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Visit the Venice Naval History Museum and the Ships Pavilion. Enter the Venice Arsenal and live the experience of the Enrico Dandolo Submarine

The Ship Pavilion: a rediscovered treasure, waiting to be discovered...and the new audio guide is included in the ticket!

CHIAVE TERRESTRE:

The exhibition by Giulia Piscitelli - extended until January 6th, 2026 at MUNAV

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Angelus Ex Aqua:

The exhibition by Gino Baffo- extended until January 6th, 2026 at MUNAV

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Naval History Museum

A 15th century building, near the Arsenal, which was once the "Granary" of the Serenissima, where you can retrace, through an exhibition itinerary spread over 5 floors, the long and glorious naval history of Venice and our Navy.

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Ships Pavilion

Since 1980 the spaces of the oar workshops have taken on the name of Ships Pavilion. With the Museum ticket, you will also be able to visit this vast exhibition area, which houses boats of great historical importance.

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Submarine Dandolo

Live the experience on board the 'killer submarine' of the Cold War, one of the first units to be built in Italy after the Second World War and can now be visited inside the Venice Arsenal.

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Private Visit

Enjoy a deep dive into the history of the Italian Navy (Marina Militare) with a dedicated guide, as part of an exclusive private visit. For information and bookings:

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SPECIAL VIRTUAL TOUR

Start your digital experience and visit the Venice Naval History Museum online, interacting with the multimedia contents: listen to the audio tracks and watch the videos by clicking on the colored pins.

Why visit MUNAV

For the variety of models on display and to learn about the maritime history of Venice

Through an exhibition itinerary rich in historical artefacts, ship models, paintings and documents, the Venice Naval History Museum recounts a long maritime tradition, from its origins to the modern era, from the ancient boats of the Republic of Venice to the ship models of the Navy Italian yesterday and today. The variety of models on display goes beyond the borders of Venice, to include an exceptional collection of boats used in the seas of China and the Far East.

Discover a landmark overlooking the ancient Arsenal of Venice

Located in the Arsenale area, one of Venice’s most iconic sites, the Museum is housed in a historic building that once served as the 'Granary' of the Serenissima, as well as within a Pavilion formerly used as a workshop and storage for the Republic of Venice’s vessels. Thanks to its rich collection, temporary exhibitions, and strategic position within the enchanting setting of the Arsenale, the museum offers a comprehensive overview of a heritage of inestimable value.

To live a unique experience on board the Enrico Dandolo submarine

46 meters long, almost 5 meters wide, the Enrico Dandolo submarine is one of the first four submarines designed during the Cold War. Silent, maneuverable and fast, these submarines were equipped with advanced technologies which, fortunately, were never used for offensive purposes. Today the submarine is located in the Arsenal and can be visited, entering the maneuvering cabin and the torpedo launch room, to relive the emotions that the sailors felt during the long voyages

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Much more than a museum

Founded in 1919 on the initiative of the Naval General Staff, the MUNAV is today one of the most important naval museums in Europe, where you can travel into the glorious past of the Serenissima Republic and discover displays, exhibitions, digital installations, educational workshops and virtual reality adventures

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A hidden treasure that allowed me to live an incredible experience.

From the moment I stepped across the museum’s threshold, I was immediately transported back in time to an era when Venice dominated the trade routes of the Mediterranean and beyond. The collections of ships, scale models, paintings, and naval artifacts are simply extraordinary… One of the most thrilling moments was admiring the ancient Venetian vessels up close, some of which even date back to the Middle Ages…[continue]

Luigi

Google Review, [Feb 2024]

Great experience, my son loved it. Vast display of naval models. Definitely also suitable for families with children.

Giulia Z

Tripadvisor Review

A very interesting museum with documents, finds, reconstructions and unique pieces that invite you to delve deeper. A true navigation through the history of Venice and the navy.

Richy

Tripadvisor Review

So much history, so much stuff to see, if you go (and I recommend it) take the time to admire everything because it really is a spectacle

Fabrizio D

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