10 TOP Things to Do in Sant'Erasmo (2026 Activity Guide)

Things to do

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

P8,289

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Sidewalk flanked by colorful buildings in Burano

Murano & Burano Tour

P3,512

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Taste of Venice: Local Tapas Tastings & Wine Tour

Venice Small Group Tour: Venetian Tapas, Wine, Spritz & Gondola Ride

P5,563

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Single gondola paddles down waterway in Venice

Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride

P2,739

per traveler

72% of travellers recommend

Venice: Basilica, Doge's Palace, Gondola Ride & History Gallery

Venice: St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Gondola Ride & History Gallery

P8,240

per adult

Gondolas parked in the water next to the Hard Rock Cafe in Venice Italy

Hard Rock Cafe Venice Dining with Priority Seating

P2,178

per traveler

88% of travellers recommend

Gondola Ride

P2,950

per adult

84% of travellers recommend

Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit

Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit with Optional Torcello

P1,791

per adult

84% of travellers recommend

Venice: Traveling Opera in a Historic Palace on Grand Canal

P6,673

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

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1. St. Mark's Square

Known by locals as El Piazza, St. Mark’s Square is a remarkably dynamic spot. By day it is teeming with tourists taking in the splendour of St Mark’s Basilica, the impressive façade of the Doge’s Palace and all the iconic sights of central Venice. By night it takes on a softer, more romantic atmosphere as couples emerge hand in hand to enjoy the softly illuminated Venetian cityscape.

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

2. Grand Canal

Venice’s aquatic thoroughfare snaking through the bustling heart of the city—the Grand Canal stretches four kilometres and passes by the most iconic landmarks that mark the skyline.

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A canal with boats and buildings along the water.

3. Rialto Bridge

One of the most iconic features of the Venetian cityscape, the Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto) has stood on its spot over the Grand Canal for more than five hundred years. With its immediately recognisable V-shaped design, stone arcades and balustrades, it is a popular spot for photographers, lovers, tourists—any and all who flock to this beautiful city.

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A stone bridge with arches over a canal, surrounded by historic buildings.

4. St. Mark's Basilica

Whenever you come into the heart of Venice, you won’t be able to miss the striking façade of St Mark’s Basilica (Basilica di San Marco), known affectionately by locals as the Chiesa d’Oro (Church of Gold). With its dazzling golden spires, it towers over St Mark’s Square, a spectacular piece of Byzantine architecture and one of Venice’s most iconic and best loved sights with its walls ornately adored with sculptures, reliefs and mosaics.

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A detailed mosaic with religious figures and architectural columns.

5. Piazza Mazzini

The Piazza Mazzini is a wide, open plaza with picturesque trees and fountains that help to keep you cool during the intense summer heat. Cafés, shops and hotels overlook this busy square, where bars and bright lights create a lively atmosphere at night.

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A street with a no entry sign, a bar, and a tennis court.

6. Caribe Bay

Aqualandia is a huge water park with a great variety of activities and themed worlds. In addition to its many pools and thrilling rides, it has a circus school, a limbo school and a climbing wall. Bring your family to swim against a backdrop of exotic vegetation and castles in the Laguna Baby, Golden Lagoon and Paradise Lagoon sections.

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A water slide at a theme park with a stone structure and water splashing down the slide.

What to do in Sant'Erasmo

Where to stay in Sant'Erasmo

Find the best Sant'Erasmo areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Sant'Erasmo

A canal in Venice with gondolas and historic buildings.

Venice City Center

The stunning cathedral and charming cafes are just a few highlights of Venice City Center. Make a stop by St. Mark's Square or Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo while you're exploring the area.

A narrow Venetian canal with gondolas, historic buildings, and colorful balconies.

San Marco

A noteworthy feature of San Marco is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out St. Mark's Square and Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.

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A canal in Venice with colorful buildings and a bridge.

Cannaregio

Travelers to Cannaregio praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by 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 popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari or Palazzo Pisani Moretta.

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