Venice City Center Travel Guide
Venice
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Popular places to visit
St. Mark's Square
Experience the timeless charm of Venice’s glorious heart, home to the city’s most famous cultural icons, many cafés ... and several thousand pigeons.
Grand Canal
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!
Rialto Bridge
Take a stroll across Venice’s oldest and most iconic bridge for romantic views, souvenir shopping and street entertainment.
St. Mark's Basilica
Gilded mosaics, a jewel-encrusted screen and magnificent Byzantine architecture make this cathedral one of the most stunning attractions in Venice.
Doge's Palace
This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.
Teatro La Fenice
Tour the lavish interior of one of Italy's most prestigious music venues then enjoy an evening of classic or experimental opera.
Things to do
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride
Venice in a Day: Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica (option)
Morning Walking Tour of Venice with Mini Cruise
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Top hotels in Venice City Center
Hotel Montecarlo
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
The St. Regis Venice
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025
Unahotels Ala Venezia - Adults Only
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Venice City Center
San Marco
San Marco is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like St. Mark's Square and Grand Canal.
San Polo
San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Grand Canal and Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari while you're in town.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Grand Canal and Casino of Venice.
Santa Croce
Santa Croce is known for its charming cafes, and you can make a stop by Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal while in the area.
Dorsoduro
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Dorsoduro. A stop by Grand Canal or Maritime Station might round out your trip.
Castello
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.
- Places of interest
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- More trip options
- St. Mark's Square
- Rialto Bridge
- St. Mark's Basilica
- Doge's Palace
- Teatro La Fenice
- St Mark's Campanile
- Bridge of Sighs
- Palazzo Grassi
- Academy Bridge
- Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery
- Rialto Market
- Museo Correr
- Palazzo Cavalli-Franchetti
- Palazzo Barbaro
- Chiesa Santa Maria dei Miracoli
- Procuratie Nuove