Explore one of Venice’s hidden treasures with the Wood Foundation and Vatican tour, located on the peaceful island of San Giorgio Maggiore. This lesser-known forest, part of the Cini Foundation, offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience a harmonious blend of nature and architecture. The forest is home to the Vatican Chapels, a stunning collection of structures set within a natural and abstract environment, providing a unique space for reflection and admiration.
The highlight of this tour is the chance to explore the Vatican Chapels, designed and realized by ten world-renowned architects. These talented architects, hailing from various countries such as Italy, Spain, Portugal, Great Britain, the USA, were invited by Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi to contribute to this extraordinary project. Each architect was tasked with designing a unique chapel, all inspired by Gunnar Asplund’s iconic ‘Chapel in the Woods. It built in 1920 in the Stockholm cemetery.
As you walk through the serene forest, you’ll encounter these architectural masterpieces, each chapel offering its own interpretation of sacred space. The chapels are set against the backdrop of nature, creating an atmosphere of peace and contemplation. The fusion of contemporary design and the natural environment makes this tour a truly distinctive experience, unlike anything else in Venice.
In addition to admiring the chapels, the Wood Foundation and Vatican tour also allows you to learn about the Cini Foundation’s mission to preserve and promote cultural heritage. This unique initiative is part of their broader effort to create spaces where art, nature, and spirituality intersect.
Don’t miss the opportunity to explore this hidden gem and witness the creativity of some of the world’s most innovative architects. Book your Wood Foundation and Vatican tour today to discover the fascinating interplay between modern architecture and Venice’s timeless beauty.
Duration
1 hour
Meeting point
The Giorgio Cini Foundation is in Venice on the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore. Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the departure of the tour.
To get here you can take the water bus (Actv 2 Line), getting off at the San Giorgio stop, which leaves from: – San Zaccaria (approximately 3-minute trip) – Ferrovia (approximately 45-minute trip) – Piazzale Roma (approximately 40-minute trip) – Tronchetto (approximately 35-minute trip)