San Giorgio Maggiore

The church was designed by Andrea Palladio in the 16th century, with a white marble facade that you see from every point on the St Mark's waterfront. Inside, the space is plain and bright, with two large paintings by Tintoretto near the high altar. The island is quieter than the square across the water and gives you the reverse view of the city. The monastery buildings belong to a foundation and are not part of the visit.

What to look for

• Palladio's white facade
• Tintoretto's paintings near the high altar
• The view back across the basin to St Mark's
• The quiet quay on the island

Opening hours

The church is open daily 09:00 to 18:00, with a service on Sundays at 11:00 in the Chapel of the Deposition. The bell tower is closed for extraordinary maintenance and no reopening date has been announced.

Source: Abbazia di San Giorgio Maggiore, checked October 5, 2026

Tickets and booking

Free.

Getting there

Take vaporetto line 2 from San Zaccaria to San Giorgio, a ride of about three minutes.

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Tip

Take the boat in the late afternoon and walk to the quay for the view back at the Doge's Palace and the Campanile.