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Campanile di San MarcovsBasilica di San Marco
St Mark's Basilica and Campanile di San Marco are both highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, St Mark's Basilica scores significantly higher than Campanile di San Marco. St Mark's Basilica has a TripExpert Score of 89 with endorsements from 7 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
Campanile di San Marco
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Michelin Guide
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U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's
San Marco 328, 31024 Venice
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Time Out "At almost 99m (325ft), the Campanile is the city's tallest building, originally built between 888 and 912." Full review
Fodor's "Construction of Venice's famous brick bell tower (325 feet tall, plus the angel) began in the 9th century, and took on its present form in 1514." Full review
Let's Go "This tall brick bell tower is undeniably the dominant fixture of the Venetian skyline, so much so that, in 1997, a group of Venetian separatists stormed it to proclaim their message from its heights." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"One of Venice's most distinctive landmarks." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Sansovino's classical marble loggia at the base of the Campanile is decidedly mythical, showcasing bronzes of pagan deities Minerva, Apollo and Mercury, plus Peace." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Today's campanile is used for sightseers desiring a Venetian panorama – though one with few canal views; oddly, since most of the canals are obscured from its 325-foot height. " Full review
Frommer's "It's an easy elevator ride up to the top of this 97m (318-ft.) bell tower for a breathtaking view of the cupolas of St. Mark's." Full review
Basilica di San Marco
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San Marco 328, 30124 Venice
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Concierge "Entering St. Mark's Square from its western end and suddenly confronting this glittering, magnificent Byzantine cathedral has been the oh-wow moment for countless Venice visitors."
Frommer's "The architectural style for the sumptuously Byzantine Basilica di San Marco, replete with five mosquelike bulbed domes, was borrowed from Constantinople." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The brick basilica is clad in patchworks of marbles and reliefs from Syria, Egypt and Palestine – priceless trophies from Crusades conquests and battles with Genoa." Full review
Time Out "Often seen as the living testimony of Venice's links with Byzantium, St Mark's basilica is also an expression of the city's independence." Full review
Fodor's "An expression of the political, intellectual, and economic aspiration and accomplishments of a city that for centuries was at the forefront of European culture." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "On the top of every first-time Venice visitor's must-see list, this Byzantine cathedral never fails to impress." Full review
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To avoid the lines during high season, book a timed ticket online—or, better yet, stop by for an early morning mass.
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The facade of Saint Mark's Basilica is superb, the interior will leave you in awe." Full review
Afar Magazine "The beauty on the outside can't even begin to compete with the treasure that is the inside - unfortunately no photos are allowed. Photos wouldn't do it justice anyway." Full review
Atlas Obscura "An extensive collection of reliquaries containing the bones of saints housed in the largest Catholic church in Venice. " Full review
Afar Magazine "The Basilica San Marco is Venice's crown jewel." Full review
