Santa Croce Travel Guide
Venice
Visit Santa Croce
Popular places to visit
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.
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 churches 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 churches in the area.
San Simeone Piccolo
San Simeone Piccolo is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's churches or amble around its marina.
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.
Things to do
Venice Small Group Tour: Venetian Tapas, Wine, Spritz & Gondola Ride
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Venice in a Day:Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica & City Tour
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Venice: St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Gondola Ride & History Gallery
Top hotels in Santa Croce
Hotel Canal Grande
Convenient to have everything in the area for a visit to the beach and shopping
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hotel Antiche Figure
Lovely place, thought the pillows are very thin!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal
Great location, helpful staff. Very quiet.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
Hotel is pretty new. It’s basic but nice with comfortable rooms. The continental breakfast is excellent and well worth the 15 euros.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Antico Panada
Description states elevator, however if you’re staying on the 2nd floor & have a room 253 or above, you’re climbing another 1-1/2 flights of narrow winding stairs. And going to the 3rd floor and coming down does not work! The carpet is threadbare on the stairs. If you go to the breakfast after 9:15 ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
Room was clean but felt a little small. Some of the staff at the front desk were awesome and some were just ok. The breakfast was just ok. Nothing special. Also definitely not quiet outside especially at night.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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 Campo San Polo 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 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.
