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Standard ticket
The most affordable option. Perfect in low season or if you're at the door at opening time, when the queue is short. Available on-site, subject to availability.
St Mark's Campanile: ticket prices and discounts
How much it costs to reach the top, which ticket types are available and how to keep costs down. Indicative prices from the official website, a comparison of standard versus skip-the-line tickets, and advice for families.
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Ticket cost
How much does St Mark's Campanile cost?
According to the official St Mark's Basilica website, the full-price ticket to go up the Campanile costs €10. That's exceptional value for one of Italy's most breathtaking viewpoints — especially given that the ascent is by lift.
Tickets purchased online through authorised resellers may be priced differently: usually slightly higher, because they include a timed entry slot, priority access and often a digital audio guide. You're essentially paying for the convenience of bypassing the queue and having your time slot guaranteed.
| Ticket type | What's included | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Full price (official ticket office) | Entry to the Campanile | €10* |
| Skip-the-line + audio guide | Priority entry, timed slot, audio guide | Variable, online |
| Combo / tour package | Campanile + other attractions or transfer | Depends on the package |
| Reduced (children, groups) | Entry at a concession rate | Less than full price |
*Full price per the official website. Rates may change: always verify the current amount before purchasing.
Standard vs skip-the-line: the comparison
The real question isn't "how much does it cost?" but "which option is right for me?" Here's how I think about it:
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Skip-the-line + audio guide
Costs a little more, but can save you over an hour in peak season and adds the story of the city as you ascend. My choice during the busy months.
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Combo tickets and tours
If you want to see more (Basilica, Doge's Palace, a lagoon tour), a combined package can bring down the overall cost per attraction.
Discounts and concession rates
The Campanile is not included in the Basilica's general free entry schemes, but concessions do exist. Conditions vary between the official ticket office and resellers, so always check at the time of purchase.
- Children: reduced rate within specified age brackets; the very young often enter at a very low price or free.
- Groups: dedicated rates once a minimum number of participants is reached.
- Schools and religious institutions: special conditions on request.
Expert tip: travelling with children? Check the exact age that qualifies for a discount before you pay. I've seen families buy full-price tickets for a child who was entitled to the reduced rate — simply because they hadn't read the conditions.
City Pass and cumulative cards: are they worth it?
Venice offers several tourist cards that bundle museums, churches and sometimes public transport. The golden rule is simple:
- Many visits + vaporetti → a card can significantly cut the per-attraction cost.
- Just the Campanile → a single ticket is simpler and more economical.
- A few days, packed itinerary → consider passes that include the Basilica and Doge's Palace.
Always do the maths based on the attractions you will actually visit: a card only pays off if you use it fully.
How to save on your visit
🌅 Go at opening time and avoid queues and stress
🎧 Choose a ticket with audio guide included
👨👩👧 Check the children's discount rates
🗓️ Book ahead for high-season dates
🎫 Consider a combo ticket if you're seeing multiple sights
To find out when to go, see the opening hours. If you want to understand how priority entry works, head to the skip-the-line page.
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The editorial team
Independent Venice guide
"At €10, the Campanile is one of the best-value viewpoints in Europe. I only pay the skip-the-line premium when the piazza is packed — in low season, it simply isn't necessary."
Frequently asked questions
Prices: common queries
How much is the full-price ticket?
€10 according to the official St Mark's Basilica website. Skip-the-line tickets with audio guide purchased online may cost more, as they include a timed entry slot and extra services.
Do children have to pay?
Reduced rates are available for younger visitors, and in many cases children below a certain age enter at a token price or for free. Age brackets vary — check the conditions when purchasing.
Does the Campanile ticket include the Basilica?
No. The Campanile and the Basilica have separate tickets. There are, however, combined packages that bundle several of the monuments in Piazza San Marco.
Can I pay on the day?
Yes, at the ticket desk — but in high season you risk long queues or finding time slots sold out. Booking online avoids unpleasant surprises.
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