Former Church Santa Chiara Murano
Built in the 16th century as a functioning Franciscan convent church, Former Church Santa Chiara on Murano Island has been meticulously restored into an intimate wedding venue that preserves its sacred architectural heritage.
Former Church Santa Chiara Murano is an estate destination wedding venue in Venezia, Italy, hosting 30 to 120 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 45-60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Former Church Santa Chiara Murano
Built in the 16th century as a functioning Franciscan convent church, Former Church Santa Chiara on Murano Island has been meticulously restored into an intimate wedding venue that preserves its sacred architectural heritage.
The deconsecrated space retains soaring vaulted ceilings, original stone columns, and centuries-old frescoes, offering couples a ceremony backdrop steeped in Venetian history.
Located on the island famous for its glassblowing tradition, the venue provides a rare opportunity to marry within an authentic Renaissance structure while remaining accessible by boat from Venice proper.
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We had a fantastic time in The Glass Cathedral. The glass blowing was amazing. I would definitely recommend.
Sarah O’Reilly · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 300 guests
Money
- Price
- €6,000 to €18,000 venue feeAisle estimate
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- VCE, 60 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet hall
- Setting
- Island, restored, elegant
Venue highlights
- 16th-century Franciscan convent church with original architectural details intact
- Capacity of 80-120 seated guests in the main ceremony hall
- Original frescoes, vaulted ceilings, and hand-carved stone columns remain from restoration
- Private access via Fondamenta Manin with water taxi and gondola arrival options
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 3:00 PMGuest arrival on Murano; welcome reception at nearby café or hotel
- 10:30 AMPhotography session with bridal party at venue and Murano island locations
- 3:00 PMCeremony begins in Former Church Santa Chiara (45-60 minutes)
- 4:15 PMCocktail hour and photo session on Fondamenta Manin or nearby piazza
- 5:30 PMReception and dinner in venue or external catering space
- 10:00 PMEvening departure; optional nighttime gondola ride through Venice
- MorningFarewell breakfast; guests return to airport or continue exploring Venice
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- VCE · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport.
- Typical total
- €12,000-25,000+Aisle estimate
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€12,000-25,000+ (100 guests, ceremony + reception + basic catering)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,500-4,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €65-120 a headAisle estimate
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€65-120 (guest count dependent)
- Room rate
- €100-280 a nightAisle estimate
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€100-280 (Murano island options; Venice nearby €120-350)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 041 712 3808
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Final quote requires direct consultation. Venue rental does not include catering or bar service. Water transport for guests incurs additional costs.
Questions about the venue
Is the venue still a functioning church?+
No, the space has been deconsecrated and is exclusively available for private events, including weddings.
What is the maximum guest capacity?+
The main hall accommodates up to 120 seated guests for ceremonies and receptions.
How do guests arrive at the venue?+
Guests travel by water taxi, vaporetto, or private gondola from Venice to Murano Island. The venue is a short walk from the main water transport stops.
Are outside catering and decorators permitted?+
Yes, couples may hire their own catering and floral/décor teams. Contact the venue directly for vendor requirements and restrictions.
What is nearby for guest accommodations?+
Murano has several small hotels and guesthouses. Many guests choose to stay in central Venice, approximately 15 minutes away by vaporetto.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 300 guests
“Our rooms can accommodate up to 300 people seated and thanks to their versatility, they can adapt to any type of style and mood your wedding will have.”
Read the source for seated dinnerExclusive use required: Yes
“TAll the spaces of The Glass Cathedral will be given to you exclusively for the duration of the Event.”
Read the source for exclusive use requiredEvent spaces: Banquet hall
“Oltre alla nostra spaziosa sala banchetti, al bar a servizio completo e al giardino privato, i clienti di The Glass Cathedral apprezzano la straordinaria acustica offerta dai nostri alti soffitti a volta e si godono dimostrazioni dal vivo della lavorazione del vetro di Murano durante i loro eventi.”
Read the source for event spacesSetting: Island, restored, elegant
“La Cattedrale ex Santa Chiara, comodamente situata nell'isola di Murano, è a pochi passi dal nostro ampio molo privato, accessibile tramite passerella coperta, e dotato di ogni comfort necessario per rendere indimenticabile il vostro evento.”
Read the source for setting