Suited for: Budget travelers and those short on time
Duration: 30 minutes
Guide: Not available
What you get
- Entry access to St. Mark’s Bell Tower.
- Explore the St. Mark’s Bell Tower at your convenience.
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St. Mark's Bell Tower, fondly known as the "master of the house," dominates the skyline of Venice's St. Mark's Square, inviting you to ascend its 323 feet for a one-of-a-kind perspective. From the top of the tower, you can see the maze of narrow streets, the red-tiled roofs of the buildings, the Grand Canal winding its way through the city, and prominent landmarks like St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, and the domes of St. Mark's Basilica. You can also see the lagoon and the Alps at a distance. But this tower isn't just about the view—it has a rich history. Originally built in the 9th century, it has been rebuilt several times, most notably after collapsing in 1902.
Fun fact: Galileo once used the bell tower to demonstrate his telescope to the Doge in 1609! So, if you're interested in history and want a cool view of Venice, don't miss the chance to climb St. Mark's Bell Tower.
The Spire, the bell tower’s pyramid-shaped crown, is as iconic as the bell tower itself. You can spot it at the top of the structure.
Catch a glimpse of the golden statue, which is a weather vane in the form of the archangel Gabriel, symbolic of divine protection and guidance.
The Lion of St. Mark stands as a symbol of Venice's power, prosperity, and maritime dominance. This iconic winged lion, often depicted holding a book and bearing a sword, represents the evangelist St. Mark, whose remains are believed to have been brought to Venice from Alexandria.
The allegorical figure of Venice as Justice at St. Mark's Bell Tower, embodies the city's commitment to fairness, equity, and the rule of law. Depicted with her eyes covered and holding scales and a sword, she symbolizes impartiality and the administration of justice. This representation underscores Venice's historical role as a center of commerce, diplomacy, and legal governance, where the principles of justice were upheld.
The famous bronze and marble logetta of the St. Mark’s Bell Tower is decorated with statues of ancient Roman Gods and deities. Designed by Jacopo Sansovino in the 16th century, the logetta of St. Mark’s Bell Tower served as a meeting place for the city’s leaders.
The Belfry, located at the top of St. Mark’s Bell Tower is home to the five bells of the tower - Marangona, Nona, Trottiera, Mezza Terza, and Renghiera. Each of these bells has a unique sound and was rung for different purposes.
From the top, you'll get a bird's-eye view of Venice's layout, including its famous canals and sometimes even the distant mountains. Look out for the other landmarks of St. Mark’s Square such as Doge’s Palace and the Basilica as well.
Standard entry tickets for St. Mark’s Bell Tower give you entry access to the tower, whereas combo tickets include skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Bell Tower and additional access to St. Mark’s Basilica.
The skip-the-line tickets are a great way to beat the crowd and get priority entry into St. Mark’s Bell Tower. They help save up on time as well!
While tickets can't be canceled or rescheduled, rest assured that your visit to St. Mark's Bell Tower promises unforgettable experiences and stunning views to cherish.
Yes! As long as they’re supervised, they can visit the St. Mark’s bell tower and enjoy the stunning views at the top.
You'll usually wrap up your tour of St. Mark’s Bell Tower in about 30 minutes, but feel free to take your time and soak in the views!
The bell tower is safe! Although it collapsed centuries ago, it was meticulously rebuilt and reinforced to ensure its stability. Today, it stands as a testament to Venetian resilience and engineering prowess, offering a secure and memorable experience for all who visit.
Make sure to seize the chance to explore the delightful array of souvenirs and Venetian crafts available near St. Mark's Square. For even more shopping delights, don't forget to wander through the charming shops lining Calle Larga XXII Marzo as well.
The lift can get crowded, especially during peak season, so you may have to wait in line to enter. But the view at the top is certainly worth it.
If you're claustrophobic and wish to avoid taking the lift at St. Mark's Bell Tower, you can take the stairs! There are 323 steps, and while climbing stairs might take more time and effort, it can be a better option if you're not comfortable with the lift.
This VR experience was static and of limited information. Each scene was a low quality static image without much imagination. I was expecting a more hands-on approach to educating us visitors aabout San Marco.
I booked tickets for a 9:30 am tour, but when I went to pick up tickets, the office said our tickets were for 5:30 pm. We were leaving Venice at 11 am and would not be able to do the tour. I tried to contact Headout via the app virtual communication for either support or a refund and the app would not allow me to get the help I needed. I would enter all informaton and then the text app would start the communication over. I did it multiple times. Thanks to my sob story and the very kind people working at the Clock Tower, we were allowed up the tower before we left Venice. I will NEVER use Headout again.
Spend less time waiting and more time exploring St. Mark’s Campanile & San Marco History Gallery!
Inclusions
Priority entry to St. Mark’s Bell Tower
Priority entry to San Marco History Gallery
Virtual reality experience at San Marco History Gallery
English, Italian, French, Spanish or German-speaking host (as per option selected)
Exclusions
With my tickets I could NOT enter St. Mark's Basilica and not the bell tower!!!! The cathedral was closed at my booked time slot - after that I couldn't get back in! Booked 13h. Cathedral only opened at 14h! 113€ (3x combination tickets expire!)
After buying the tickets I did get a booking number, but no QR code. I should go with the booking number to the venue to have it changed for physical tickets. But the venue didn't know headout or couldn't do this. Calling the first agent didn't help. The chat was helpfull, but didn't solve the problem. Calling the local agent did solve the problem. A lot of trouble to finally get the tickets we payed for ... BTW the Basilica and Campanile were great 👍
concerning reservation N°24921905 Christophe COUFFY Phone: +33 (0)6 08 33 38 35 Hello, Let me remind you of the facts: I made 2 reservations on your site, the Campanille in Piazza San Marco, everything went perfectly with the tickets that were available on the app. The next day for the visit to the Basilica of San Marco, I was well in advance to exchange the reservation for tickets as indicated on the app, there was no one for the exchange, I tried to call your partner's number, no one answered, (guides from other tours present also tried with their Italian phones without success) your own automatic assistance system replied that it was sending the tickets to my email address, I received nothing either! I therefore request a refund for this service, as I was unable to take the tour. Best regards. Christophe COUFFY
We were unable to use the tickets because there was there nowhere to redeem them
You did not provide the service I paid for
i didn't manage to get in because i didn't receive my tickets
It's been three weeks and I still haven't head back! You cancelled the ticket! You tried to reschedule that times did not work for me. I want my money back! Please contact me at dseeman@hbi.com.
Skip long queues to explore St. Mark's Basilica & the Bell Tower with the Venice Pass.
Inclusions
Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica
Fast-track access to the elevator for the Bell Tower
Exclusions
Hotel transfers and transportation
Meals
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
