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Travel to Venice without leaving Otaru
This art museum recreates a medieval palace in Venice, Italy's water city. It showcases the glamorous lifestyle of aristocrats throughout the four seasons along with 3,000 pieces of precious Venetian glass with a thousand-year history. These pieces, which are a condensation of the advanced techniques and beauty of Venetian glass, are truly "treasures."
Don't miss the state gondola that Princess Diana actually rode in when she was in Venice. There is also a popular cafe and a corner where you can take commemorative photos wearing an Italian dress with the luxurious palace rooms as the backdrop, making you feel like an aristocrat.
Business Hours
9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30)
*The museum will close at 16:00 on Monday, August 25, 2025 due to a change of special exhibition (last entrance 15:30)
*The museum shop is open until 18:00
*Business hours may differ, so please check the official website.
regular closing day
none
*The museum may be closed for changing exhibits.
Fee
Special discount rates (as of May 2025): Adults 500 yen / University students 350 yen / High school students 300 yen / Junior high and elementary school students 100 yen / Persons 65 and over 350 yen
*Regular price: Adults 700 yen / University and high school students 500 yen / Junior high and elementary school students 350 yen
parking lot
Available (charged)
Location
5-27 Sakaimachi, Otaru City
Approximately 10 minutes by car from Otaru IC
Approximately 10 minutes on foot from JR Minami Otaru Station / Approximately 20 minutes on foot from JR Otaru Station
Get off at the bus stop "Venice Museum"
*The information listed is current as of May 2025.
*The information posted may be subject to change, so please check the official website for details.
