Venice City Center Travel Guide
Venice
Visit Venice City Center
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
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Morning Walking Tour of Venice with Mini Cruise
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Top hotels in Venice City Center
Hotel Rialto
Great staff. Great position. Canal view room was magic!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Antico Panada
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Good location, room is clean.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
We stayed in the apartment in the annex building. It was a great space for our family of four. Super comfortable beds and room to spread out. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
It was a really great experience
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Guerrato
Expedia Hotel Review – Family Stay We had an amazing family stay in Venice. We were traveling with two children, and after an 8-hour flight delay, we arrived at 2:00 AM. Despite the late hour, the staff welcomed us warmly and could not have been more accommodating, which meant so much after a long ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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 Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.
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.
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
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.
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 Maritime Station or Campo Santa Margherita might round out your trip.
