Venice City Center
Venice
Visit Venice City Center
Popular places to visit
St. Mark's Square
The beating heart of the city where you’ll find some of its most famous sights, its best cafes, and enjoy the true charm of Venice.
Grand Canal
Take a gondola ride along Venice’s beautiful canal and see the city and its magnificent sights in all their glory.
Rialto Bridge
Cross the romantic old bridge, one of Venice’s most iconic and world-famous sights, now packed with souvenirs and street entertainers.
St. Mark's Basilica
An exquisite Byzantine cathedral and one of the most striking of all Venice’s great attractions with a story as old as the city itself.
Doge's Palace
The home of the Venetian ruling elite for hundreds of years, an enduring monument to the city’s power and stature.
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
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors Guided Visit
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Top hotels in Venice City Center
Hotel Rialto
Clean rooms, wonderful staff. Be advised rooms facing the Rialto bridge can be subjected to quite a bit of noise from the street.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
This is a beautiful hotel right off St. Mark’s Piaza, with wonderful, helpful and very knowledgeable people who work there. We had a great time there.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Antico Panada
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Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
The staff did a unforgettable experience for me. Cozy in every single way
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Hotel Antico Doge
The hotel and service are both good. There are a few breakfast options available, and while limited, they’re a decent way to start the day. The room is a comfortable size, and the bathroom is also spacious and well-maintained. The only downside is that you have to carry your luggage up a couple of ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Great vibe, environment.
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 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 Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari and Palazzo Pisani Moretta 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.
