The huge Piazza San Marco is a public square where you will find yourself quite often. Venice's beloved landmark is home to and near several tourist landmarks such as the Campanile and Basilica di San Marco.
Beneath its arresting arcades are shops, restaurants, offices, museums, and fashionable cafes such as Caffe Florian. The place is always crowded with tourists, with dozens of pigeons being permanent residents here.
It's an ideal place to have your dinner after an exhausting day of sightseeing.
At 99m, St. Mark's Campanile is unmissable from any part of the city. Venice's tallest structure is a landmark and popular with tourists.
Situated in the enormous St. Mark's Square, the tower began its journey in the 12th century as a lighthouse for ships in the lagoon area. It took its present form in the 16th century with a few additions, including the belfry and the spire.
For a few euros, visitors are whisked away in an elevator to the belfry loggia. From here, one can get a superb view of Venice city and the surrounding areas. On clear days, if you are lucky, you can even see the Alps.
Architecture of the piazza, Cafes and Shops
Stunning views of Venice city, Lagoon and Alps in the distance.
Vaporetti:
From Piazzale Roma: Line 1, Vallaresso or San Zaccaria stop, Line 2 Giardinetti stop, Line 5.1 or Line 4.1, San Zaccaria stop.
From Santa Lucia Railway Station: Line 1, Vallaresso or San Zaccaria stop, Line 2 Giardinetti stop, Line 5.1 or Line 4.1, San Zaccaria stop.
St. Mark's Square
Sunday: Open 24 Hours
Monday: Open 24 Hours
Tuesday: Open 24 Hours
Wednesday: Open 24 Hours
Thursday: Open 24 Hours
Friday: Open 24 Hours
Saturday: Open 24 Hours
St Mark's Campanile (Bell Tower)
Sunday: 9:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday: 9:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday; 9:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Waiting Time
No waiting time
Entrance Fee
Free for St. Mark's Square
St. Mark's Campanile
Adult: 8 euros
Children (less than 16): 4 euros
Time you can spend
1 hour
Weather
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