Public invited to view reconditioned Campanile Bells

The Campanile Memorial is a tall red brick structure and the name means Bell Tower in Italian. It was built in honour of the 1820 British Settlers. The memorial can be found at the entrance of the railway station and the harbour, at the very spot the settlers set foot in the country. From its observation room a visitor is offered a spectacular view of the harbour and the surrounding area. The bells can be heard 3 times a day. The Campanile memorial was declared a National Monument under old NMC legislation on 12 May 1989. It is advisable to visit this memorial in a group.

The Memorial

  • The Architects were Jones and McWilliams
  • Has a Chiming clock
  • It's Height is 53.5m
  • Has the largest carillon of bells in the country
  • Has an Observation room
  • Is a Red brick tower
  • Has a staircase with 204 steps

Activities

Art Route 67

Free tours leave from this memorial every Friday at 13h00, but booking is essential.

Attractions Nearby

  • Donkin Reserve
  • Vuyisile Mini Square

Hours

Tuesday to Saturdays: 9h00-12H00 and 13h30-14h00

Sundays: 09h00 -12h00 and 13h30-15h00

The memorial has been closed for repairs. Please call the numbers provided on this site before your visit.

Admission

Free will donations

Contact Us

Campanile Memorial
Address:
Strand Street
6001 Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth
Eastern CapeSouth Africa
33° 57′ 39.186″ S, 25° 37′ 30.166″ E
work: +27 41 506 3293
work: +27 41 582 2575
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