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.
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 acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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.
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 stunning cathedral in the area.
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 stunning cathedral in the area.
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
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Top hotels in Santa Croce
Santa Chiara Hotel
"Great staff and location"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Canal Grande
"Beautiful, clean and Air conditioned with the heat in June it was great to get inside to cool down."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hotel Arlecchino
"What a wonderful surprise this hotel was! I chose it because of its location to the train station and the bus station - we were there just 1 night before our flight home. The rooms have recently been updated and it was lovely! The bed was comfy and the bathroom roomy and the best shower we had in ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hotel Antiche Figure
"The location was wonderful, right on the Canal and across the canal from the train station. We had a beautiful junior suite that was spacious and faced the canal. The staff was amazing. They carried bags when the lift was being repaired, arranged transportation to the airport, gave directions, made ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal
"Great location and super helpful staff. Good breakfast buffet. Property rooms are a bit small and dated but everything was clean and worked well. It's not like we spent much time in the room anyway..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Antico Panada
Where to stay in Santa Croce
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.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Guglie Bridge and Jewish Museum of Venice.
San Polo
San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Palazzo Pisani Moretta and Rialto Market while you're in town.
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.
