Dese Travel Guide
Venice
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.
Port of Venice
Explore the waterfront of Port of Venice and enjoy other activities such as boating in Venice. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Doge's Palace
This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.
Things to do
Venetian Islands Half-Day Boat Tour: Murano, Burano & Torcello
Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with glassmaking demonstration
Venice: Grand Canal by Gondola with Commentary
Eat Like a Local: 3-hour Venice Small-Group Food Tasting Walking Tour
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Top hotels in Dese
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
2nd time and great service 2 min to St. Mark square and goodprice is good breakfast excellent. Will returnrestaurants
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Easy to get to from train station and quick water taxi access to main attractions.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hotel Rialto
Busy but good location
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Fantastic hotel in a great location. The service was excellent and they are so pleasant. The rooftop bar was the cherry on top....fun atmosphere with great music, drinks and snacks. Loved it!!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Beautiful hotel. Service was wonderful.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Bella Venezia
The staff is extremely accommodating. They couldn’t do enough for you. Downside…not enough lighting nor storage
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dese
Favaro Veneto
Visitors to Favaro Veneto appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Ferretto Square and Forte Bazzera might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Tessera
Tessera is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Forte Bazzera and Cantina Marco Polo 6811 while in the area.
Ca'Noghera
Visitors to Ca'Noghera like its gardens and casinos, and Ca' Noghera Casino of Venice is a sight worth a stop.
Campalto
You might appreciate the restaurants and waterfront views in Campalto, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, San Giuliano Park and Forte Marghera are just a few notable stops.
Mestre City Center
Well liked for its bars and monuments, Mestre City Center is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ferretto Square and M9 Mestre Museum, and jump on the metro at Mestre Centro B1 to get around the city.
San Giuliano
San Giuliano is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Giuliano Park and Parco Pubblico s Giuliano while in the area.
