Sant'Elena Travel Guide
Venice
Visit Sant'Elena
Popular places to visit
Parco delle Rimembranze
Parco delle Rimembranze is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Doge's Palace
This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.
Port of Venice
Explore the waterfront of Port of Venice and enjoy other activities such as boating in Venice. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Eat Like a Local: 3-hour Venice Small-Group Food Tasting Walking Tour
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Top hotels in Sant'Elena
Hotel Rialto
The room was spotless and gorgeous. Aldo at the front desk was extremely helpful. Actually the entire staff was great
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
The clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hyatt Centric Murano Venice
Breakfast was not free, but the staff was extremely friendly and helpful! There are water taxi’s for cheaper, but the hotel’s water taxi was convenient and took the guesswork out of not knowing what to expect.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hotel Montecarlo
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The hotel is very conveniently located near Piazza San Marco. The staff was very friendly and the room was cute and clean. The breakfasts were the best we had in two weeks of traveling. We would definitely recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Venice Maggior Consiglio
We did a Euro trip and this was the very best and smart located hotel we stayed. Venice don’t have cars, so staying in a hotel close to train and bus station prevents you from dragging your luggage up and down dozens of stairs and bridges. Very clean, organized, room was perfect and staff were very ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Hotel Saturnia & International
The Warmestt and proffesional attention, the Cleanliness and value for the money makes of this Majestic place my home to stay in Venice moving forward. "Gratzie tutti" to all the staff during my stay in November 2025. The Falcon's
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sant'Elena
Isola La Certosa
While Isola La Certosa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Mark's Square and San Nicolo al Lido.
Castello
Castello is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St. Mark's Square and Venetian Arsenal, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Venice.
Lido
If you're spending some time in Lido, Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus and Lungomare d'Annunzio Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Le Vignole
Though Le Vignole may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Nicolo al Lido and Arsenale della Biennale di Venezia.
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.
