Step into the Maleficia Exhibition and delve into the dark history of inquisition, torture, and witchcraft in the Serenissima Republic. Uncover the secrets, legends, and persecutions that shaped this ancient era. Experience the pain and ponder on the plight of the accused.
Step into the Maleficia Exhibition and delve into the dark history of inquisition, torture, and witchcraft in the Serenissima Republic. Uncover the secrets, legends, and persecutions that shaped this ancient era. Experience the pain and ponder on the plight of the accused.
- Circolo Artistico - Palazzo Delle Prigioni - Discover inside the prestigious Palazzo delle Prigioni ancient objects and instruments of justice used by the Venetian Republic between the 15th and 18th century in the persecution of withcraft.
- Circolo Artistico - Palazzo Delle Prigioni - Discover inside the prestigious Palazzo delle Prigioni ancient objects and instruments of justice used by the Venetian Republic between the 15th and 18th century in the persecution of withcraft.
- Entrance Ticket to Maleficia Museum
- Audio guide commentary
- Entrance Ticket to Maleficia Museum
- Audio guide commentary
Suggestive testimonies, documents and objects: these are just some of the elements that combine to make Maleficia a unique exhibition, capable of revealing the mysteries, secrets, legends and historical facts that marked the thousand extraordinary years of the Serenissima Republic.
In a journey through original artifacts and reproductions, discover in…
Suggestive testimonies, documents and objects: these are just some of the elements that combine to make Maleficia a unique exhibition, capable of revealing the mysteries, secrets, legends and historical facts that marked the thousand extraordinary years of the Serenissima Republic.
In a journey through original artifacts and reproductions, discover in this exhibition, housed inside the prestigious Prisons’ Palace, ancient documents used by the Holy Office in the persecution of witchcraft and the instruments of justice employed to counter it. In this Palace, between the 15th and 18th centuries, the terrible Tribunal of the Inquisition condemned to death many women accused of evil spells and magical arts and many famous people as Giacomo Casanova, accused of dabbling in magic and the occult!
An exhibit that will take you into the medieval age making you reflect on the suffering of those condemned to death and torture in past eras.
- Unfortunately, this tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities.
- The ticket is refundable until 24 hours before the visit
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
