Campanile del duomo di Messina

The Campanile del Duomo di Messina is a bell tower standing next to the cathedral, rising to about 65 meters in height. It features an astronomical clock with intricate bronze statues on its exterior and houses multiple bells used for timekeeping throughout the day.

The current bell tower was rebuilt following the devastating earthquake of 1908 that destroyed much of the city. Earlier versions had been reconstructed multiple times after earthquakes struck in 1693 and 1783.

At noon each day, bronze figures representing local traditions perform a 12-minute mechanical display through an advanced system of gears.

Access to the upper levels is gained by climbing the internal staircase inside the tower. Plan your visit for around noon if you want to see the mechanical figures perform their daily display.

Eight bells within the tower were cast by the Colbachini foundry in 1929 and tuned to the F# major scale. Together they form the largest bell concert in Sicily.

Location: Messina

GPS coordinates: 38.19232,15.55468

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:43