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Campanile di San Marco

San Marco 328, 31024 Venice, Italy
39 041 5225205
Ranked #9 of 154 attractions in Venice
4.5 of 5 stars 229 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Observation Decks/ Towers, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
Owner description: Originally built as a lighthouse to assist navigation in the lagoon, visitors can be whisked by elevator to the top of St. Mark's Campanile or bell...... more » Owner description: Originally built as a lighthouse to assist navigation in the lagoon, visitors can be whisked by elevator to the top of St. Mark's Campanile or bell tower to savor incredible views of Venice, the lagoon and the Alps in the distance. « less
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TheTitch
Shropshire
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012 NEW

It cost us 8 euros each to travel to the top of the tower. The views of venice and surrounding islands were impressive. there is a small gift shop at the top. You travel up by lift (so don't be put off by the thought of stairs!!). It was extremely cold and windy when we went, wrap up warm! More

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Presuminged
Bristol, United Kingdom
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25 reviews
28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012 NEW

Take your camera to make the best of the great views More

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AnthonyDunn
London, United Kingdom
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16 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

You would not believe that it collapsed in 1912 and was completely rebuilt thereafter. It's now undergoing strengthening of its foundations to ensure no repeat of this. More

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hopeanderson09
Los Angeles
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13 reviews
17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Take the elevator up to the top and you will see panoramic views in 4 directions. It is beyond describing, particularly on a beautiful sunny day. One of the bells was rung while we were there--a multi-ton bronze monster just over our heads. It was amazing! More

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Alicia D
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
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27 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Pay the 8 Euros or so to go to the top during a clear day and take in the incredible views. This is the highest point in Venice so you have the best vantage point. More

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Victoria T
Woking, United Kingdom
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4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

To see Venice from such a height gives a completely different perspective on the City. The view of the room tops was fantastic. More

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Effie L
Athens
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17 reviews
15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

why should visitors pay money to visit the campanile and the treasures in the cathedral? In Orthodox churches and monasteries you DO NOT HAVE ADMISSION!!!!!!!!!!! More

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barrolove
Upland, California
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7 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

Going to the top of the Companile is a wonderful way to see panoramic views of the city. More

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SergioMcGreg
Reading, United Kingdom
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21 reviews
19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012
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Or switch off your hearing aid, as I did.. When the bell rings some people jump for the shock, so beware and be ready.. it will silently start to move and if you are contemplating the gorgeous "birdview" landscape you might forget there is a tonne heavy bell moving towards you.. The view of the Alps in a clear sky... More

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Marisa2626
RI
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

Breath taking view and even better when the bells ring. Also very romantic when sitting in the piazza at midnight drinking prosecco when the bells ring.... More

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