Venice City Center Travel Guide
Venice
Visit Venice City Center
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.
Doge's Palace
This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.
Teatro La Fenice
Tour the lavish interior of one of Italy's most prestigious music venues then enjoy an evening of classic or experimental opera.
Things to do
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Morning Walking Tour of Venice with Mini Cruise
Hard Rock Cafe Venice Dining with Priority Seating
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Top hotels in Venice City Center
Hotel Rialto
Clean room, comfortable beds, friendly and professional staff and an excellent breakfast. It had everything we needed at a very good price.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Antico Panada
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Great location
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
We had a wonderful 3 night stay at the Montecarlo. The location is excellent, the staff are wonderful, friendly and helpful and the breakfast buffet and afternoon tea were perfect for our schedule. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Guerrato
Pros:Very nice and charming! Steps from main attractions. Great staff! Cons: extremely early check out time(10am), poor breakfast, no tv in the room. Overall , very good experience.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Royal San Marco Hotel
The room is huge and tidy.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Venice City Center
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.
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.
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.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Casino of Venice and Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery.
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.
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.
