San Giorgio island
Abbazia di San Giorgio Maggiore
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
Island church offering stunning panoramic views of Venice from its bell tower.
San Giorgio
www.abbaziasangiorgio.it
+39 375 632 3595
While entry to the church is free, taking the elevator to the top of the bell tower costs €6.
Highlights
So photographed!
Because of its location opposite Piazza San Marco, the church often appears in everyone's holiday photos, sometimes without them even realizing it.
Dazzling
Its facade, meticulously crafted from fine marble, hints at the grandeur within: a luminous, spacious interior showcasing masterpieces by Tintoretto.
Stunning aerial vistas
Accessible by elevator, the bell tower offers panoramic views of the Venetian skyline, rivaled only by those from Campanile di San Marco.
Why visit
Take in breathtaking views similar to those from Campanile di San Marco, but this time with the iconic tower also included in the frame.
How to Get There
Take the water bus
The #2 vaporetto takes you directly to the church's island.
Choosing a waterbus day pass is practical if you plan to continue cruising throughout the day and quickly see different parts of Venice.
Nearby
These top places are steps away from San Giorgio Maggiore:
10-15 min away
Riva degli Schiavoni
10-15 min away
Punta della Dogana
10-15 min away
Chiesa della Pieta (Vivaldi Church)
10-15 min away
Bridge of Sighs
10-15 min away
San Zaccaria
10-15 min away
Naval History Museum
10-15 min away
Piazza San Marco
