Tessera Travel Guide
Venice
Popular places to visit
St. Mark's Square
Experience the timeless charm of Venice’s glorious heart, home to the city’s most famous cultural icons, many cafés ... and several thousand pigeons.
Grand Canal
Venice’s famous canal winds through the city and brings you to nearly all of its world-famous attractions. Hop in a gondola or vaporetto to take it all in!
Rialto Bridge
Take a stroll across Venice’s oldest and most iconic bridge for romantic views, souvenir shopping and street entertainment.
St. Mark's Basilica
Gilded mosaics, a jewel-encrusted screen and magnificent Byzantine architecture make this cathedral one of the most stunning attractions in Venice.
Port of Venice
Explore the waterfront of Port of Venice and enjoy other activities such as boating in Venice. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Doge's Palace
This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.
Things to do
From Venice Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Trieste
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride
Venice in a Day: Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica (option)
Top hotels in Tessera
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Hotel Rialto
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
a&o Hostel Venezia Mestre
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tessera
Ca'Noghera
Visitors to Ca'Noghera like its gardens and casinos, and Ca' Noghera Casino of Venice is a sight worth a stop.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.