Venice City Center Travel Guide

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St Mark\'s Campanile featuring heritage architecture and a coastal town

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St. Mark's Square

4.5/5(1,265 reviews)

Experience the timeless charm of Venice’s glorious heart, home to the city’s most famous cultural icons, many cafés ... and several thousand pigeons.

St. Mark's Square
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Rialto Bridge

4.5/5(1,260 reviews)

Take a stroll across Venice’s oldest and most iconic bridge for romantic views, souvenir shopping and street entertainment.

Rialto Bridge
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St. Mark's Basilica

4.5/5(1,116 reviews)

Gilded mosaics, a jewel-encrusted screen and magnificent Byzantine architecture make this cathedral one of the most stunning attractions in Venice.

St. Mark's Basilica
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Doge's Palace

4.5/5(832 reviews)

This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.

Doge's Palace
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Grand Canal

4.5/5(1,134 reviews)

Venice’s famous canal winds through the city and brings you to nearly all of its world-famous attractions. Hop in a gondola or vaporetto to take it all in!

Grand Canal
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Teatro La Fenice

4.5/5(199 reviews)

Tour the lavish interior of one of Italy's most prestigious music venues then enjoy an evening of classic or experimental opera.

Teatro La Fenice

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Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Entrance Tickets

£39
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Doge's Palace Skip-the-Line Entrance Tickets
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Murano & Burano Tour

£43
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Murano & Burano Tour
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Top hotels in Venice City Center

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco 1107, Calle del Cavalletto, Venice, VE
The price is £196 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
£196
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,032 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Hotel Montecarlo
Hotel Montecarlo
3 out of 5
Calle Specchieri 463 San Marco, Venice, VE
The price is £231 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
£231
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
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"This hotel is in great location for exploring Venice. We found the hotel easily but were not prepared for the narrow Venetian streets. The staff were friendly and the room was comfortable."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Hotel Montecarlo
Hotel Bella Venezia
Hotel Bella Venezia
4 out of 5
San Marco 4710 - Calle Dei Fabbri, Venice, VE
The price is £307 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£307
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (379 reviews)
"Location,location, location! About halfway in between Venice's biggest landmarks Rialto Bridge and St Mark square. Close to Gran Canal and all water transportation. Very clean. Breakfast is decent. Staff is attentive and very helpful. Other reviewers have pointed to the fact that beds are hard, and ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Hotel Bella Venezia
Antico Panada
Antico Panada
3 out of 5
Calle degli Specchieri 646, Venice, VE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (993 reviews)
"Superb!"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

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Unahotels Ala Venezia - Adults Only
Unahotels Ala Venezia - Adults Only
3.5 out of 5
San Marco 2494, Campo Santa Maria Del Giglio, Venice, VE
The price is £216 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
£216
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Staff were exceptional . Convenient to water bus and all attractions . Breakfast was good and catered to gluten free needs . Only fault was the air conditioner in room was extremely noisy"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

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Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
4 out of 5
San Marco Mercerie 760, Venice, VE
The price is £348 per night from 28 May to 29 May
£348
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
"Great location and very good value for the heart of Venice. Happy to have chosen this hotel."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Venice City Center

San Marco which includes a river or creek and kayaking or canoeing

San Marco

4.5/5(1,050 area reviews)

San Marco is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica.

San Marco
San Polo featuring heritage architecture and a bay or harbour

San Polo

4.5/5(146 area reviews)

San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari and Palazzo Pisani Moretta while you're in town.

San Polo
Venetian Ghetto which includes boating, a coastal town and heritage architecture

Cannaregio

4.5/5(577 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Venetian Ghetto and Casino of Venice.

Cannaregio
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Santa Croce

4.5/5(210 area reviews)

Santa Croce is known for its charming cafes, and you can make a stop by Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal while in the area.

Santa Croce
Dorsoduro which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Dorsoduro

4.5/5(297 area reviews)

The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Dorsoduro. A stop by Maritime Station or Campo Santa Margherita might round out your trip.

Dorsoduro
Castello which includes heritage architecture and a river or creek

Castello

4.5/5(409 area reviews)

Castello is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St. Mark's Square and Venetian Arsenal, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Venice.

Castello

More to explore for Venice City Center

Venice Lido: How to Visit the Beach in Venice

Venice Lido: How to Visit the Beach in Venice

Venice Lido: How to Visit the Beach in Venice
Neighbourhood Guides: The Must-Dos in Venice's Cannaregio

Neighbourhood Guides: The Must-Dos in Venice's Cannaregio

Neighbourhood Guides: The Must-Dos in Venice's Cannaregio
Neighbourhood Guides: The Must-Dos in Dorsoduro, Venice

Neighbourhood Guides: The Must-Dos in Dorsoduro, Venice

Neighbourhood Guides: The Must-Dos in Dorsoduro, Venice
Sustainable Travel in Venice

Sustainable Travel in Venice

Sustainable Travel in Venice
Venice's 10 most beautiful bridges

Venice's 10 most beautiful bridges

Venice's 10 most beautiful bridges
Ancient Venice: A Tour through Art and Architecture

Ancient Venice: A Tour through Art and Architecture

Ancient Venice: A Tour through Art and Architecture

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