Venice Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Grand Canal featuring heritage architecture, a lake or waterhole and kayaking or canoeing
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Doge\'s Palace which includes château or palace, heritage architecture and general coastal views
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Venice featuring boating, street scenes and a city

Venice Travel Guide Video

The Floating City is as romantic as it gets, with its gondolas, serenaders, dazzling palazzos and churches, and almost timeless feel.

Walk on the cobblestone streets and arched bridges of this pedestrian-friendly island city in northeastern Italy and let your senses guide you. Hear the water lap against the gondolas in the canals. Breathe in the aroma of fresh Italian food and taste quality wine on the restaurant terraces. Feel the sun warm your skin as you wander through St. Mark's Square(Piazza San Marco) and listen to street musicians perform serenades to lovers.

Even in the cooler winter months, Venice is bustling. Summer days can get hot and crowded, while autumn and spring are usually the most pleasant times to visit. It is easy to visit all premier attractions in just a few days. St. Mark’s Square is magnificent and a good place to start. Two of Venice’s most spectacular buildings, St. Mark’s Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) and the Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale), rub shoulders at the east end of the square. Find the best example of Venice’s Byzantine influence in the basilica, with its ornate golden mosaics and elaborate domes. The palace impresses with ostentatious displays of wealth and power.

The S-shaped Grand Canal brings you to most attractions. You could spend hours just watching gondolas and vaporettos (water buses), or hop on one yourself for a romantic boat ride. Glide past buildings such as the Gothic-style palace Ca’ d’Oro, the Basilica of St. Mary of Health (Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute) and beneath the iconic Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto). Stop for a plate of risi e bise (rice and peas) at a traditional osterie (a bar serving food).

Don’t miss treasures such as the Chiesa Santa Maria dei Miracoli, a 15th-century marble church. Take a ferry ride to the islands of Murano and Burano. Both are known for their artisans who work with glass and lace respectively. The islands make for a peaceful day trip away from the chaotic but irresistible heart of Venice.

Savor your days in the Floating City and enjoy the Italian passion for food, romance and style.

Where to stay in Venice

Dorsoduro which includes heritage architecture and a coastal town

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 Grand Canal while you're exploring the area.

Venice City Center
San Marco which includes a river or creek and kayaking or canoeing

San Marco

4.5/5(1,050 area reviews)

San Marco is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like St. Mark's Square and Grand Canal.

San Marco
Venetian Ghetto which includes boating, a coastal town and heritage architecture

Cannaregio

4.5/5(577 area reviews)

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.

Cannaregio
San Polo featuring heritage architecture and a bay or harbour

San Polo

4.5/5(146 area reviews)

San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Grand Canal and Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari while you're in town.

San Polo
Dorsoduro which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Dorsoduro

4.5/5(297 area reviews)

The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Dorsoduro. A stop by Grand Canal or Maritime Station might round out your trip.

Dorsoduro
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Santa Croce

4.5/5(210 area reviews)

Santa Croce is known for its charming cafes, and you can make a stop by Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal while in the area.

Santa Croce
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova

Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova

3 out of 5
Isola Nova del Tronchetto 17, Venice, VE
The price is Rp1.598.154 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.598.154
Rp1.890.789 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and Grand ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
"Staff was kind, everything about it was really good."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo

4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco 1107, Calle del Cavalletto, Venice, VE
The price is Rp2.348.031 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
Rp2.348.031
Rp2.753.757 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,610 reviews)
"Excellent!!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione

Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
San Marco Mercerie 760, Venice, VE
The price is Rp5.692.290 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp5.692.290
Rp6.432.288 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre

Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre

Via Ca' Marcello 8L, Mestre, VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (722 reviews)
Clean and fancy hotel
"If you plant to trip Venezia, it is good option to stay in Mestre. This hotel located near to station, supermarket and restaurants. Hotel seems newly builted, room condition is very nice It also has parking lot too. If I visit Venezia later, I will consider this hotel for accomodation in my 1st option. ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Venice, Mestre
Hu Venezia Camping in Town

Hu Venezia Camping in Town

3 out of 5
Via Giuseppe De Marchi 7, Marghera, Mestre, VE
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campsite in Mestre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,617 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Hu Venezia Camping in Town
Palazzo Dei Guardiani

Palazzo Dei Guardiani

Calle Dei Guardiani, 2405, Venice, VE
Stay at this aparthotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and concierge services. Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Great customer service. Very nice and clean."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Palazzo Dei Guardiani
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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