Santa Croce Travel Guide
Venice
Visit Santa Croce
Popular places to visit
Piazzale Roma
You can learn about the local history of Venice during your trip to a top site such as Piazzale Roma. Stroll along the marina or visit the churches in the area.
Fondaco dei Turchi
You can browse the exhibits at Fondaco dei Turchi, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Venice. Stroll along the marina or visit the churches in the area.
Venetian Museum of Natural History
You can study the exhibits at Venetian Museum of Natural History, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Venice. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.
Ca'Pesaro
You can browse the exhibits at Ca'Pesaro, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Venice. Stroll along the marina or visit the churches in the area.
San Simeone Piccolo
San Simeone Piccolo is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its marina.
Fondazione Prada
You can browse the exhibits at Fondazione Prada, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Venice. Visit the area's churches or amble around its marina.
Things to do
Venice in a Day:Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica & City Tour
Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Venice Small Group Tour: Venetian Tapas, Wine, Spritz & Gondola Ride
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Top hotels in Santa Croce
Hotel Canal Grande
"Our stay was amazing! The staff was super helpful and accommodating. Not only did they offer to book restaurant reservations for us in the city at the last minute, they also called and took care of the water taxi for our arrival at the airport early the next morning. They had breakfast ready earlier ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Arlecchino
"While the outside of the hotel and the lobby may look run down, the rooms themselves are spacious, clean, and very well maintained. The staff was also quite helpful with any inquiries or help that you may need. It is a bit far away from the city center, but being right next to the bus and train stations ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Antiche Figure
"Amazing staff, clean rooms, and delicious breakfast."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal
"While the family room is touted as a room for 4 adults, it is cramped and the amenities are minimalistic, The living area has a double bed and 2 single beds with limited closet space and the bathroom needs serious renovation, The breakfast is decent and staff & location are good but it isn't worth ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Antico Panada
"Not sure where you start, not sure where it got the third star from. I got bit by bed bugs, so mattress need to be changed, no fire alarm and one plug socket which was the TV one we used, lucky we had an extension lead. No fire exits and if on 4th floor then you need to take the lift to 2nd floor ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
"Great hotel. Very clean. Would have loved a gym. The water boat route was a bit complicated as the options on the menu were minimal for me. I found the staff to be fantastic and very helpful."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
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.
San Polo
San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Campo San Polo and Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari 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 Jewish Museum of Venice and Casino of Venice.
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 Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo while you're exploring the area.
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.
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 Casa dei Tre Oci.
