The Timeless Elegance of Torre dell'Orologio

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from Piazza San Marco, head towards the Rialto Bridge. As you approach the bridge, turn right onto Calle de la Bissa. Continue straight until you reach the end of the street and cross the bridge over the Grand Canal. Once on the other side, continue straight on Salizzada San Polo until you reach Campo San Polo. From Campo San Polo, head towards the eastern side of the square and exit onto Calle dei Nomboli. Follow this street until you reach Campo Santa Margherita, then turn left onto Calle del Frutariol. Continue walking until you see the signs for the Accademia Bridge. After crossing the bridge, turn right on the first street, which is Calle Lunga. Follow this street until you reach the junction with Calle della Scuola. From there, turn left, and you will reach Torre dell'Orologio in about 10 minutes.

• Vaporetto

  If you're near the Grand Canal, you can take the Vaporetto (water bus) to the San Marco stop. From there, exit the Vaporetto and head towards Piazza San Marco. Once in the square, you can follow the walking directions provided above. If you're looking for a more direct route, from the San Marco stop, head towards Calle delle Fabbri, then continue until you reach the intersection with Calle de la Bissa. Turn left and follow the instructions above to reach Torre dell'Orologio.