castello district. It was built in the 16th century to serve the Greek community resident in Venice and remains an important center for the Orthodox faithful.
The church interior is notable for its iconostasis and a collection of post-Byzantine icons and wall paintings that reflect the artistic links between Venice and the Greek world. The building’s architecture combines Renaissance and Byzantine-influenced elements.
Construction of the present church took place in the 16th century after the Venetian Republic granted the Greek community permission to establish a parish. The site has since functioned as the religious and cultural hub for Greeks in Venice.
San Giorgio dei Greci sits within Venice’s historic centre in the Castello sestiere, near canals and narrow streets that link to the principal squares and bridges of the city.
- Greek Orthodox heritage: Acts as the historic Greek Orthodox parish church of Venice's Greek community and contains a notable 16th-century iconostasis and post-Byzantine art.
How to Get to San Giorgio dei Greci #
A 10-15 minute walk northeast from the Rialto Bridge through the Castello neighborhood; vaporetto stops at Arsenale or nearby routes and a short walk will bring visitors to the church.
Tips for Visiting San Giorgio dei Greci #
- The church is small and services may be infrequent-check local Orthodox schedules to catch a liturgy.
- Look closely at the Greek architectural details and the modest iconostasis; it's an outpost of Greek Orthodoxy in a Venetian city built for trade and diplomacy.
Best Time to Visit San Giorgio dei Greci #
Best in spring and autumn when Venice is most walkable and not at peak tourist volume.
Weather & Climate near San Giorgio dei Greci #
San Giorgio dei Greci's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (754 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (54 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 (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°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 (67 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 (75 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 (65 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 (70 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 87 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 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 (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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