Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
14th-century Contarini family palace known for its spiral 'bovolo' staircase, added later so the palace would stand out among the narrow alleys.
Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo appears in 3 of the 17 Venice vlogs we indexed, first in 2020, most recently in 2024.
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- Intrepid Italian with Michele | Learn Italian FAST
21 UNIQUE Things to do in Venice, Italy 2026 🇮🇹 (ULTIMATE Guide) + FREE Italian Phrases PDF
Entry is timed, so booking is essential; on a clear day you can see the Dolomites from the top.
- Giulia Explains Italy
VENICE: 13 places TOURISTS DON'T KNOW | Venice hidden gems
The top of the staircase looks out toward the Doge's Palace and over the rooftops of Venice.
- World Wild Hearts
VENICE, ITALY | 10 Best Things To Do In Venice (Including hidden gems & travel tips)
A hidden-gem alternative to the Campanile: lower, but with far fewer crowds.
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