Campanile

The Campanile (meaning Bell Tower in Italian) was erected to commemorate the landing of the 1820 British Settlers and is situated at the entrance to the railway station and harbour. The 53.5-m Campanile contains a chiming clock and the largest carillon of bells in the country. The observation room can be reached by climbing a 204-step staircase, offering a magnificent view of the harbour and surroundings. (It is advisable to visit this attraction in a group.)

The Campanile was declared a National Monument under old NMC legislation on 12 May 1989.

The Campanile contains the largest carillon of bells in the country in addition to its chiming clock.

It is situated at the entrance to the railway station and harbour in Strand Street.

Opening times are Tuesdays to Saturdays from 09h00 till 12h30 and 13h30 till 17h00. On Sundays, opening times are from 14h00 till 17h00. (Closed on Mondays). Admission is by freewill donation.

Latitude: -33° 57' 39.19" S Longitude: 25° 37' 30.13" E