Venice City Center Travel Guide
Venice
Visit Venice City Center
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.
Doge's Palace
This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.
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.
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 Venice City Center
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
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Clean and spacious room
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Venezia Palazzo Barocci
The room was well appointed, with high quality and stylish window treatment and bedding. Staff was efficient and courteous. The location on the Grand Canal is breathtaking and convenient, with a water bus stop just steps from the front door.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
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 Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.
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.
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.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Casino of Venice and Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery.
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 Maritime Station or Campo Santa Margherita might round out your trip.
