Venice City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Eat Like a Local: 3-hour Venice Small-Group Food Tasting Walking Tour
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Hard Rock Cafe Venice Dining with Priority Seating
Venice Small Group Walking Tour of Most-Famous Sites &Attractions
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Our pick of the best Venice City Center Hotel Deals
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
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
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
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
Hotel Rialto
Clean room and lovely staff
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hotel Bella Venezia
Yes
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Guerrato
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 Montecarlo
Very nice
Reviewed on 17 Oct 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 Grand Canal.
San Polo
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.
Cannaregio
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.
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 Grand Canal or Maritime Station might round out your trip.
Castello
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.
