Sant'Elena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sant'Elena
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Popular places to visit

Parco delle Rimembranze

Parco delle Rimembranze

Parco delle Rimembranze is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Parco delle Rimembranze
St. Mark\'s Square which includes heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

St. Mark's Square

4.5/5(177 reviews)

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.

St. Mark's Square
Grand Canal which includes a ferry, heritage architecture and a marina

Grand Canal

4.5/5(135 reviews)

Take a gondola ride along Venice’s beautiful canal and see the city and its magnificent sights in all their glory.

Grand Canal
Rialto Bridge

Rialto Bridge

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Cross the romantic old bridge, one of Venice’s most iconic and world-famous sights, now packed with souvenirs and street entertainers.

Rialto Bridge
St. Mark\'s Basilica showing heritage architecture

St. Mark's Basilica

4.5/5(160 reviews)

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.

St. Mark's Basilica
Port of Venice

Port of Venice

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Port of Venice and enjoy other activities such as boating in Venice. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Port of Venice

Activities

Rialto market in Venice

Eat Like a Local: 3-hour Venice Small-Group Food Tasting Walking Tour

AU$156
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Eat Like a Local: 3-hour Venice Small-Group Food Tasting Walking Tour
Single gondola paddles down waterway in Venice

Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride

AU$69
per traveller
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

AU$62
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Gondolas parked in the water next to the Hard Rock Cafe in Venice Italy

Hard Rock Cafe Venice Dining with Priority Seating

AU$55
per traveller
86% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Venice Dining with Priority Seating
Venice Small Group Walking Tour of Most-Famous Sites &Attractions

Venice Small Group Walking Tour of Most-Famous Sites &Attractions

AU$62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Venice Small Group Walking Tour of Most-Famous Sites &Attractions
I Musici Veneziani - 4 Seasons

I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons

AU$62
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
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Our pick of the best Sant'Elena Hotel Deals

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 AU$241 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$241
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,695 reviews)
"This property was absolutely perfect. As a solo traveler I was able to navigate easily from the water bus station to the hotel even after midnight from the airport to the hotel. Do note that is about an hour and half affordable bus ride(32euro round trip). The hotel location allowed for easy access ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
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 AU$158 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$158
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Piazzale Roma and Grand ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (482 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, nice staff."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione

Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione

4 out of 5
San Marco Mercerie 760, Venice, VE
The price is AU$391 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$391
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"This was my second stay at Splendid Venice and once again it was great! Convenient location, clean rooms, and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto

4 out of 5
San Marco 5149 Ponte Di Rialto, Venice, VE
The price is AU$213 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
AU$213
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,029 reviews)
"Clean room and lovely staff"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Rialto
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice

Hilton Molino Stucky Venice

5 out of 5
Isola Della Giudecca 810, Venice, VE
The price is AU$306 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$306
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at the Hilton Molino Stucky. It's a beautiful property that has gorgeous views of Venice from its rooms and rooftop. The staff were very accommodating and the water taxi service to the city is very prompt and convenient. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Hotel Guerrato

Hotel Guerrato

Calle Drio La Scimia 240a, Venice, VE
The price is AU$157 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$157
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (633 reviews)
"So very friendly! Location, a short walk from the Rialto Mercato dock. ..... Simply..... First Class for my expectations, with no surprises. Thank You"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hotel Guerrato
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Other neighbourhoods around Sant'Elena

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Isola La Certosa

While Isola La Certosa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Mark's Square and Grand Canal.

Isola La Certosa
Castello which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture

Castello

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

Castello is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St. Mark's Square and Venetian Arsenal, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Venice.

Castello
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Lido

If you're spending some time in Lido, Palazzo del Cinema and Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus are top sights worth seeing.

Lido
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Le Vignole

Though Le Vignole may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Nicolo al Lido and Arsenale della Biennale di Venezia.

Le Vignole
San Marco featuring kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek

San Marco

4.5/5(162 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
Dorsoduro which includes a coastal town and heritage architecture

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

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