Venice is a romantic destination distinct for its cathedral and museums. Learn about the local heritage of Venice at top landmarks like Rialto Bridge. Popular sights like St. Mark's Square and Piazzale Roma won't disappoint.
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Top neighborhoods in Venice
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San Marco
In the heart of Venice, this densely built area boasts iconic attractions like St Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica, and the Doge's Palace. Find numerous hotels, banks, and high-end shops amid the bustling tourist scene.
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Cannaregio
Explore historic churches like Santa Maria di Nazareth and Santa Maria dei Miracoli, or admire stunning palazzos such as Ca' d'Oro and Ca' Vendramin Calergi. Enjoy morning markets, local shops, and quaint cafés in this residential, peaceful district.
Dorsoduro
Boasting the highest land areas in Venice, this sestiere features the stunning Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute and the picturesque Zattere quay. Easily connect to San Marco via Ponte dell'Accademia.
Santa Croce
In the northwestern part of Venice, Santa Croce boasts a mix of medieval charm in the east and 20th-century land reclamation in the west. Explore churches like San Giacomo dell'Orio and visit the Museum of the History of Fabric and Costume, while enjoying the convenience of Piazzale Roma's transportation hub.
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San Polo
Smallest and most central sestiere, San Polo boasts churches in the west, palaces in the east, and iconic attractions like Rialto Bridge and Scuola Grande di San Rocco.
Top landmarks in Venice
St. Mark's Square
9.4/10 (18,837 reviews)
St. Mark's Square is worth passing through for a few pics when in Venice City Center. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Venice has many other landmarks you might want to see such as St. Mark's Basilica and Rialto Bridge.
Piazzale Roma
8.6/10 (9,106 reviews)
Piazzale Roma is worth passing through for a few pics when in Santa Croce. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Venice has many other landmarks you might want to see such as Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Basilica.
Grand Canal
9.6/10 (16,365 reviews)
Venice City Center is home to Grand Canal and is a popular place to see in Venice. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Venice has many other landmarks you might want to see such as St. Mark's Basilica and Rialto Bridge.
Rialto Bridge
9.2/10 (18,394 reviews)
Venice City Center is home to Rialto Bridge and is a popular place to see in Venice. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Venice has other landmarks you might want to visit such as St. Mark's Basilica.
Port of Venice
8.8/10 (8,538 reviews)
Imagine strolling along Port of Venice for some great waterfront pics. It's located 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from central Venice.
Hotels.com travelers also like the cathedral, art galleries, and churches in the area. If you carry on walking you'll get to Tronchetto Waterbus Stop, Maritime Station, and San Toma Waterbus for some more water views.
St. Mark's Basilica
9.4/10 (15,967 reviews)
If you're interested in local churches head to Venice City Center— home to St. Mark's Basilica. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Venice has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Rialto Bridge.
Lido of Venice Beaches
8.6/10 (1,729 reviews)
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Lido of Venice Beaches is a spot you might want to check out, located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from central Venice. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at 4 Fontane Beach.
Doge's Palace
9.4/10 (11,631 reviews)
If museums are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Doge's Palace in Venice City Center. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to see more of the museums in Venice, you can easily walk to Punta della Dogana or Peggy Guggenheim Museum.
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Glide through shimmering canals on a gondola while Renaissance palaces rise from the water like architectural magic tricks. St. Mark's Square buzzes with café life beneath the Byzantine splendor of its basilica. The Grand Canal presents a parade of palazzos best viewed from the Rialto Bridge, where merchants have haggled for centuries. Lose yourself in narrow calli where laundry flutters overhead and tiny bacari serve cicchetti with glasses of local prosecco. The Doge's Palace reveals opulent rooms where Venetian rulers once plotted their maritime empire. Teatro La Fenice offers world-class opera in a setting that has literally risen from the ashes multiple times.
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