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San Giorgio Maggiore, Venice

4.8
#7 of 188 in Historic Sites in Venice
Church · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
You access San Giorgio Maggiore, a 16th-century Benedictine church, by boat. As you approach the island, notice how the structure's white marble facade contrasts with the blue of the lagoon. Enter to discover its equally bright interior. Admire several paintings by Venice-born Renaissance artist Tintoretto, as well as many other religious artworks. You can take the elevator up to the bell tower for a small fee to discover views of the Venetian Lagoon. Plan to see San Giorgio Maggiore and other attractions that appeal to you using our Venice trip planner.
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Tours to San Giorgio Maggiore

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  • By 861mckennan
    Stunning 360 degree views of the lagoon and Venice. I loved picking out all the islands dotted around. There was no line, and we waltzed right up. Plus, you get to take a lovely boat ride to get...  more »
  • By Asiyah Noemi K
    It is a perfect, quiet area to enjoy the beauty of Venice and to immerse yourself in history. The first significant thing on the island was the wooden church of San Giorgio (dedicated to St. George...  more »
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  • By Mark Woodley
    Andrea Palladio's creation in Venice is a simplistic Renaissance church in comparison to some of the more Byzantine opulence found elsewhere in Venice. Views from the Campanile are magnificent in all directions and if you tire of the crowds, take the vaporetto across and enjoy some beautiful artwork, an open air theatre Teatro Verde, and peacefulness. Admission to the bell tower is minimal where you can gaze down on the ritzy Hotel Cipriani, art sculptures and across to St. Mark's Square. The bells ringing adds to the experience. A beautiful vantage point for any visit to Venice.
  • By Megan Moore
    forget the campanile de San Marco, take the vaparetto to the other side of the canale grande to the Chiesa San Giorgio and the included tower. Free entry for the church and some euros for the tower, no waiting time without the water bus :-) a nice and quite place, a beautiful look over venice up to the beach (lido) and also the harbour with the very big cruise ship like costa and aida but bigger the MSC, twice as high on the horizon
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