Venice City Center Travel Guide

Venice

A historic building with a dome and bell tower by the water.
A panoramic view of a coastal city with historic buildings and a prominent tower.
A canal in Venice with gondolas and historic buildings.
A canal with boats and buildings along the water.
A canal with boats and colorful buildings in Venice.

Stay near popular Venice City Center attractions

A historic building with intricate architecture and a large open plaza.

St. Mark's Square

9.4/10 (18,837 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.
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Things to do

Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour

Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour

£72
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal

Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal

£32
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Venice in a Day with St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, & Gondola Ride

Venice in a Day:Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica & City Tour

£126
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Venice in a Day:Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica & City Tour
Single gondola paddles down waterway in Venice

Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride

£34
per traveller
72% of travellers recommend
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Sidewalk flanked by colorful buildings in Burano

Murano & Burano Tour

£43
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Murano & Burano Tour
Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit

Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit with Optional Torcello

£22
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit with Optional Torcello
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Top hotels in Venice City Center

Antico Panada

Antico Panada

3 out of 5
Calle degli Specchieri 646 Venice VE
The price is £66 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£66
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Antico Panada
Hotel Montecarlo

Hotel Montecarlo

3 out of 5
Calle Specchieri 463 San Marco Venice VE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £122 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£122
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,353 reviews)
"The hotel was wonderful. The quaint hotel you would expect in Venice. Convenient to St. Mark's Square. The breakfast was great. The rooms were comfortable. Be advised since it is an older historic building there are limited electrical outlets. I would stay there again 😊"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Montecarlo
Hotel Guerrato

Hotel Guerrato

Calle Drio La Scimia 240a Venice VE
The price is £102 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£102
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Guerrato
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo

4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco 1107 Venice VE
The price is £166 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
£166
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,835 reviews)
"Really appreciate the great location, friendly & welcoming staff & the quiet calm of the hotel that is just steps away from the center of Venice. It was safe, clean, comfortable and provided me with the perfect travel hub for my extended stay while traveling alone."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Hotel Bella Venezia

Hotel Bella Venezia

4 out of 5
San Marco 4710 - Calle Dei Fabbri Venice VE
The price is £151 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
£151
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"Location is fabulous, as it’s 2 mins from Rialto Bridge and 3 mins to Piazza San Marco, and our room had a great view over the canal. The room was good, the air conditioning worked well, the breakfast was decent. The front desk staff were fabulous; helpful, friendly, welcoming, etc."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Bella Venezia
Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto

4 out of 5
San Marco 5149 Ponte Di Rialto Venice VE
The price is £164 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£164
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Rialto
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Where to stay in Venice City Center

Find the best Venice City Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Venice City Center
Learn more about Venice City Center
A narrow Venetian canal with gondolas, historic buildings, and colorful balconies.

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 Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.

A canal in Venice with colorful buildings and a bridge.

Cannaregio

A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Casino of Venice and Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery.

A canal with boats docked, historic buildings, and a clear sky.

San Polo

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.

A canal with boats, historic buildings, and a large dome.

Santa Croce

Santa Croce is known for its charming cafes, and you can make a stop by Piazzale Roma and Venetian Museum of Natural History while in the area.

A historic building with a dome and bell tower by the water.

Dorsoduro

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.

Venice City Center Travel Guide

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