Venice City Center
Venice
Visit Venice City Center
Popular places to visit
St. Mark's Square
The beating heart of the city where you’ll find some of its most famous sights, its best cafes, and enjoy the true charm of Venice.
Grand Canal
Take a gondola ride along Venice’s beautiful canal and see the city and its magnificent sights in all their glory.
Rialto Bridge
Cross the romantic old bridge, one of Venice’s most iconic and world-famous sights, now packed with souvenirs and street entertainers.
Doge's Palace
The home of the Venetian ruling elite for hundreds of years, an enduring monument to the city’s power and stature.
St. Mark's Basilica
An exquisite Byzantine cathedral and one of the most striking of all Venice’s great attractions with a story as old as the city itself.
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
Venice in 1 Day by High-Speed Train From Rome, Day Trip & Aperitivo
Venice: Grand Canal by Gondola with Commentary
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Venice: Carnival mask decoration workshop
Hard Rock Cafe Venice Dining with Priority Seating
Top hotels in Venice City Center
Hotel Rialto
The staff was very helpful. Location excellent
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
I really love this place lovely and kind people we have the best room with 2 balcony’s we had an early flight they even gave us breakfast to go :) highly recommended !!!
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
Staff was very helpful, great breakfast and afternoon tea. Very close to the square.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Antico Panada
Fabulous location and loved the historic building
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Hotel Guerrato
Great environment of accommodation, close to transportation, the disadvantage is that if there is not enough stamina, heavy luggage needs to be carried up to the fourth floor will be very hard，4 star !
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Albergo San Marco
Room was clean. Staff was wonderful. A very enjoyable stay. And as a plus the soap smelled divine.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Venice City Center
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 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 Grand Canal or Campo San Polo.
Castello West District
Castello West District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Riva degli Schiavoni and Bacino San Marco while you're in town.
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 Jewish Museum 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.
