Dese Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Lido of Venice Beaches
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lido of Venice Beaches during your travels in Venice? Visit the stunning cathedral and charming cafes in this romantic area.
Activities
Venice in a Day:Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica & City Tour
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Venice Small Group Tour: Venetian Tapas, Wine, Spritz & Gondola Ride
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Our pick of the best Dese Hotel Deals
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
"This hotel was incredible for a 3 night/4 day stay in Venice as a couple in our late 20s. It is super easy to get to anywhere in Venice via the People Mover or the Vaparetto water bus, both just minutes walking from the hotel. Even though we visited in May, it was incredibly hot outside and having ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
"Our one night visit was incredible. Staff were great and breakfast was delicious. Shared water taxi doesnt bring you here but private taxi does do pick up and drop off. Front desk arranged our outbound taxi to st lucia train station and i recommend letting them do that very highly."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Amadeus Hotel
"Nasty little man one morning at the desk. Older, sour. The rest of th time front was staffed by helpful professionals. Property is very old but well maintained. PLease note: the Amadeus is right on the main drag from the train station. These is howver, a nice little garden at the enter of the property. ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Plaza Venice
"Convenient to the train station we did see some bugs in our room and the room did not get very cool. Other than that. It was a mediocre hotel."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Antico Panada
"Love the location of the place , had a beautiful apartment two streets away from St Marks Square. Nice simple breakfast was also included, great way to start the morning. We were checking out at 4 am ,to catch an 8am flights back to NY , so 24/7 front desk is also great . Absolutely love our stay ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
"Staff service was amazing, early check in and baggage storage available. Location is good but very small room."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dese
Favaro Veneto
Visitors to Favaro Veneto appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Ferretto Square and Forte Bazzera might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Tessera
Tessera is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Forte Bazzera and Cantina Marco Polo 6811 while in the area.
Ca'Noghera
Visitors to Ca'Noghera like its gardens and casinos, and Ca' Noghera Casino of Venice is a sight worth a stop.
Campalto
You might appreciate the restaurants and waterfront views in Campalto, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, San Giuliano Park and Forte Marghera are just a few notable stops.
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 Ferretto Square and M9 Mestre Museum, and jump on the metro at Mestre Centro B1 to get around the city.
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.
