Sant'Elena Travel Guide
Venice
Visit Sant'Elena
Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Port of Venice
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.
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.
Things to do
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Venice: Borges Labyrinth Experience on San Giorgio Island
Top hotels in Sant'Elena
Hyatt Centric Murano Venice
Wonderful week stay in the Island. No better location for lodging on Murano.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Yes the room was clean and the staff was very courteous
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hotel Rialto
This hotel is amazing. Location was amazing. My room is small and I didn’t have many stuff that I brought with me so it was perfect. If you have big luggage it could be a problem. Also shower space is small not for heavy set people.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Antico Panada
Clean room.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hotel Antico Doge
Lovely hotel situated in great spot . Easy walk to Train station , ferries and lots of eateries and shops around. Nice breakfast room and food.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Principe
Convenient location
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sant'Elena
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 San Nicolo al Lido.
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.
Castello West District
Castello West District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Riva degli Schiavoni and Bacino San Marco while you're in town.
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.
Lido
If you're spending some time in Lido, Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus and Lungomare d'Annunzio Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
