Tessera Travel Guide
Venice
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 stunning cathedral in the area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour
Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour
Magic Mask Decoration Class in St. Mark's Square
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Top hotels in Tessera
Hotel Venice Resort Airport
pretty
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Guest House Bella Onda
Spacious, clean and friendly staff!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
Newer hotel. Very clean. Staff friendly and accomodating. A bit farther from central but very accesible with the Vaporetto. We had a lovely time and will stay again in the future.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
Lovely spot at a great price. Bella in the morning might wake some but minimal noise otherwise despite being central. Room was quite hot and AC didn’t work well or wasn’t turned on yet (March) but opening the window made it manageable. Breakfast isn’t worth the cost but is fine. Excellent staff and ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Great breakfast, close to water bus station
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Everything was excellent! The showers were a bit of an adventure with inconsistent water temperature but excellent regardless!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tessera
Favaro Veneto
Visitors to Favaro Veneto appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Ferretto Square and M9 Mestre Museum might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Campalto
You might appreciate the restaurants and waterfront views in Campalto, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Forte Marghera and San Giuliano Park are just a few notable stops.
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.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Grand Canal and Casino of Venice.
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 M9 Mestre Museum and Ferretto Square, and jump on the metro at Mestre Centro B1 to get around the city.
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.
