Dorsoduro

Venice

Dorsoduro showing a bridge and a river or creek
Dorsoduro
Dorsoduro which includes heritage architecture and a coastal town
Dorsoduro which includes heritage architecture
Dorsoduro showing a river or creek

One of six districts in Venice, this beautiful area has many sights located along the edge of Venice and on the island of Giudecca.

Originally one of the wealthier oceanfront portions of Venice, Dorsoduro retains some of its extravagance while offering relatively affordable food and nightlife. During the day, tour the ornate churches throughout the area. At night, retreat into a bar or restaurant.

Many come to Dorsoduro to see an array of beautiful churches within a small area. Gaze at the amazing Fumiani artwork that canopies the entire ceiling of San Pantalon. Admire the long, Gothic hallways of the Santa Maria dei Carmini and appreciate the Veronese paintings of San Sebastiano.

Be sure to visit the museum Punta della Dogana. This former customs building has hosted some of the finest art exhibitions in the world and it continues to maintain a handsomely funded collection, courtesy of François Pinault, the French billionaire.

Cross the Accademia Bridge and view the artwork displayed at the Peggy Guggenheim Museum. Patron to many of the most famous modernist artists, Peggy Guggenheim collected art from Picasso, Kandinsky, Mondrian and many others. The American heiress assembled a startling collection housed at this museum, which also features a sculpture garden outside.

Take advantage of Dorsoduro’s night life. Get active on the dance floor of a club or sit down for a beer at a bar. Find late-night fun and inexpensive drinks at Campo Santa Margherita, a legendary square that fills up with locals at night. People watch and enjoy nightlife with friendly Venetians.

With access to lively squares and waterfront views, many people opt to stay in Dorsoduro while they tour Venice. The relatively inexpensive cuisine found in Dorsoduro makes the area popular with locals during lunch breaks. Find the least expensive and most delicious food outside the main squares.

Take the Venice Vaporetto Line 1 to reach Dorsoduro. Many of the attractions here are walking distance from each other. Before you leave, try a marzipan cake at the 120-year-old patisserie, Pasticceria Tonolo.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Dorsoduro

Palazzo Veneziano

Palazzo Veneziano

4.5 out of 5
Fondamenta delle Zattere 1413, Venice, VE
The price is P13,834 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P13,834
P15,816 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
"There is nothing that is not fantastic here. Wonderful!"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Palazzo Veneziano
Avani Rio Novo Venice Hotel (previously NH Venezia Rio Novo)

Avani Rio Novo Venice Hotel (previously NH Venezia Rio Novo)

4 out of 5
Calle Larga Ragusei Dorsoduro, 3489, Venice, VE
The price is P11,182 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
P11,182
P12,902 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star property in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (710 reviews)
Perfect choice for Venice.
"Great location. Wonderful hotel. Clean and modern. Staff were great."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Avani Rio Novo Venice Hotel (previously NH Venezia Rio Novo)
Palazzo Guardi

Palazzo Guardi

Sestiere Dorsoduro 995, Venice, VE
Book a stay at this family-friendly affittacamere in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (619 reviews)
Amazing!!!!
"Amazing!! The people were so nice and the room and view was a GREAT! Good location too!"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Palazzo Guardi
Hotel Messner

Hotel Messner

3.5 out of 5
Dorsoduro 237, Venice, VE
The price is P4,154 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
P4,154
P5,035 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
4.6/10 (197 reviews)
"Lovely old place. Well located. Bit tricky to find at first. Easy walking to main sites."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hotel Messner
Hotel Nani Mocenigo Palace

Hotel Nani Mocenigo Palace

5 out of 5
960 Fondamenta Nani, Dorsoduro, Venice, VE
The price is P17,867 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
P17,867
P20,322 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (624 reviews)
"Everything was great except the stairs in the room which were unpleasant with luggage. We were told that rooms of the class we booked have stairs. Had I known this ahead of time, I would have booked a different class of room. Also, with VIP access we should have received a room upgrade."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Hotel Nani Mocenigo Palace
Sina Centurion Palace

Sina Centurion Palace

5 out of 5
Sestiere Dorsoduro 173, Venice, VE
The price is P27,651 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P27,651
P31,084 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (577 reviews)
"Could not have been happier with this hotel, close to Doges Palace and St Marks but on the other side of the Grand Canal which makes it much quieter and less hectic. The hotel is beautiful, full of stunning art (all available to purchase), the views are great (worth paying up for a canal view imho) ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Sina Centurion Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around Dorsoduro

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Santa Croce

5/5(1 area review)

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
La Giudecca showing a lake or waterhole

La Giudecca

La Giudecca 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 Giudecca 795 or Mulino Stucky.

La Giudecca
San Polo which includes heritage architecture and a bay or harbor

San Polo

5/5(1 area review)

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 Grand Canal or Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari.

San Polo
Dorsoduro which includes heritage architecture and a coastal town

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 Grand Canal while you're exploring the area.

Venice City Center
San Marco showing a river or creek and kayaking or canoeing

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 Grand Canal.

San Marco
Venetian Ghetto showing a bridge, a coastal town and boating

Cannaregio

Travelers to Cannaregio praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Grand Canal and Madonna dell'Orto.

Cannaregio

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