Santa Croce Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Croce
Popular places to visit
Fondaco dei Turchi
You can browse the exhibits at Fondaco dei Turchi, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Venice. Stroll along the marina or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
Venetian Museum of Natural History
You can study the exhibits at Venetian Museum of Natural History, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Venice. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.
Ca'Pesaro
You can browse the exhibits at Ca'Pesaro, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Venice. Stroll along the marina or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
Fondazione Prada
You can browse the exhibits at Fondazione Prada, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Venice. Visit the area's churches or amble around its marina.
Tolentini
Learn about the local history of Venice with a stop at Tolentini. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its marina.
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 stunning cathedral in the area.
Activities
Hard Rock Cafe Venice Dining with Priority Seating
Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Venice in a Day: Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica (option)
Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride
Our pick of the best Santa Croce Hotel Deals
Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal
Location on the grand canal across from the train station where the water ‘bus’ stops are, so easy to get around. First night in a single, just a twin bed but a new bathroom and the best shower I have had. Second night, different reservation, larger room with a good shower. Both were clean and comfortable. ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hotel Antiche Figure
Everything was perfect! The personnel were very kind and helpful, and the location could not be better!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Al Duca Di Venezia
Very friendly and helpful front desk. Beautiful and spacious rooms, comfortable beds, fresh breakfast. I would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel Canal Grande
Tout était parfais! L’accueil le service la chambre le petit déjeuner! Merci!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Arlecchino
Incredible location, with great canal views and proximity to Piazzale Roma. The rooms were decorated well and were quiet.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hotel Aquarius Venice
Clean room. Great water pressure. Excellent layout with the smaller bed in a separate area.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Croce
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.
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.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Jewish Museum of Venice and Casino of Venice.
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 Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo while you're exploring the area.
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.
La Giudecca
La Giudecca is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Giudecca 795 or Mulino Stucky.
