Isola di San Michele
Attraction
4.6 (110 reviews)
Expansive, verdant & red-walled island with a cemetery from the early 1800 alongside a chapel.
Isola di San Michele, 30121 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Highlights from Reviews
• unique cemetery
The island cemetery is considered a one-of-a-kind place globally, offering a distinctive and interesting historical experience.
• historical significance
It's the burial place of many famous personalities like Stravinsky and Diaghilev, organized into various sections, including Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant burials.
• peaceful atmosphere
Many visitors found the cemetery to be a beautiful, large, and well-maintained place that offers a peaceful and quiet break from the busy streets of Venice.
• beautiful architecture
The Church of San Michele, an early example of Renaissance architecture, and the overall aesthetic of the island are noted for their beauty, both from afar and up close.
• convenient access
Despite initial navigation challenges, the cemetery island is easily accessible by vaporetto from Venice, making it a good stop on the way to other islands like Murano.
