San Giorgio Maggiore Church

The first church of San Giorgio Maggiore was built here about 790. The present building dates from 1566. It was begun by Andrea Palladio but was not completed until 1610, thirty years after his death, by Scamozzi. The present bell tower dates from the 18th century. It is well worth taking the lift to the top as from the platform there is a marvelous panoramic view of the city and the lagoon (entrance to the left of the monastic choir).

The most important painting in the church is "The Shower of Manna" by Tintoretto in the Presbytery. The High Altar is the work of Girolamo Campagna, a pupil of Sansovino (late 16th century).