Palazzo del Cinema

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Located between the Adriatic Sea and the Venetian Lagoon, the Palazzo del Cinema is one of Italy's most prestigious congress venues and a global symbol of cinematic culture.

It is famously known as the site of the first Venice International Film Festival, the oldest and most respected film festival in the world. Spread over three floors, the venue can accommodate up to 1,032 delegates in the Sala Grande, with an additional three halls seating between 48 and 120 people. A range of smaller breakout rooms (from 15 to 45 seats) are also available for parallel sessions, workshops, private meetings, or support functions.

The Palazzo del Cinema is directly connected to the neighbouring Palazzo del Casinò via a covered walkway, offering event organisers a seamless, flexible solution for large-scale international congresses and high-profile gatherings.

Event space and meeting rooms

Total number of meeting rooms/spaces
11 halls over three floors
Total maximum capacity
1,032 delegates (Sala Grande)
Outdoor spaces available
A 1,200 sqm panoramic terrace
Special areas
Over 1,000 sqm of exhibition space. A 1,200 sqm panoramic terrace. A cocktail area on the Balcony level (390 sqm, up to 300 guests). A reception and welcome hall on the Mezzanine floor (over 1,100 sqm, capacity up to 1,000 guests).

Meeting room specifications

Sala Grande
Max capacity: 1,032 delegates
Sala Zorzi (ground floor)
Max capacity: 48-seat theatre layout
Sala Frau
Area: over 100 sqm
Max capacity: up to 70 people
Sala De Sica
Max capacity: 15 to 45 seats
Sala Sordi
Max capacity: 15 to 45 seats
Sala Vitti
Max capacity: 15 to 45 seats
Sala Loren
Max capacity: 15 to 45 seats
Sala Visconti
Max capacity: 15 to 45 seats
Sala Fellini
Max capacity: 15 to 45 seats

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