Venice: Bell Tower and San Marco History Gallery Tickets

4.3 out of 5 stars
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Activity provider:
CITY TOURS CO LTD
Venice: Bell Tower and San Marco History Gallery Tickets
4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3
597 reviews
Likely to sell out

Enjoy the breathtaking St. Mark's Bell Tower, the tallest structure in Venice. Explore the History Gallery to learn about Venice and its gondolas, and take a VR journey through the centuries.

About this ticket

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Duration 1 hour
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Skip the ticket line
Host or greeter
English, French, Spanish, German, Italian

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

K
Kelly – United States

Excellent view. A skip the line ticket wasn’t a large time savings at 10:15am in mid June but maybe it would be on a different day.

J
Julien – Australia

Loved the VR experience a lot and the skip the line was worth pre booking for.

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Highlights

  • Take in panoramic views of Venice's iconic landmarks from St. Mark's Bell Tower
  • Access with skip-the-line tickets and ride the elevator to 98 meters up in the air
  • Discover the intricate craftsmanship of gondolas at the History Gallery
  • Put on your VR goggles to experience Piazza San Marco as it once looked
  • Become immersed in Venetian history and culture with this combo activity

Full description

Collect your tickets at the meeting point and head over to St. Mark's Bell Tower. Access with skip-the-line tickets and take a quick elevator ride to the top. Admire stunning vistas of the city's iconic landmarks, including the domes of St. Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square, and the shimmering lagoon.

Capture panoramic images from this unique vantage point at 98 meters high, offering breathtaking views of Venice's architectural beauty and vibrant life.

Continue your journey in the History Gallery, immersing yourself in a virtual reality experience that transports you to historic Venice. You'll see Piazza San Marco as it once was, envision the Doge's Palace as a true medieval fortress, and explore the Rialto area, where a wooden drawbridge once stood—very different from the stone bridge we know today.

Includes

  • Host
  • Skip-the-line Bell Tower admission
  • History Gallery admission
  • VR experience
  • Bell Tower guided tour

Not suitable for

  • People with claustrophobia
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

From St. Mark’s Square, face the Basilica and turn right towards the Doge’s Palace. Continue past the Bridge of Sighs to Riva degli Schiavoni (the waterfront promenade). Walk for 2 minutes, then turn left into Calle de le Rasse. The Venice Tours Office is at number 4536; look for the sign at the entrance.

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Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 597 reviews

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Kelly – United StatesJune 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent view. A skip the line ticket wasn’t a large time savings at 10:15am in mid June but maybe it would be on a different day.
J
Julien – AustraliaJune 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Loved the VR experience a lot and the skip the line was worth pre booking for.
K
Kerrie – CanadaJune 11, 2025 – Verified booking
It was nice to be able to skip the line. The virtual tour was not what I expected, but it was good. Beautiful views, and a nice breeze at the top of the tower. Warning the tower bells go off on the hour, which was cool, but it hurt some peoples ears.

Product ID: 737149

Activity provider:
CITY TOURS CO LTD

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